While COVID-19 will continue to create obstacles as well as opportunities for the nonprofits in our region, their tireless efforts and steadfast dedication to doing good makes them uniquely poised to identify and meet both head-on. Thanks to our caring community, they now have more than $18.4 million in unrestricted dollars to strengthen their capacity as they see fit toward fulfilling their missions and the aspirations of those they serve.

The impact of the 2020 Giving Challenge, combined with our region’s enthusiastic contribution to the more than $2 million raised in less than one month to the reactivated Season of Sharing campaign serves as an invigorating source of light at a time when many are searching for one. The generous spirit behind the success of both efforts is as much a part of our region as the arts & cultural offerings and natural beauty we are known for worldwide.