2025 Give Big Green Bay kicks off 24-hour donation period
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The 8th annual Give BIG Green Bay donation period has officially kicked off, bringing the community together for 24 hours of generosity.
The event, organized by the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation and supported by the Green Bay Packers Foundation, highlights the work of 50 local nonprofits serving Brown County.
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Donations will be accepted until noon tomorrow, with matching funds amplifying the impact of each contribution.
One of the participating nonprofits is the Northeast Wisconsin Youth Apprenticeship program, which helps high school students explore career opportunities.
The funds raised will directly support staff members who work with students daily.
'The money that we'll raise goes directly to support the staff who have conversations with students day in and day out, our team is located within each of the area high schools,' said David Gordon, Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator. 'They have conversations with students about career interests, help them develop resumes and do mock interviews.'
The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay is also participating in the event, using donations to fund local programs that provide essential services to the community.
'Any money donated to the Salvation Army during Give Big Green Bay will be used right here in the community for local programs and services,' said Nicole Hanley, marketing specialist for the Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay. 'Our Community Center has a lot of our social services programs, including a noon lunch program and housing assistance programs.'
For animal lovers, the Wisconsin Humane Society is another nonprofit benefiting from the day of giving. Donations help provide crucial care for animals in need.
'If you donate $15, it helps us give vaccines to three cats, $25 can help five dogs with heartworm disease,' said Corey Viars, Media Specialist for the Wisconsin Humane Society. 'There are so many options to give and help out.'
Since its creation in 2018, Give BIG Green Bay has raised over $13.5 million for local nonprofits.
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With up to $500,000 in matching funds this year, the goal is to make an even bigger impact on the community.
Donations will be accepted until noon on Thursday, allowing the community to make a difference in the lives of residents and animals.
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