Lincoln residents showed their generosity during the 11th annual Give to Lincoln Day on May 26th. Just over $8 million was raised, which is a record-breaker.
Donations were nearly $80,000 more than the previous record set last year. The funds help support 479 local nonprofits that serve Lincoln and Lancaster County. All participating nonprofits will receive a proportional share of a $500,000 match fund based upon the organization’s percentage of the total dollars raised, thanks to many generous sponsors including Presenting Sponsor, West Gate Bank.
“This year’s Give to Lincoln Day was an awesome expression and celebration of generosity for this community,” said Alec Gorynski, LCF president. “To surpass last year’s record-breaking event is tremendous and we could not be more grateful for everyone who came together to make this such a special day.”
Nearly 28,000 donations were received. The event has raised nearly $50 million for local nonprofits in its 11-year history. “Our local nonprofits enhance our lives and lift our spirts,” said Gorynski. “Today’s results are a collective ‘thank you’ for the incredible work that they do.”
For more information and to see gifts received for each nonprofit, visit www.GiveToLincoln.com.