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The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 5d

Nonprofits are rethinking fundraising with AI, crypto, and DAFs

Join The Giving Block, Mal Warwick Donordigital, & Grantx on Nov 4th in DC for NTEN Tech Club’s Innovative Fundraising Strategies panel exploring how new tools are reshaping donor engagement and giving

www.nten.org/connect/comm...

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 11d

💰 The latest DAF insights reveal an average gift size of $1,157 in 2024.

Explore how DAFs are shaping modern philanthropy in Chariot's 2025 DAF Fundraising Report:
www.givechariot.com/daf-fundrais...

Ready to make a difference with your DAF? Donate now:
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#DAF

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 11d

📅 New data shows over 50% of all DAFs in 2024 were donated between October and December.

Year-end is DAF season — make sure your appeals and donation pages are ready.

Learn more in @ChariotGiving’s 2025 DAF Fundraising Report:
www.givechariot.com/daf-fundrais...

#DAFDay

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 11d

In 2024, the average DAF gift was 26x larger than the average non-DAF gift 🤯

Explore more insights in Chariot's 2025 DAF Fundraising Report:
givechariot.com/daf-fundrais...

Ready to make a difference with your DAF? Explore nonprofits that accept DAF donations:
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The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 11d

🚀 Big news this #DAFDay!

GivenGain has partnered with The Giving Block and Chariot to bring DAF giving online through DAFpay — making it as seamless as a credit card.

Unlocking billions in generosity for nonprofits worldwide. 🌍

Learn more: www.einpresswire.com/article/8557...

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 18d

Foundation Fighting Blindness is accelerating research that saves and restores sight. You can be part of this progress by donating today:

thegivingblock.com/donate/found...

#CryptoPhilanthropy

How the GENIUS Act Empowers Crypto Philanthropy with Stablecoin Transparency

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 18d

With World Sight Day next week, we had Jeff Klaas from Foundation Fighting Blindness join the podcast.

1 in 53 people worldwide lives with vision loss. Crypto donations, including a $250k gift, are helping fuel research to fight blinding diseases.

Watch the full episode: youtu.be/-zqvWY86XCY

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The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 24d

Stablecoins just entered a new era for giving.

The GENIUS Act creates the first federal framework for stablecoins, opening the door for regulated, volatility-free crypto donations.

Here’s what it means for nonprofits

🔗 thegivingblock.com/resources/ge...

#GENIUSAct

Discover how the GENIUS Act's regulation of stablecoins boosts trust and innovation for nonprofits embracing crypto donations. Learn what it means for your fundraising.

Discover Nonprofits That Accept Crypto with The Giving Block’s New Nonprofit Finder

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · 28d

Our new & improved Nonprofit Finder is live 🚀

Faster and easier to use than ever before, our Nonprofit Finder lets you search thousands of verified nonprofits accepting crypto, stock, DAF, and card donations with just a few clicks.

thegivingblock.com/resources/no...

#CryptoPhilanthropy

The Giving Block’s updated Nonprofit Finder makes it easier than ever to find and donate crypto to thousands of nonprofits. Explore enhanced search, filters, and mobile-friendly giving.

Get Started: Accept Crypto Donations | The Giving Block

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 19

The End of Year Toolkit is available exclusively to clients.

👉 Become a client to receive your copy: thegivingblock.com/book-a-demo/

✨ New client bonus: Sign up by September 30th and receive up to a $2,000 Bitcoin donation.

The leading solution for crypto donations. The Giving Block’s secure, compliant and donor-friendly giving form accepts crypto donations and automatically converts them to cash for nonprofits.

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 19

Year-end fundraising has already begun. ⏱️

On our latest podcast episode, Emily Fascilla explains how The Giving Block’s newly released End of Year Toolkit helps nonprofits maximize crypto, stock, and DAF fundraising this Giving Season

🎧 Watch the full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYbg...

