Connection Starts Close to Home

One of the core beliefs at the heart of Giving Connection is that giving back begins with the people and communities closest to us. This became especially true for me this summer when our family needed time to focus on healing. I am grateful to share that everyone is doing well and I want to thank you for your patience and understanding as we postponed our summer fundraiser. Even during that pause, our work never stopped. Every day, people across New Jersey and beyond relied on Giving Connection to find support for housing, food, youth programs, disability services, reentry support, and so much more. This platform continues to be a lifeline because of you.

Today I am asking for your help through the holiday season.

Help us reach $45,000 to expand our services to ALL of New Jersey!

We are launching our annual year end fundraiser on Giving Tuesday with a goal of raising $45,000 by December 31st. This will help us remain sustainable for another year and expand our services beyond Atlantic City to reach families across New Jersey who are still searching for support. Thanks to generous donors and local family foundations, we have already raised nearly $12,000. Now we are turning to the people who have stood with us since the beginning.

Why Your Gift Matters

Expanded Access Across New Jersey: Reaching more families in need of housing, food, mental health support, and youth programs.
A Platform Free for Everyone: Your support keeps Giving Connection accessible to all.
Trusted by Nonprofits Across the Country: Communities everywhere need an easier way to find local support.
A Year of Growth and Learning: From international programs to regional partnerships, this year strengthened our foundation.
Interns and Young Leaders Making an Impact: Our summer fellows contributed to major features, research, and community building.

Ways to Get Involved

✅ Give: You can donate directly through this Givebutter campaign or mail a check if that is easier for you. Every gift brings us closer to expanding Giving Connection across New Jersey and keeps our platform free for families searching for support.
✅ Become a recurring donor: Monthly donations sustain our work year round and help us plan for long term growth.
✅ Share the campaign: Invite friends, family, and neighbors to join you in strengthening your community. Your voice helps small nonprofits get seen and supported.
✅ Champion a nonprofit you love: Share their Giving Connection page with your friends or on social media. Your support helps them reach more neighbors in need.

Thank you for believing in this mission, for supporting us year after year, and for continuing to walk with us as we grow.

With gratitude,

Stephanie Morrison

President & Founder

Giving Connection's 5th Annual Fundraiser

By Giving Connection

Giving Connection's 5th Annual Fundraiser

Join us this Giving Tuesday through December 31st to help us raise $45,000!