Give Local America is an excellent example of nonprofit crowdfunding at its best. Here’s some stats from the 2014 event for you to think about. – The 24-hour online giving day on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 celebrated of 100 years of local philanthropy through the work of community foundations – Give Local America 2014 was the biggest giving day in ...

Whew! That title is a mouthful. I was lucky enough this year to be involved as a judge for this contest. Check out our full announcement below. The Points of Light’s Civic Accelerator – the first national startup accelerator dedicated solely to investing in civic ventures – announced today the 13 startups selected to participate in its fall 2014 program, ...

Apply now to be a part of CreateAthon Austin! Through CreateAthon local professionals provide Central Texas nonprofit organizations with free creative consultations, services and materials such as logos, letterhead packages, brochures, posters, web design assistance and more. This year CreateAthon Austin is partnering with GiveCamp to provide a larger spectrum of pro bono services to nonprofits in our community. Several projects will be selected for both CreateAthon and GiveCamp and ...

Here’s your chance! The SXSW Interactive Scholarship program recognizes individuals who are using innovative technology and new media to address significant community challenges. This program seeks nominees across all sectors and countries whose innovative, impactful work (whether as a career or avocational passion) helps others. Non-profit leaders, grassroots organizers, individual citizens, and civic-minded entrepreneurs are all eligible to win.At SXSW, we ...