Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day!

By Melinda McKee

February 17, 2012

Generosity, compassion, kindness, giving.

From Piggy Banks to Proclamations: Our Top 10 Fav Moments of 2011

By Melinda McKee

January 17, 2012

Our Top 10 favorite inclusive giving moments of 2011...because every giver matters, and every gift counts!* Brought to you by the people of North Carolina & NCGives.

We’ve Moved! An NCGives Update From Donna

By Donna Chavis

June 21, 2011

Isaac Asimov said this many years ago, but it is certainly true today as well:

"It is change, continuing change, inevitable change, that is the dominant factor in society today. No sensible decision can be made any longer without taking into account not only the world as it is, but the world as it will be."

NCGives is pleased to be a part of the changing landscape!

One major thing that has changed for us is our address.

NCGives Executive Director Appointed to Local and National Boards

May 17, 2011

NCGives' executive director Donna Chavis has been appointed as a director for two different boards in recent weeks:

United Methodist Foundation, Inc. - The Garner-based foundation manages the planned giving and socially responsible investing initiatives of the North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church.

The Rural School and Community Trust - The Trust, a national nonprofit, works in some of the most economically challenged areas of the country addressing the crucial relationship between good schools and thriving communities.

In the Field - February 2011

By Melinda McKee

February 24, 2011

Sometimes you've just gotta get out of the office! Here are some appearances NCGives staff have been making of late:

Two weeks ago, our executive director Donna Chavis gave the keynote address at the Annual Freshman Honors Convocation at NC State in Raleigh. Donna spoke to students about their crucial role in the world of today, not just as the hope of the future -- especially with the opportunity to give back and make a difference in the here and now.

African American Giving At-A-Glance

By Melinda McKee

February 15, 2011

In honor of Black History Month, we've published a one-page fact sheet about the giving heritage among African Americans, with examples from North Carolina. We hope you find it useful in your communities!

Nonprofit Awareness Month + Your Giving News

November 10, 2010

Did you know it's Nonprofit Awareness Month here in North Carolina? Nonprofit organizations play a big role in our culture of giving -- we as givers can support their work with our time, talent and treasure, so they in turn can give back to our communities through services that make our world a better place to live.

(Want to be a part of the Nonprofit Awareness Month celebration + spread the word about these very important organizations? The NC Center for Nonprofits has ideas to help you!)

Here are some opportunities and recent announcements for North Carolina's nonprofit world:

Youth are givers, too—let’s help them reach their potential

July 15, 2010

Even though just five years old, the North Carolina Youth Giving Network has seen some amazing accomplishments, with over $300K granted out to communities by more than 800 youth. Established in 2005 by NCGives, the Network continues to grow - something that wouldn't be possible without the adult advisors who rally their youth together to support their communities. These advisors recently gathered at Greensboro's International Civil Rights Museum to learn more about engaging youth in giving back.

Adventures in Nonprofit Communications

By Melinda McKee

June 22, 2010

A lot of wonderful things are going on here at NCGives, and one that I'm particularly excited about is a new partnership with NonprofitMarketingGuide.com's Kivi Leroux Miller.