501derful.org
Looks like the folks over at Groupon have started a small nonprofit program. Here is how it works and you can apply here:
“Groupon followers who want to do good, have fun, and make a real impact can now join forces through G-Team campaigns.
G-Team campaigns range from ridiculous flashmobs to fundraisers that benefit local community organizations. Every G-Team campaign connects you with enough people to achieve something awesome that you couldn’t have done alone.”
YES! Groupon is definitely out there helping non-profits. We engaged with Groupon for one of their “side deal” spots over the summer to help promote the American Cancer Society’s charity athlete program for the Chicago Rock ‘n Roll Half Marathon. The single ad resulted in over 100 inquiries about the program. We ran a newspaper ad in the free daily paper given out at every train station, and received 7 calls from that. Next year, we’re skipping the newspaper ad. 🙂