NonProfit NewsPod: Big Day of Giving 2026. Final Push, Maximum Impact

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...With Big Day of Giving just days away, this final installment of the NewsPod series brings together the most important insights, strategies, and reminders to help donors, businesses, and nonprofits maximize their impact.I’m joined once again by Kelly Siefkin to wrap up a five-part series leading into one of the most important philanthropic days in our region.We revisit what’s working, what’s trending, and what still matters most—community participation.What We Cover:Business Engagement is Up More companies stepping in with matching gifts and prize incentives Creative engagement through team pages, yard signs, and social sharing Increased visibility translating into stronger community momentum More Ways to Give Than Ever Traditional giving meets modern tools: Venmo, Apple Pay, Google Pay Growth in donor-advised funds and IRA-qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) First-time stock donations entering the mix  Quick giving tools like “refill your cart” make participation easier than ever Philanthropy for Everyone The $10 minimum makes giving accessible to all  A powerful reminder: collective small gifts drive massive impact A great opportunity to teach the next generation about givingTrust-Based Philanthropy Matters Emphasis on unrestricted funding gives nonprofits flexibility  Encourages donors to trust organizations to meet their greatest needs Helps shift outdated expectations toward mission-driven impactFinal Call to Action Give to organizations you love—and discover one you don’t yet know  Share on social and amplify the movement  Consider becoming an ambassador to extend your reach  Remember: this day belongs to the community With over 900+ nonprofits participating and millions on the line, Big Day of Giving isn’t just about donations—it’s about connection, visibility, and collective impact. Why It MattersThis episode isn’t just a recap—it’s a rallying cry.Big Day of Giving works because thousands of people choose to show up. Whether it’s $10 or $10,000, every action contributes to a larger story: a community investing in itself.And beyond the day itself, the bigger takeaway is this—philanthropy isn’t reserved for a select few. It’s for everyone.Let's make it the best ever!Visit https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story!  We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/  And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.