Nonprofit Insider: July 29, 2021
Happy National Intern Day to all of the awesome interns!
To the not so awesome interns... happy... Thursday!
Erin Yates is Young Professional of the Year!
Our very own Erin Yates, Director of Operations & Partnerships, was recently named Young Professional of the Year by Young Erie Professionals and the Erie Regional Chamber & Growth Partnership - congratulations, Erin!

We are beyond grateful to have Erin as part of our team. She is an award winner in our eyes each and every year!
Erie Gives 2021:
Updates and reminders
Don't forget: donors can contribute to Erie Gives 2021 via check up until Monday, August 9th. Checks must be accompanied with a Check Donation Form, found here.

Additionally, the prorated match has been announced... and is the largest in Erie Gives history... $400K!

And there's more: anyone can support the Erie Gives prorated match pool at Erie County Country Fair locations. Acorns will be available for purchase for $1 or $5. Plus, on 8/10/21 - TWO cents of every gallon of gasoline purchased will support Erie Gives nonprofits.
Tune in Next Thursday:
[Zoom Discussion] Open Dialogue with OpenedEyes
Join The Nonprofit Partnership and OpenedEyes on Thursday, August 5th at 9:30 AM as we continue important conversations surrounding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - free and open to all!
Funding Focus: Rachael Ray Grants
The Rachael Ray Save Them All Grants fund projects to reduce the lifesaving gap of cats and dogs in U.S. shelters.  

The Rachael Ray No-Kill Excellence Grants celebrate no-kill groups that are leading the movement through innovation partnerships, mentorships, and progressive collaborations within their community.

Applications will be accepted August 2nd through September 3rd.
Funding Focus: LIVE PA
The Wolf Administration and United Way of Pennsylvania launched the Local Innovations in Vaccine Equity in Pennsylvania project (LIVE PA) to administer $4 million in mini-grants to local organizations aimed to reduce vaccine hesitancy and ensuring an equitable vaccine distribution throughout the commonwealth.

With a reimbursement rate of $10 per shot achieved and a matching rate of $10 per direct person-to-person outreach, the grants are designed initially to range from $400 to $40,000 per vaccination event.
Funding Focus: Resilia
Apply for a no strings attached $1,000 microgrant!

Resilia is democratizing technology and leveling the playing field for nonprofits of all sizes. 

Submit your application by August 16, email grants@resilia.com for any questions, and explore Resilia’s Nonprofit Platform for more free resources to scale and strengthen your nonprofit.  
Current Job Opportunities:
  • Development and Marketing Director with Erie Day School
  • Accountant with Erie County Bar Association
  • Event & Outreach Coordinator with Children's Rescue Initiative
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