1. November 10, 2016

2. Give BIG Lexington Overview
A community-wide giving challenge designed to spread awareness and inspire generosity for local nonprofit organizations.
Between 12 a.m. and midnight on Thursday, November 10th, qualifying donations made to nonprofits through the Lexington Community Foundation’s Give BIG Lexington website or hand-delivered to the Foundation’s office will be proportionately matched, allowing donors to grow their year-end gifts.
100% of donations made through Give BIG Lexington ‘16 will go directly to the organizations. Lexington Community Foundation is covering all Razoo processing fees.

3. WHY WE CREATED GIVE BIG LEXINGTON
To inspire generosity while introducing excellent and efficient nonprofits, programs and causes that make our region a healthier more vital place to live;
Increase public awareness of the efforts, goals and needs of the many organizations and programs in this area;
Provide opportunities for nonprofits to grow their giving and for donors to easily support the causes that mean most to them.

4. HOW GIVE BIG LEXINGTON WORKS
Donations:
100% of donations received will go directly to the organization..
Donation match funds:
The match will be proportionate to the total qualifying donations received on Thursday, November 10th
Example: 3% of the total qualifying donations are to Nonprofit X. Nonprofit X receives 3% of the matching funds.
To qualify for match funds:
donations must be made between 12:00 a.m. & midnight November 10th on your giving day page through the Give BIG Lexington website;
or donations can be delivered in person at the Lexington Community Foundation office at 607 N. Washington between 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
donations up to $25,000 per donor/per organization, qualify to receive incentive funds given by Lexington Community Foundation.

5. Give BIG Lexington donations are processed through Razoo.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A DONATION IS MADE?
Organizations with independent 501c3 status will receive donations and donor information. Disbursements will be made by December 15th.
Any match funds, prizes or bonus grants awarded will be included with your disbursement.
Give BIG Lexington donations are processed through Razoo.
A donation is made on
Organizations associated as an affiliate of the Lexington Community Foundation (LCF) will have their donations pass through LCF. Donor information will be mailed by December 15th.
Any match funds, prizes or bonus grants awarded will be included with your disbursement.

6. HOW DO I KNOW IF MY ORGANIZATION RECEIVES DONATIONS ON NOVEMBER 10th?
The Give BIG Lexington website will operate in real time with a donation leader board. You will be able to see the donations given to any cause on that day.
Check back often throughout the day to see if the work you put in promoting your participation is paying off.
Watch the Give BIG Lexington page and Lexington Community Foundation’s Facebook page to see if you or someone you know has won a Golden Ticket!

7. MAKE THE MOST OF THE GIVING DAY
~ IMPORTANT: You have to contact the Foundation prior to August 15th to confirm participation.
Failure to do so will make your organization/program/project not eligible.
~ Update your online giving day page by August 31st.
~ Create a marketing campaign.
~ Plan an event on November 10th to promote your organization’s participation in Give BIG Lexington
~ Have an online presence through , website or on the many social media outlets.
~ Contact your supporters in person or print materials.
~ BE CREATIVE & HAVE FUN!

8. STAY UP-TO-DATE ON GIVE BIG LEXINGTON
Become a fan of the Lexington Community Foundation on Facebook or Twitter
facebook.com/LexingtonCommunityFoundation
twitter.com/LexFoundation
Visit Give BIG Lexington and Lexington Community Foundation website often for updates.
givebiglexington.razoo.com
Lexfoundation.org
Watch for opportunities to win additional grant funds for your organization.
If you have any questions contact us:
607 N. Washington – PO Box 442
Lexington, NE 68850
(308)
Jackie Berke:
Jawna Kuck:

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