Fundraising Highlights Q4 2023

February 1, 2024

Party for the Parks:  Miami Vice

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Fall Campaign: Planting the Seeds for a Better Charleston

Key Takeaways:

• Fall campaign revenue up 16%; number of donors up 40% from 2022
• Number of donors up across nearly all gift sizes
• 26% of donors were first time donors to the Conservancy
• $1,500 raised in one day for Cut Flower Program expansion through successful Giving Tuesday campaign

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Grants & Corporate Support Awarded: 

Thank you to the companies and corporate partners who pledged to support the Conservancy in the 4th quarter.   Your financial support allows us to continue to fulfill our mission.  If your organization’s values align with the Conservancy’s mission, please contact us to discuss partnership options.

• $20,000: Dominion Energy in support of Teddy Bear Picnic
• $16,000: Dominion Energy in support of Charleston Trees
• $10,000: HDR Young Professionals Grant in support of adding Vego Beds to Medway Community Garden
• $5,000: 2023 Northern Lowcountry Regional Grant in support of our Horticulture Fellowship Program
• $5,000: Publix in support of Light the Lake
• $5,000: Publix Super Markets Charities in support of Grow it Forward: Thanksgiving
• $4,000: Employees Community Fund of Boeing in support of Parks & Gardens for All
• $1,500: Network Distribution Solutions in support of a workday at Medway Community Garden
• $1,400 Greystar in support of adding irrigation for the cut flower donation program
• $1,000 SC Ports Authority Grant in support of Corrine Jones Park renovation
• $250 Dance Conservatory of Charleston in support of Summer Ice Cream Socials