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 17

We’re heading to Kansas City for NIO Summit 2025 🎉

If you're attending one of the top fundraising conferences of the year, let’s connect. We’d love to chat about crypto, stock, and DAF giving strategies.

📅 Sept 30th–Oct 2nd, 2025
📍 Kansas City, MO

DM us if you’ll be there!

Get Started: Accept Crypto Donations | The Giving Block

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 16

⏰ Just 2 weeks left!

Nonprofits can earn up to $2,000 in #Bitcoin by signing up with The Giving Block by September 30th 💥

🎁 Giving Season prizes
🟡 Bonus BTC
📲 Sign up now: thegivingblock.com/book-a-demo/

#CryptoPhilanthropy

The leading solution for crypto donations. The Giving Block’s secure, compliant and donor-friendly giving form accepts crypto donations and automatically converts them to cash for nonprofits.

[WEBINAR] Crypto Fundraising 101: Digital Gold - The Giving Block

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 11

💜 How do crypto donations support suicide prevention?

Texas Suicide Prevention Collaborative
explained how they’re expanding their reach this #SuicidePreventionMonth — from updating curriculums to strengthening local coalitions and connecting with new donors.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=CY9G....

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The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 9

Want to future-proof your fundraising?

Join us on September 24th at 1 PM ET for Crypto Fundraising 101: Digital Gold, a webinar for nonprofits looking to connect with the next generation of donors.

🔗 thegivingblock.com/events/webin...

#CryptoPhilanthropy

Learn why donating crypto is not just a passing trend but a significant and growing source of funding that can connect you with a new generation of donors.

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 4

How do you make it easier for donors to say yes?

Chris LaBianco, Executive Director of Cabrini Mission Foundation, sat down with Nick & Pietro to share how they’re breaking down barriers and bringing crypto into their fundraising strategy.

🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWX_...

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Sep 3

$9,839,437 donated in crypto to #TeamWater 🚀💧

Nearly 25% of all donations came from crypto, fueling a campaign that raised $41.5M to bring clean water to 2M people worldwide 🌍

Thank you, crypto community! 💙

Learn more: teamwater.org

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Aug 26

🍎 Back-to-school means teachers need supplies—and support.

@donorschoose.bsky.social CEO Alix Guerrier shares how donors like Ripple (with $15M in gifts) help make it happen.

Jonathan Perri, Ripple’s Director of Social Impact, joins the full episode:

🎧 youtu.be/dQgo3_FI0nU

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The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Aug 21

🎙️ New pod drop

🎓 Jonathan Perri from Ripple talks about how their $80M university research initiative led to a $25M commitment supporting @donorschoose.bsky.social and @teachforamerica.bsky.social.

He’s joined by Alix Guerrier from DonorsChoose to highlight their partnership.

youtu.be/dQgo3_FI0nU

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The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Aug 20

We truly appreciate the dedication and tireless efforts of your entire team. It's an absolute privilege to work with you all. 🚀💙

Get Started: Accept Crypto Donations | The Giving Block

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Aug 20

📣 CALLING ALL NONPROFITS 📣

Sign up with The Giving Block by September 30th to receive a Bitcoin donation bonus of up to $2,000, and participate in our exclusive Giving Season Fundraising Campaign with over $100,000 in donation prizes.

BOOK A MEETING NOW:
thegivingblock.com/book-a-demo

The leading solution for crypto donations. The Giving Block’s secure, compliant and donor-friendly giving form accepts crypto donations and automatically converts them to cash for nonprofits.

The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Aug 14

Nearly $6,000,0000 in crypto has been donated to #TeamWater — that’s 35% of all donations 🚀 ♥️

The crypto community is helping power #TeamWater and @wateraidamerica.bsky.social to bring clean water to two million people in need!

Donate Crypto to #TeamWater: teamwater.org

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The Giving Block @thegivingblock.com · Aug 14

We're so close! 🤞