by Chris Riker | Dec 10, 2019 | Giving, Ways to Give
Every contribution to the Greatest Needs Fund—whether it’s $5 or $5,000—means one more program can increase self-esteem in young girls, or combat invasive species that threaten our trees, or help update zoning ordinances to allow more affordable housing to be built in...
by GHACF team | Oct 8, 2019 | Donor Impact Stories, Donors, Giving, Ways to Give
“You have to change your ethos. When you’ve always saved, it’s hard to spend. So when you do spend, you want it to be worthwhile.” – Joyce CawthonJoyce and Andy Cawthon have always wanted to make a difference in the world. Joyce has a background grant writing for...
by Chris Riker | Jul 9, 2019 | Donors, Giving, Legacy, Ways to Give
Have you ever searched the internet for what it means to leave a legacy? If so, you probably found phrases such as the following;Putting a stamp on the future.Making a contribution to future generations.Living a life that mattered.While legacy can be defined in many...
by GHACF team | Apr 30, 2019 | Donors, Giving, Ways to Give
Choosing to give to a for-impact organization—whether you’re an individual, a family, or a corporation—is a personal act. “We know that the heart of why people give is to help organizations whose missions they are passionate about,” said Chris Riker, Vice President of...
by Chris Riker | Dec 4, 2018 | Giving, Ways to Give
Every contribution to the Greatest Needs Fund—whether it’s $5 or $25,000—means one more program can teach mindfulness to fifth and seventh graders, or give capacity support to local for-impact organizations, or promote collaborative relationships between local schools...
by Chris Riker | Nov 27, 2018 | Donors, Giving, Ways to Give
Giving Tuesday—a global day dedicated to giving back—is about ordinary people coming together to do extraordinary things. Giving Tuesday is an international day created in response to the consumerism that’s taken over the holidays. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are...
