‘Donation’ and ‘contribution’ are words often used interchangeably, but they aren’t true synonyms when it comes to philanthropy, as they can mean different things. Donations and contributions are both great […]
What is GivingTuesday, and How to Contribute
GivingTuesday in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, South Dakota, and across the globe, began in 2012, and returns on Tuesday, Nov. 29 for its 11th year. GivingTuesday provides a great opportunity for […]
What is Give to the Max Day in Minnesota, and How to Contribute
Give to the Max Day is a Minnesota-based, one-day initiative started by GiveMN in 2009 to help raise money for participating nonprofit organizations and schools. The event is held on […]
7 Ways You Can Help Fight Poverty in Your Community
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, 7.8 million people have fallen into poverty—the biggest jump in a single year since the government began tracking poverty 60 years ago. It’s easy to think […]
A Guide to Types of Donations to Nonprofits
When it comes to the types of donations one can make to a nonprofit, the possibilities are nearly endless. From providing your time and resources with in-kind donations to establishing […]
What’s the Community Impact When There’s A Lack Of Affordable Housing?
Affordable housing, which by definition is when housing costs less than 30% of a household’s income, is in short supply. This is a problem for those in need, and for […]
How to Leave a Legacy with Different Types of Donations
While similar in many ways to regular charitable donations, legacy donations — or legacy gifts — work a little differently because they require planning ahead and having a long-term outlook […]
Market-Rate Housing vs. Affordable Housing
Market-rate housing is key to planning in most cities throughout the United States. However, as housing prices climb faster than income levels in the vast majority of areas, with property […]
What Is Generational Wealth, and How Does Housing Fit In?
At CommonBond, we believe affordable housing is at the core of every aspect of a person’s life. It’s the foundation on which families rely on, no matter their financial status, […]
How Can We Start Creating More Affordable Housing Across the Country?
As the demand for affordable housing goes up, the supply of affordable housing has unfortunately done the opposite. More and more people are being priced out of their homes, unable […]
