The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation will hold its annual Give Big CHQ, a 24-hour online day of community giving that benefits nonprofit organizations throughout Chautauqua County.

Starting at midnight on the night before June 12, the event is powered by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation and will feature more than 125 participating nonprofit organizations from across the Chautauqua region. These organizations will be seeking donations online from midnight until 11:59 p.m. June 12. Each participating organization has created an individual fundraising page on givebigchq.org, outlining their specific goals and the critical support they need to further their missions.

According to Tory Irgang, executive director of the Foundation, Give Big CHQ offers vital support to the local nonprofit sector.

“Many of these organizations may lack the resources to build their own extensive online fundraising capabilities,” Irgang said. “Give Big CHQ provides a platform for them to connect with donors and raise crucial funds, while also increasing awareness of the invaluable services they provide.” She added, “This day is about more than just dollars; it’s about our community coming together to support the causes they care about, one donation at a time.”

Building on the success of previous years, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation will be able to offer incentives throughout the day after sponsorships from Allied Alarm Services, CCB, Courier Capital and Northwest Bank. Incentives will include bonus awards and matching funds to provide an extra boost to participating nonprofits.

In 2024’s Give Big CHQ, more than 2,500 donors contributed more than $390,000 in gifts to more than 135 local organizations. Those participating spanned causes in animal welfare, human services, youth programs, arts and culture, and community advocacy. The majority of donations received were under $50.

Follow #GiveBigCHQ on Facebook and Instagram for updates and to join the giving day excitement. Year-round gifts to nonprofit endowments can also be made directly to the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation at crcfonline.org/give or by mail at 418 Spring St., Jamestown, NY 14701.

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation administers more than 700 endowments that support emerging community needs, charitable organizations, and local students pursuing higher education. For more information, visit www.crcfonline.org or contact Tina Downey, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation development officer, at 716-661-3390 or tdowney@crcfonline.org.