A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is an excellent opportunity to involve you and your family in a long-term charitable giving plan. You can establish a DAF with a charitable sponsor by signing an agreement and making a contribution to the fund. Charitable fund sponsors include community foundations as well as the charitable arms of for-profit financial […]
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Helpful Information for Your IRA Gift Legal Name: Spotivity Gateway Foundation Inc.Gift Designation: Micro Grant SupportMailing Address: 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 1212 #34, Chicago, IL 60654 Making a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) A QCD from your IRA, also known as the IRA charitable rollover, can: You May Contribute a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) If:
Gifts of Appreciated Securities Gifts of appreciated securities – stocks, bonds, and mutual fund shares that have been held for at least one year and have increased in value – can be a tax-efficient way to donate and receive a charitable income tax deduction. 📥 Download the PDF for More Details Steps to Initiate Your
An easy way to double your contribution to SGFoundation is through employee giving programs. Many corporations match employee donations (or the tax-deductible component of your membership). Thank you for checking to see if your company offers these programs. We hope you will take a minute to see if your company offers an employee matching gift
An honor or memorial gift is a meaningful way to pay tribute to someone you admire. Gifts can be made to SGFoundation to honor friends and family members on special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, and other memorable events. Gifts in memory of loved ones who were touched by SGFoundation can help us continue
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The fulfillment of SGFoundation’s mission to support underserved teens in accessing meaningful activities is made possible through the partnerships of: The investment from these important funders provides essential support for the direct monetary disbursements we provide to successful teen applicants. Join the Micro Grant Plan If your foundation would like to engage in the Micro
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Research consistently shows that teens engaged in afterschool activities of their choice demonstrate better academic and social outcomes. For instance, students who participate in extracurricular activities have a 21% higher GPA on average than those who do not. The autonomy in selecting these activities drives intrinsic motivation, which translates to greater commitment and perseverance.
Self-directed engagement is also linked to increased resilience and emotional well-being. Teens participating in arts, sports, or STEM clubs report higher levels of self-esteem and problem-solving skills. Qualitative studies highlight how personal passion projects instill a sense of purpose and identity, which are crucial during the adolescent years.
The absence of structured afterschool involvement is strongly correlated with negative behavioral and academic outcomes. Teens without such activities are 30% more likely to engage in risky behaviors, including substance abuse and truancy. Additionally, they are at a higher risk of experiencing social isolation, which exacerbates mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression.
For underserved teens, systemic barriers such as lack of access to affordable programs and transportation worsen the issue. Data from community-level studies reveal that low-income youth without engagement opportunities are 24% more likely to drop out of school than their peers.
