The biggest one-day fundraiser in Alexandria is here. Spring2ACTion started this morning and donors have until midnight to contribute to more than 150 nonprofits in the city.
Last year’s event raised $2.45 million from 8,453 donors, and the goal has been raised to $2.5 million. This year, event organizer ACT for Alexandria is looking for 10,000 donors.
Last year’s top recipients were:
- ALIVE!, with $145,611 and 491 donors
- RunningBrooke with $115,250 and 163 donors
- Casa Chirilagua with $101,609 and 365 donors
Spring2ACTion has also gained the attention of 36 businesses in the the Del Ray Business Association and Old Town Business Association, which are competing to outraise each other.
What if we all gave on one day? Today we can during #Spring2ACTion, Alexandria’s giving day! @Spring2ACT is a 24-hour online event that connects donors with the charitable causes they care about most and encourages them to take action. Give now at https://t.co/kq39cinwrG.
— AlexandriaVAGov (@AlexandriaVAGov) April 28, 2021
TODAY is Spring2ACTion!
Help ALIVE! reach our goal of $80,000!
DONATE to ALIVE! at Spring2ACTion before midnight tonight https://t.co/dT4cB6gqhw pic.twitter.com/UFPlZzk5Ii
— ALIVE! (@ALIVE4AlexVA) April 28, 2021
It’s time to @Spring2ACT !
I just contributed to an amazing group of Alexandria non-profits. Will you join me? https://t.co/PdhEN2PBWX
— Justin Wilson (@justindotnet) April 28, 2021
It’s #Spring2ACTion – the day when Alexandrians come together and support the organizations that serve our community in the best of times and during challenging times. Join me in supporting nonprofits like the Alexandria Library Foundation. https://t.co/eohVeEUmEn pic.twitter.com/Jg4P86PYD2
— Vice Mayor Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (@EBPforVA) April 28, 2021
It's Spring2ACTion! Don't wait — DONATE NOW and your gift will be matched by our generous sponsors, the Mason Hirst Foundation and MacRae Family Foundation. https://t.co/pyW7Xekyce @ACPSk12 @Spring2ACT @RunningBrooke pic.twitter.com/Nh489C2e3Q
— RunningBrooke (@RunningBrooke) April 28, 2021
It's #Spring2ACTion day! During Alexandria's Giving Day, you can show support to the organizations that support your community. That includes the Alexandria Police Foundation or the Alexandria Police Youth Camp.
Learn more: https://t.co/wirvHwX2jy pic.twitter.com/Qxjqg20ssP
— Alexandria Police (@AlexandriaVAPD) April 28, 2021
Penny Post and Red Barn Mercantile will donate 20% of your online or in-store purchase today when your mention a Spring2ACTion charity. The most designations will receive additional prizes, so mention the ASO!
— Alexandria Symphony (@Alex_Symphony) April 28, 2021
It's #Spring2ACTion! We are raising💵for Freedom House Museum to share the history of not only the site, but the larger African American story of Alexandria. By understanding our past, we can work towards social equity + build a better community for all. https://t.co/rUbR08gEl7
— Historic Alexandria (@HistoricAlexVA) April 28, 2021
Spring2Action is today! Our donation site is here:https://t.co/5fCFaCKN27
Our PTA is working to raise money in support of much needed replacement AV equipment for MacTV, and for revitalizing several old garden beds on school grounds. Thank you! @MacArthurACPS
— DMacPTA (@DMacPTA) April 28, 2021
We’re halfway to our #spring2action goal! Help us fill up our meter by donating here: https://t.co/f7tujJYYDs pic.twitter.com/aT9MDEWCDU
— Community Lodgings (@CommunityLdgngs) April 27, 2021
The @DMacPTA is thrilled to be a part of Spring2Action once again this year! Our donation site is here:https://t.co/f6brmAGkzf…
Our PTA is working to raise money in support of replacement AV equipment for MacTV, and for our school garden! pic.twitter.com/OaxcFCrZUf— MacArthur ACPS 💫 (@MacArthurACPS) April 28, 2021
It's #Spring2Action Day! Your donations will help us pay for refrigerator installation & help #FilltheFridge with nutritious food for families in our united community. It's time to show your support! Select United Community as your nonprofit & donate now! https://t.co/IMY4DUZ7BU pic.twitter.com/kJHullYvwn
— United Community (@UCAlexandria) April 28, 2021
Support The Art League during Alexandria's Giving Day! #Spring2ACTion #TheArtLeague #ResilientALX2021 #CreateSomethingMorehttps://t.co/pBUr9S9pvf pic.twitter.com/kKBUdnsxQQ
— The Art League (@theartleague) April 27, 2021
#Spring2ACTion is tomorrow! We are raising money for our prenatal program – the only source for low-income, uninsured women Alexandria. Your donation will be doubled! https://t.co/jPNcZZhfLh#healthequity #resilientalx2021https://t.co/NWP7WWWADc
— Neighborhood Health (@NeighborhoodHth) April 27, 2021
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