Be A Company That Cares

Corporate giving is not a new concept, and yet we don’t often take the time to think about it’s impact. Here are a few benefits of corporate giving:*

  • Corporate philanthropy increases employee engagement and productivity. Up to 78% of employees want to engage is initiatives centered on giving.

  • Corporate philanthropy improves brand awareness and reputation. When you give, let your employees, customers, prospects, partners, and community know. The more good you spread, the better your brand perception.

  • Corporate philanthropy helps you attract top talent. Younger generations, especially millennials, are driving a shift and part of that includes considering a company’s values when deciding where to work.

  • Corporate philanthropy has been known to increase sales. When choosing between two brands of equal value, 90 percent of consumers are likely to switch to a cause-branded product.

  • Corporate philanthropy has tax benefits. While it could take time to realize some of the other benefits of giving, tax benefits come quickly.

Deciding which nonprofit to support in your corporate giving initiatives can be a big decision. Will your employees and company community approve of your choice? At Building for God Community Foundation (BFGCF), we feel as though we have something for everyone. That’s because we don’t just support one organization, we support many. From after school mentorship programs that help transform the lives of young people, to those who feed the hungry or care for the sick, BFGCF offers diversity.

If your company is ready to become more socially responsible, consider becoming a recurring donor as a member of The Perseverando Society. You donations will help the Foundation reach more nonprofit organizations and touch more lives.

Make a difference at work or at home by joining The Perseverando Society.

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‘Tis the Season for Altruism

The season of giving is upon us – the giving of love, thankfulness, and tithes. The holidays are a time to gather and open our hearts to the endless possibilities of helping those in need. The act of helping others, whether it be through financial gifts, adopting a family, or by volunteering your time, is a natural way to bring happiness to yourself as well as to those around you.

Turn the season of giving into an opportunity to give all year long by becoming a member of The Perseverando Society. By joining with a recurring gift, you can build your philanthropic giving into your budget, and you will be recognized as a member of the Foundation’s family.

Unleash the Power of Radical Generosity…GivingTuesday is Coming!

‘Radical Generosity’ is a unique state, one that invites people in to give what they can to create systemic change. Traditionally celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, GivingTuesday recognizes that we can drive an enormous amount of positive change by rooting our everyday actions, decisions, and behavior in radical generosity. Since its creation 10 years ago, GivingTuesday has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity!*

Building for God Community Foundation has a unique and focused mission supporting numerous local, private, growth-oriented nonprofit organizations, which allows donors to expand the reach of their financial gifts!

Hit The Green Every Time with The Perseverando Society!

What a day on the course! The 15th Annual Community Cup Golf Invitational went off without a hitch – beautiful weather, great competition from all golfers, and the generosity of sponsors and donors was truly the greatest blessing.

The Community Cup Golf Invitational is one of two annual fundraisers hosted by Building for God Community Foundation (BFGCF). Since 2007, proceeds from this fun-filled event have helped support local charitable organizations with a shared mission of caring for those in need. At this year’s event, we were thrilled to have representatives from four of our wonderful Champion in Life organizations join us; sharing all of the wonderful things their organizations do for those in need inspires us all, and their testimony serves as a great reminder of the impact BFGCF is making.

Persevere with BFGCF on National Good Neighbor Day!

It all starts with a “hello!” National Good Neighbor Day is all about making strong connections and building great neighborhoods – getting into that “Good Neighbor Mindset.”*

Spread kindness and get to know your neighbors by lending a helping hand, going for a walk together, inviting them over to share a meal, or hosting a game night! Build lasting friendships by thoughtfully giving to Building for God Community Foundation with a tribute donation in a neighbor’s honor, which will help to change the lives of those in our local community who need it most.

When you become a member of The Perseverando Society, set-up your recurring financial gift as a tribute donation in honor of the lifelong connection that was forged through the community bond you share.

