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Giving Tuesday 2023 - DC Breastfeeding Coalition

At the DC Breastfeeding Coalition (DCBFC), we believe in the power of community, compassion, and support. As we approach Giving Tuesday in 2023, we invite you to be a part of something truly special. This year, our campaign focuses on the vital role healthcare providers, friends & family, and lactation educators play in nurturing and supporting breastfeeding mothers and their babies.

Join us on Giving Tuesday and make a difference in the lives of mothers and infants. Your contribution will help us continue our mission to support, educate, and advocate for breastfeeding in the Washington, DC area.

About Giving Tuesday:

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement that focuses on unleashing the power of radical generosity. It's a day that encourages individuals to give back by donating, volunteering and by doing good for others.

You can help in the following three ways:

• Donate - Click the "Donate Now" button on our Giving Tuesday 2023 page and make a generous contribution today.

• Fundraise - Click the "Fundraise Now" button and set a fundraising goal. Next, invite your friends, family members, colleagues and others to donate on your individual page.

• Share - Consider sharing our Giving Tuesday page link or your fundraising page with others. You can use the built-in sharing tools or copy the page URL and share it on social media, chat groups, emails etc.

Earn your medals:

To make this campaign fun and exciting, our Giving Tuesday fundraisers will receive eMedals as they meet certain fundraising goals. Also, all fundraisers and donors will receive a participation certificate at the end of this Giving Tuesday fundraising campaign.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BREASTFEEDING COALITION INC.
Working in partnership with maternal and child health professionals, community health organizations, and mother-to-mother support groups, the DC Breastfeeding Coalition seeks to promote, protect and support culturally-sensitive programs and activities that build awareness and understanding of the preventive health benefits of breastfeeding. Through its breastfeeding research, advocacy and educational activities, the Coalition seeks to reduce health disparities - particularly among racialized families living in DC communities with less resources.

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HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
Thank you so much for choosing to donate to this Giving Tuesday 2023 fundraiser. Your donation will help us raise funds for our 2024 programs and allow us to reach more people and raise awareness about our core mission. Remember, no act of generosity is small or insignificant, and every dollar raised will help our mission.

Once you've donated, we'd appreciate it if you could share this Giving Tuesday page URL with your friends, family members, colleagues and others via social media channels, chat groups, emails etc.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Giving Tuesday?

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.

How can I create my fundraising page?

Well, you wouldn't have to create a separate fundraising page. Once you register for this campaign, we'll give you the link to your fundraising page.

When does the campaign end?

Campaign end a day after Giving Tuesday on 4th December 2024. Once you register for this campaign, we'll give you the link to your fundraising page.

I am an international donor (non-US), what are my donation charges and tax-deductibility?

For international donors (non-US), please note that all donations are processed in US dollars. Your bank may apply an exchange rate fee, so it's advisable to check with your bank for details.

To understand tax deductibility for your donation, we recommend consulting a tax professional who can provide personalized guidance.

Who can sponsor my fundraising efforts?

The short answer is - everyone. The fundraising research shows that the number one reason for people not donating is that they weren't asked to.

That said, there are things you can do to attract people to sponsor you. Adding a picture to your fundraising page, telling potential donors why this cause is so personal to you, sharing your fundraising page on social media, email, and chat groups.

Last, if your employer has a gift matching program, check with the human resources department to support your favorite cause as well.

Who can I contact if I need help?

You can contact us any time if you need help. We love hearing from our users so please don't hesitate to write to us about issues, suggestions, or to just say hi. You can also contact the non-profit administrator directly if you would like.