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Giving Tuesday and the opportunity to promote family philanthropy over the holidays
When Giving Tuesday was first launched in 2011, the intention was to give Black Friday shoppers a convenient way to give back after spending the previous days spending on a plethora of hyper-discounted consumer goods. The day has since blossomed into a globally-recognized fundraising event (although it is still largely a U.S.-based phenomenon) with tens […]
Introducing the Canada Gives Client Portal
Working with dedicated philanthropists is one of the many privileges of being a part of the Canada Gives team. So, too, is seeing the creative ways that our donor clients strive to make a lasting difference in their communities. That passion is not only inspiring, but drives us to constantly seek out new strategies to […]
Understanding the definition of a ‘qualified donee’ in Canada
In recent blogs, we’ve noted a growing trend among philanthropists in Canada: greater strategic engagement with the charities and non-profits they support. As we’ll explain in a moment, the majority of these recipient organizations are permitted to issue tax receipts, designating them as a qualified donee under Canada Revenue Agency rules. Just how involved philanthropists can […]