Feel Empowered, Even If You Can’t Be Present

Being pulled in several directions (sometimes at the same time!) has somehow become woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. All too often we feel like we are spread thin with our most valuable commodity – our time. Taking a step back and evaluating how you can feel empowered, even if you can’t be present for all of your ‘matters of importance,’ is one way to help in maintaining a sense of fulfillment and meaning in your life.

Feel empowered and help make a difference in the lives of others, while contributing to our mission, with a recurring financial gift and become a member of The Perseverando Society.

Have you been wanting to attend a BFGCF event, like our upcoming Community Cup Golf Invitational, but you are unable to due to other commitments? Then consider supporting the Foundation and our Champion in Life Program with a recurring donation by joining The Perseverando Society.

Celebrate National Nonprofit Day with BFGCF!

In the world of nonprofits, August 17th is a meaningful date. Recognized since 2017, National Nonprofit Day was founded to educate, enlighten, and empower others to make a difference while acknowledging those in the trenches, impacting lives every day – the Change-Makers of the World!*

Today, Building for God Community Foundation (BFGCF) joins other nonprofits to celebrate the positive impact that its mission has made on local communities. BFGCF has recognized and supported over 35 nonprofits through our Champion in Life Programs!

Recurring Giving: Helping You, Help Others

Doing things for other people is a natural way to bring happiness to yourself, as well as to those around you. Sustaining gifts provide stability to nonprofits, but, in a way, it also helps people gain a sense of being valuable, helpful, and worthwhile to the charity of their choosing.

The unique mission of Building for God Community Foundation (BFGCF) allows donors to expand the reach of their financial gifts, so they can impact multiple nonprofits every year.

Studies show that donors give money because they feel empowered by seeing their impact, and a recurring donation is a great way to maximize your impact on an organization.*

Celebrate Good Times...with The Perseverando Society!

Come one, come all to the greatest Champion in Life Celebration on Earth!

…And that is precisely what happened! This year’s Champion in Life Celebration took place in-person, Under The Big Tent! Guests couldn’t have asked for a more gorgeous evening and beautiful setting by the gracious hosts, Tom and Kingsley Mooney. Over 100 attendees and honored guests from various local nonprofits enjoyed an evening filled with good music, games, raffles, and delicious food and drinks!

Touch More Lives with The Perseverando Society

There are a lot of great charities that are truly making a difference in the lives of others and, as a recurring donor, you are not only a part of the Foundation’s success, but also are a part of that organization’s success. As a member of BFGCF’s community, you will be continually learning about a variety of charities, including who they are helping and how with your continued support.

A Fresh Look at ‘Spring Cleaning’

The arrival of spring is a symbolic time for most. One filled with opportunities for giving the rooms in our homes that much needed refresh or perhaps giving you the boost you need to finally clean out the garage. Like the spaces around us, spring also presents the opportunity for us to refocus our minds and our hearts. your energy toward improving your mind, body, and spirit can help make you more mindful of how you allocate your time and resources…

Building a Community-Conscious Company

Social responsibility has taken a front seat in terms of corporate priorities, thanks to the more than 139 million Gen Z and Millennials who are pushing for change on societal issues. As a result, businesses are being held accountable for their own level of involvement, as employees and consumers direct their choices toward companies making a concerted effort in helping to build a better world.

We Caught a Great News Clip from UM St. Joseph!

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In the News

Nicole Beeson, RN, Director of Nursing, Critical Care, joined Tom Shannon, Vice Chairman of the Building for God Community Foundation, on this WMAR-TV Midday Maryland segment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the foundation’s tremendous gifts to UM St. Joseph: 450 staff meals, to fuel our mission—and our resolve—to lovingly serve our patients throughout the pandemic. Through their Feed the Front Lines initiative, the Building for God Community Foundation is partnering with local restaurants to deliver meals to those who are risking their lives to keep our community safe—including the health care heroes right here at UM St. Joseph. We are blessed by their kindness.