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By: Philip Conner (Membership Director)
Making a Difference: How Businesses Can Support Local Nonprofits This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time of celebration, reflection, and giving back. For many in our community, this time of year also highlights the critical work of local nonprofits, who are on the frontlines addressing challenges, providing essential services, and spreading hope to those who need it most.
At the Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC), we’re proud to support our nonprofit members who dedicate their efforts to making a positive impact. These organizations embody the spirit of giving, but they can’t do it alone. That’s where the business community comes in.
Why Your Support Matters
Nonprofits are the backbone of our community, offering programs and services that uplift families, children, and underserved individuals. However, they often rely on community partnerships, including donations, sponsorships, and volunteer support, to continue their vital work.
This holiday season presents the perfect opportunity for local businesses to step up and make a difference. Supporting nonprofits not only helps those in need but also strengthens your connection to the community, enhances your business reputation, and inspires others to do the same.
Ways to Get Involved
Here are a few meaningful ways your business can support nonprofits this holiday season:
Make a Financial Contribution
A donation, big or small, can have a significant impact. Many nonprofits have year-end giving campaigns—check out our Member Directory to find a cause that aligns with your values.
Organize a
Volunteer Day
Rally your team to volunteer at a local nonprofit. Whether it’s serving meals, assisting with holiday drives, or organizing donations, your time is just as valuable as monetary contributions.
Spread the Word
Use your platforms to amplify the work of local nonprofits. Sharing their mission on your website, social media, or newsletters can help them reach new supporters.
Sponsor a Program
or Event
Consider sponsoring an initiative that aligns with your business’s mission. Sponsorships not only provide financial support but also allow you to promote your brand in the community.
In-Kind
Donations
Does your business have products or services that could benefit a nonprofit? Consider making in-kind donations to help support their operations.
This holiday season, let’s come together as a business community to uplift those who give so much to others. Your support, whether financial, in-kind, or through volunteering, makes all the difference. Together, we can help nonprofits continue their essential work and ensure a brighter future for all.
Let’s give back, pay it forward, and make the season truly meaningful.
Visit our Member Directory to connect with local nonprofits and find out how you can help today.