Go Big GIVE

Go Big GIVE is a 24-hour, online giving event on the first Thursday in May to support the work of nonprofits in Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick Counties.

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DOES THIS MEAN IT’S REALLY OVER?!
Don’t worry, Nonprofits! JUNE 10TH is our last meeting for 2026. Join us on Zoom to hear about your feedback, donations and maybe even win an endowment from the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation! Check your email for the invite.

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We're still thinking about all the fun we had during Go Big GIVE!
📸Want to share your memories? We'd love to see them!
🤳SHARE YOUR VIDEOS AND PHOTOS: https://t.co/4Opsnsi24R

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THANK YOU to all the local newspapers, TV and radio stations who helped us share the stories of Go Big GIVE's 165 nonprofits this year!

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THANK YOU for MAKING BIG WAVES during Go Big GIVE!
Greater G.I. Community Foundation & @HeartlandUW work hard to make this giving event happen (&also have a lot of fun).
Enjoy these #bloopers as we enjoy the impact you've made in Hall, Hamilton, Howard & Merrick Co.!
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THANK YOU to all of our generous Go Big GIVE sponsors!
Without you being the wind in our sails, this day of generosity could not happen!

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THE PRELIMINARY TOTAL IS IN!
Thank you for coming aboard and navigating Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick Counties toward smooth waters!
1,873 donors gave 4,263 gifts, proving when we all row in the same direction, the impact creates waves far beyond a single day of giving.

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🚤 You’re steering impact, Lynn Irons!

Congrats Lynn Irons for growing your donation by $250 to Grand Island Kennel Club Charitable Corporation!

This 9:30 - 10:00 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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🌌 Starry night, shining generosity!

Congrats Rachel Richardson for growing your donation by $250 to Central Nebraska Lutheran School Foundation!

This 9:00 - 9:30 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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🧭 Captain Ann Baker leads the way again!

Congrats Ann Baker for growing your donation by $250 to St. Mary's Cathedral Food Pantry!

This 8:30 - 9:00 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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⚓ Twilight tide surprise!

Congrats Kim Mettenbrink for growing your donation by $250 to Grand Island Public Library Foundation!

This 8:00 - 8:30 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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🌙 As the sun sets, generosity rises!

Congrats Jacqueline Beaver for growing your donation by $250 to Platte PEER Group (Bader Park/Dark Island Trail)!

This 7:30 - 8:00 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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Cause Cruise Last Stop: Good Life Rescue encouraging you to take home a puppy for Go Big GIVE! #gobiggive26

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🐚 Evening tide brings treasure!

Congrats Jennie Kuehner for growing your donation by $250 to Hamilton County Women in Philanthropy!

This 7:00 - 7:30 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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Check out this EPIC stop on the Cause Cruise where they made a big announcement about their opening date! #gobiggive26

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🌙Don't retire to your cabin just yet! We have another MATCH MINUTE to reel in!🐟
Between 10 & 11 p.m. we'll be picking a random minute to match donations thanks to @5pointsbank!
🌕GET READY FOR MOONLIGHT MINUTE: https://t.co/LPQ9F0ePXP
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🛳️ A gift on the horizon!

Congrats Christina Adams for growing your donation by $250 to The Good Life Rescue!

This 6:30 - 7:00 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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🎉 Another generous splash!

Congrats Karen Van Den Boogaart for growing your donation by $250 to Aurora Adopt a Pet!

This 6:00 - 6:30 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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Cause Cruise: We didn’t make Karen play on THIS trip to the Grand Island Pickleball Club! #gobiggive26
GIVE NOW: https://t.co/Z1z9BA5j0L

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Another stop on the Cause Cruise! Centura Educational Foundation trying to get new band uniforms! #gobiggive26

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🌊 High tide winner alert!

Congrats Fred & Kay Meyer for growing your donation by $250 to Howard County Medical Center Foundation!

This 5:30 - 6:00 pm half-hour prize was made possible by our Anchor Sponsors!

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