I first of all would like to thank you for giving trust. We have an opportunity to impact the world together. Im are glad to share an amazing article with some additions (my own). By and , co-founders of me Alex Wilson Pat Duffy The Giving Block Charity contribute to the lives of other people, while at the same time adding meaning and embodiment of your life Intoday’s competitive climate, charities don’t have it easy., e.g.: According to the , more than 1.5 million nonprofit organizations are registered in the U.S. For to survive they must fight to be heard in the battle for people’s hearts and wallets. National Center for Charitable Statistics (NCCS) ❤️ When people think of cryptocurrency, they don’t typically think of philanthropy — donating to charity isn’t something often considered. Positive changes came thanks to the vector. This change in fundraising has been fruitful! Cryptocurrency has become a force in philanthropy. ✨ Crypto for Good ✨ New technologies and behaviors have created a myriad of opportunities to do good. It remains only to use them! 5 Reasons Why Nonprofits Love Cryptocurrency Thanks to the increase in the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, nonprofits are increasingly turning to cryptocurrency as a new source of revenue. Beyond the revenue potential, some nonprofits are taking things a step further by looking at ways they can become more transparent, provide stability, and provide tax benefits to their donors. #1 Cryptocurrency Fundraising Over the last few years, we’ve seen . Why? Because of the massive tax incentive offered to donors who can give appreciated assets directly, rather than cashing out first. Like stock donations, when you transfer cryptocurrencies to a nonprofit, you pay no capital gains tax and can write off the full amount of the cryptocurrency donation. If someone sells Bitcoin and then donates the cash proceeds, the donation amount is smaller and as a result, so is their tax write off. hundreds of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency donated to nonprofits To learn more about cryptocurrency fundraising and how your nonprofit can accept cryptocurrency donations, visit — a start-up of composed of cryptocurrency early adopters and change-makers. The Giving Block #2 Marketing and Awareness Accepting cryptocurrency donations is just as much of a marketing opportunity as it is a fundraising tool. Cryptocurrency donations create viral content in ways traditional donations do not. This may come as a surprise, but there are an estimated 50 million cryptocurrency users worldwide and the number is growing. When (the popular stock trading app for millennials) began offering cryptocurrency trading, they onboarded millions of new users and even had a wait list because of the overwhelming demand. Major cryptocurrency exchanges continue to add tens of thousands of users each day. Robinhood One way nonprofits have engaged the cryptocurrency community is through The Giving Block’s . Selected crypto-friendly nonprofits, like and the , receive $10,000+ of free ads every month in the Brave Browser. Think of this as the equivalent of , but for a more tech-savvy audience. Brave Ad Grants Program Code to Inspire Human Rights Foundation Google Ad Grants #3 Millennials showed that 18% of millennials own Bitcoin. from eToro showed that 43% of millennials trust cryptocurrency exchanges more than stock exchanges. Already, the term “bitcoin” is searched more often on Google than Kim Kardashian or Justin Bieber. As the cryptocurrency investing trend grows, so too will grow the cryptocurrency donation trend. A recent study Another survey #4 Stablecoins In addition to Bitcoin and Ethereum, nonprofits are using “stablecoins” to minimize volatility. are a new class of cryptocurrencies which attempt to offer price stability by having them pegged to a cryptocurrency, , or to exchange-traded commodities (such as precious metals or industrial metals). This gives users many of the benefits of digital currency without price fluctuations. Stablecoins fiat money #5 Transparency The very nature of major public , like Bitcoin and Ethereum, is their transparency. Cryptocurrencies are the most transparent way of exchanging value ever created. Even the FBI and DEA have said they wish more criminals would use cryptocurrencies because they are so much easier to track. Anyone can view the entire Bitcoin or Ethereum blockchain back to the very first Bitcoin or Ethereum transaction blockchains Conclusion Cryptocurrency donations are becoming increasingly common. Donors who own cryptocurrencies are quickly shifting their support to nonprofits who offer the ability to donate their cryptocurrency directly. As we saw with credit card adoption, with each uptick in the size of the user base, more nonprofits are entertaining the notion of fundraising cryptocurrencies. Like artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, cryptocurrency has quickly become one of the top innovative technologies that give nonprofits a competitive advantage. Closing Remarks Charities not renowned for their tech-savvy, and barriers to entry for blockchain and cryptocurrency currently high. Charity trustees also tend to have low appetite for risk, and these may be perceived as untested technologies. One of the most important things i`m want you to recognize in your journey to accept cryptocurrency donations is that you’re not alone. Charities should aim to own the technology before it owns them! About The Giving Block equips nonprofits to fundraise cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, providing education, training, and a technical solution. For nonprofits who choose to go the extra mile, they advise on crypto fundraising strategies, and pair nonprofits up with partner crypto organizations, elevating fundraising and awareness outcomes. Ultimately, they help nonprofits build a crypto fundraising program, and a brand in the cryptocurrency industry. The Giving Block Interested in learning more about cryptocurrency or want to begin accepting cryptocurrency donations? or . Visit website reach out via email About The Nonprofit Tech for Good focuses on providing valuable, easy-to-understand information, news, and resources related to nonprofit technology, online communication, and mobile and social fundraising. Nonprofit Tech for Good related article to . Read more about what the future might bring. See also “Cryptocurrency and Philanthropy” And always remember! 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