HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) — The fourth annual “Great Community Give” is underway, and so far, it has been a huge success.
The Great Community Give surpassed its $1 million goal shortly after noon on Wednesday. As of 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, more than $1.5 million has been raised.
This event raises money to support non-profits in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. There are 116 nonprofit organizations participating.
The community is able to donate virtually directly to the local non-profit of their choice to help that organization’s mission or initiative.
Early giving began two weeks ago, and around $200,000 was raised. But the main event started Wednesday morning at 6:30 a.m.
“The community is just blowing us away with their generosity, and we hit 500,000 by 9 a.m., which is incredible, and I have so many people to thank,” said Amanda Bomfim, the program officer for the Community Foundation.
The donations will help programs dealing with various topics including homelessness, food insecurity and education. Bomfim says all the donations pouring in is a testament to the community’s generosity.
“They are so thankful and appreciative. I’ve already gotten messages saying that nonprofits have reached their goals for today, by noon, nonetheless, so it’s just crazy what you can accomplish before lunchtime,” she said.
Last year the “Great Community Give” raised a total just over $800,000, but this year, they wanted to make it a fun number and raise $1 million.
The organization decided on the high goal because of how hard nonprofits have worked over the past year to provide essential programs and services for the community. “Stay tuned for goals for next year,” said Bomfim.
The “day of giving” closes at 8 p.m.
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