When the Community Foundation announced that funds for Match Day would be distributed on a first-come, first served-basis we imagined that people would be lining up early to wait for the doors to open. So we got in line at 4 p.m. on December 16th, the evening before the big day.Our staff and volunteers took turns keeping our place first in line. We positioned ourselves outside the doors to the building, and as other nonprofit agencies joined us our circle of chairs grew. Three other organizations had representatives who braved the cold with us all night. We passed the time talking, laughing and enjoying hot coffee, walking to and from our outreach building for bathroom breaks. The winter weather could not quell our determination.
Hours before the building was scheduled to open, staff members from the remaining agencies arrived. To the group's delight, one of our board members stopped by with a large supply of hot cocoa, coffee, donuts and bagels which provided an energy boost.
At 7 a.m. the doors opened and we were greeted by the Community Foundation staff who ushered everyone inside the warm building. The check collection began at 8 a.m. We are extremely proud to report that we raised over $35,000, giving us a total over $70,000!
Our donors astounded us with their generosity and for that we are truly thankful. Match Day was a huge success - from the amount of support we received to the combined efforts of our board members, staff and volunteers who worked together tirelessly .
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