San Angelo Gives opens advanced donations: Here's everything to know about the event
San Angelo's biggest community fundraising drive doesn't begin until May 7, but donations can also be made before the one-day event begins.
Here's a look at San Angelo Gives and how it benefits local nonprofit organizations.
What is San Angelo Gives?
The 24-hour online donation event, which starts May 7, connects the Concho Valley with community nonprofits. Last year, $4.1 million was raised for local organizations. Since 2015, more than $22 million has been raised through San Angelo Gives.
"The goal is to inspire our community to come together for 24 hours and contribute as many charitable dollars as possible to support the work of local nonprofit organizations," according to the website.
The San Angelo Area Foundation will amplify, on a pro-rated basis, the total of donations made during San Angelo Gives.
"It is not a dollar for dollar match," according to the website. "The amplification percentage will be calculated the day after San Angelo Gives. Online gifts can help your favorite nonprofit(s) win available cash prizes that will be awarded throughout the day."
The event starts the minute May 7 begins and ends at 11:59 p.m.
How to donate to San Angelo Gives
Donations must be made through sanangelogives.org. There is a minimum of $10 and no maximum. People will need a credit or debit card or can call the Foundation Office at 325-947-7071.
Donations are tax deductible.
Who is participating?
In 2024, 251 San Angelo nonprofits and 55 fundraisers are participating. Organizations include animals, education, health, libraries, daycares, churches and many more. For a full list, visit sanangelogives.org/nonprofits.
The fundraisers have various monetary goals for different causes including animals, Boy Scouts, veterans and more. See a full list online under fundraisers.
This article originally appeared on San Angelo Standard-Times: Everything to know about San Angelo Gives happening May 7
