What is GivingFirst.org?
GivingFirst.org is an online resource featuring Colorado charities. Made possible by Community First Foundation, it encourages charitable giving by providing comprehensive, objective and up-to-date information about local charities--and an easy way to support them online.

  GivingFirst Helps Donors…

• Connect with Colorado nonprofits that match their personal interests
• Find comprehensive, objective and up-to-date information about local nonprofits
• Have an easy and more informed online giving experience

GivingFirst Helps Nonprofits…

• Reach donors online with focused profiles about their mission, programs, impact and fiscal responsibility
• Build trust with donors by a participating in a Foundation-backed resource that is objective and up-to-date
• Retain 100% of  online donations because the Foundation covers credit card processing fees

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How Can a Nonprofit Participate in GivingFirst?
Please contact Dana Rinderknecht, GivingFirst Manager, at drinderknecht@CommunityFirstFoundation.org or 720.898.5911, to learn how you can join hundreds of nonprofits and launch your profile on GivingFirst.org. The Foundation offers marketing support and special incentives to help promote online giving.
 

Criteria for Participation

• Possess 501 (c)(3) status in Colorado
• Serve or have headquarters in Colorado
• Maintain a workable operating budget and assets greater than $25,000
• Have a Form 990 or 990-EZ
• Are not governed by a church or booster club
• Are willing to share organizational details that establish transparency

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GivingFirst.org	Colorado & Company TV feature
FAQs	CBS4 "Breakfast with Brooke" feature