Washington County Gives is Tuesday, May 3

The Community Foundation will host its fourth Washington County Gives on Tuesday, May 3, from midnight to midnight. This 24-hour online fundraiser gives participating local nonprofits an opportunity to raise unrestricted dollars for their organization. In addition to the online donations, these nonprofits will have the chance to receive pro-rated matching dollars and prize money.Seventy-three nonprofit organizations in the areas of Arts & Culture, Community Improvement, Animals, Education, Environment, Health, Human Services and Youth Development have registered to participate in Washington County Gives. All of the nonprofits are based in Washington County and have a 501(c)(3) IRS determination letter.Including the Community Foundation, Washington County Gives has the following sponsors: Pauline Anderson Foundation, Fletcher Foundation, Hershey Family Foundation, Howard Bowen Family Fund, Mathias Trust, Thompson Gas, Herald-Mail, High Rock Studios, Leitersburg Cinemas, Verstandig Broadcasting (104.7, 101.5, 92.1 & 1380 AM) and What’s NXT.This year’s 24-hour online event will conclude with a celebration on May 4 from 4:30-6:00 pm in the University Plaza to celebrate the success of the day with live music by 92.1, additional prizes for participating nonprofits and fun activities for the entire community.For more information about Washington County Gives and to view the full list of participants, please visit www.washingtoncountygives.org or call the Foundation at (301) 745-5210.