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The Big Share
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The Big Share, an annual fundraising day coordinated by Community Shares of Wisconsin, helps support initiatives such as Urban Triage's Supporting Healthy Black Agriculture program.
For a decade, the first Tuesday in March means it’s time for The Big Share, an online giving drive coordinated by Community Shares of Wisconsin to aid nearly 70 local nonprofits. A ticketed kickoff features dueling pianos at 6 p.m. on March 4 at The Ivory Room, and a telethon-style event will take place from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on March 5 at Arts + Literature Laboratory (and also livestreaming; a pre-show is from 7-8 a.m. at Cargo Coffee-East Washington). Watch for more details and donate at thebigshare.org.
media release: On Tuesday, March 5, Community Shares of Wisconsin and its nearly 70 member nonprofits will host The Big Share®, an online day of giving focused on social and environmental justice. Now in its tenth year, the annual campaign is themed “Make Change Happen” and aims to raise $800,000 and engage 5,000 donors. Visit thebigshare.org for details.
"Ten years in, we know that The Big Share is the best opportunity for the community to demonstrate its commitment to the causes we care about most including voting rights, healthy food systems, criminal justice reform, housing advocacy, environmental protection, and much more,” said Executive Director Cheri Dubiel. “Join us on March 5 to be part of this collective effort."
Individuals who want to donate early can give any time between now and March 5 by visiting thebigshare.org to search for nonprofits by name or by issue area. A gift to Community Shares supports all member nonprofits.
With a minimum donation of only $5, it is easy for individuals to get involved and make change happen. The Big Share amplifies individual donations with matches and bonuses, making it a great tool for people who want to work for systemic change.
Individuals who want to take their advocacy for social and environmental justice to the next level can create their own fundraising campaigns for their favorite Community Shares member nonprofits. The fundraisers that raise the most money or secure the most donors will win extra prizes for the nonprofit they are supporting. To become a fundraiser, visit communityshares.com/fundraise
Community Shares of Wisconsin has a full schedule of events for The Big Share. The public is encouraged to participate in all the events.
The Big Share Kickoff: Dueling Pianos Fundraiser, March 4, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, Ivory Room Piano Bar. Tickets start at $25: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/
The Big Share Live (Hybrid) March 5, 7:00am – 8:00pm, Arts + Literature Laboratory and streaming on thebigshare.org: This day-long telethon includes local entertainment, educational programming, and more from Community Shares’ member nonprofits. The event is free and the public is invited to enjoy the fun, make a donation, and help participating nonprofits win bonus cash prizes.
7:00am - 8:00am: The Pre-Show, live from Cargo Coffee on East Washington Ave.
8:30am: Doors open at Art Lit Lab.
9:00am: Kickoff at Art Lit Lab, spoken word artist Dom Ricks.
9:30am - 10:20am: Panel discussion: Defending Drinking Water: Community Shares Member Coalitions Take Action on PFAS. Featuring: Amy Barrilleaux (Clean Wisconsin), Allison Werner (River Alliance of Wisconsin), Tony Wilkin Gibart (Midwest Environmental Advocates), and Peter Burress (Wisconsin Conservation Voices)
10:30am - 11:00am: Panel discussion: Child Care Challenges, Opportunities, and a Vision for Wisconsin's Future . Featuring: Ruth Schmidt (Wisconsin Early Childhood Association)
11:30am - 12:10pm: Panel discussion: How Are We Supporting BIPOC LGBTQ+ Youth in Schools from Elementary School to Early Adulthood? Featuring: Zon Moua (Freedom Inc.), Tyrone Creech Jr. and Katie Rickert (GSAFE)
12:20pm - 1:10pm: Panel discussion: Barriers in Housing Security in Wisconsin: From Applications to Evictions. Featuring: Chrisbelly Antimo (Tenant Resource Center), Erin Kautz (Legal Action of Wisconsin), Sarah Jenkins (Fair Housing Center of Greater Madison), and Katrina Burnett (Urban Triage)
1:15pm: ONLINE ONLY: A conversation with David Fields of Project Home.
1:30pm - 2:00pm: ONLINE ONLY: Farm to School in Wisconsin. Featuring Erica Krug (Rooted) and Allison Pfaff Harris (REAP Food Group)
2:10pm - 3:15pm: Live performances from spoken word artist Lolo Lature, rapper Tyler Brunsell, and musical artist Bear in the Forest.
3:40pm - 4:00pm: Storytellers from Chrysalis Clubhouse.
4:15pm - 5:00pm: Panel discussion: Community-based Arts Engagement: At the Heart of Social Justice in Wisconsin. Featuring: Anne Katz (Create Wisconsin), Alexis London (Bayview Foundation), Common Wealth Development, and Jim Kreul (Art Lit Lab)
5:00pm: ONLINE ONLY: Panel discussion: Real Democracy Demands Taking on Information and Accessibility Challenges and Opportunities for Wisconsin’s Electorate. Featuring: Iuscely Flores Villareal (Wisconsin Democracy Campaign), Debra Cronmiller (League of Women Voters of Wisconsin) and Denise Jess (Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired)
6:30pm: Light refreshments, meet and greet.
7:00pm – 8:00pm: Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band
Follow Community Shares of Wisconsin on social media for the latest updates about The Big Share.
The Big Share's 2024 principal partner is Madison Community Foundation. Media sponsors are The Cap Times, Triple MMM 105.5, and News 3 Now.
Since 1971, Community Shares of Wisconsin and its members have worked together to advance social justice and protect the environment in Wisconsin. Together they envision a future where people come together to ensure every member of their community is safe, healthy, and able to thrive.
More from Common Wealth Development:
As a proud member of Community Shares of Wisconsin, Common Wealth Development is excited to be a part of The Big Share again this year!
If you save the date for the 2024 Big Share on Tuesday, March 5th, then you can celebrate with us ALL DAY LONG! You can find us at these fun events on March 5:
- Morning Coffee Hour at the Rotunda Café from 8-10 am
- Happy Hour at the Weary Traveler Freehouse from 5-6 pm
- Karaoke Competition and Common Wealth’s 45th Anniversary Kick-Off at Weary Traveler Freehouse from 7- 10 pm
We would love your support to make this year’s Big Share the best yet. When donating to Common Wealth Development for the Big Share, your donation goes that much further in helping us plant the seed. You can be part of starting someone on their employment journey, or providing the comfort someone feels as they walk into their new apartment or supporting the foundation for adults who face significant barriers to acquiring or sustaining long-term employment.
We know that the growth of a garden is only possible through consistent, loving care. When you donate to Common Wealth, your donation truly helps sustain our work in supporting residents of Madison and Dane County!
You can donate to Common Wealth Development at https://www.givegab.com/
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