Spur Local, formerly Catalogue for Philanthropy

Inspired to get involved and give back? Visit spurlocal.org to get started! 🫶 Search small, local nonprofits by issue area, location, communities served, and more. 🫶 Find volunteer opportunities and upcoming nonprofit events. 🫶 Learn more about the capacity building resources we offer small nonprofit professionals.

👋 Hello from the Spur Local team! We wanted to re-introduce ourselves now that you're calling us by a new name. Since 2003, Spur Local—formerly known as the Catalogue for Philanthropy—has connected thousands of DMV residents with the hundreds of small, community-based nonprofits in their neighborhoods. Beyond raising their visibility, we have also become the region’s largest capacity builder for small nonprofits, training 20,000+ nonprofit participants since 2020. Over the past two decades, our team has seen grassroots organizations nimbly addressing the needs of local communities by working with them to make a real difference. We are excited to continue amplifying and sustaining their work long-term! Join us by visiting spurlocal.org to get started.

The Catalogue for Philanthropy is thrilled to announce that it is rebranding as Spur Local! This marks the beginning of a new chapter in our organization’s 20-year history of supporting critical nonprofits that work to strengthen the Greater Washington region. Learn more about us and our new brand at spurlocal.org. #SpurLocal

If you're a DC nonprofit considering doing voter education for your audience, we encourage you to attend our webinar next week! Ranked choice voting is coming to DC elections this year, and we're partnering with @rankthedistrict to share more. Next Wednesday, May 20, from 3-4pm, learn the best way to explain Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) from the voter's perspective, see a detailed explanation of how the Board of Elections counts votes, practice explaining it and answering questions about it, and learn more about how campaigns will run under this new system. Sign up at bit.ly/SLrcv26!

From "snowcrete" on the sidewalk to compost bins in the neighborhood, local officials influence the city's budget and legislative decisions that impact our everyday lives! If you're a DC resident, mark your calendars: ✏ Register to vote or update your registration by May 26 ✏ Early voting runs from June 8-14 (you can still register!) ✏ Election Day is on June 16

Congratulations to our All-Day Prize Winners! In 1st Place: @studioactingconservatory and @luckydoganimalrescue . In 2nd Place: @farmsharemd and @freemindsbookclub . View all our #GiveGreaterDC winners at GiveGreaterDC.org/Prizes!

Our team's secret favorite part of a campaign like #GiveGreaterDC? This honor roll 💞 For our rivers and animals, for our mothers and children and families, for our nurses, for our volunteers, for the work and mission and hope, and most importantly, for the people in our lives... Whether you gave $5 or $50, thank you. Every dollar makes a meaningful difference. GiveGreaterDC.org

👏Give cheers to our final two Power Hour winners of the day, @studioactingconservatory and @farmsharemd ! With 1,000+ donors and counting, we are showing up for our nonprofit neighbors! You can still give to an organization at GiveGreaterDC.org before midnight and help your top causes win an extra $1,000 or $500 All-Day prize. Visit GiveGreaterDC.org/Prizes to learn more! Special thanks to iF for sponsoring the 7-8pm Power Hour. 💖

"I started fostering for @luckydoganimalrescue because my dog was lonely at home, but Lucky Dog has quickly consumed my life in the very best way!" Emily Ritter, a foster and volunteer with Lucky Dog, now volunteers at adoption events almost every weekend. She handles dogs to give them a chance at meeting adopters. She also fosters cats and dogs, providing them a safe place to stay before they get adopted. "When I first started volunteering, I had no idea the impact Lucky Dog would have on my life," Emily said. "The Lucky Dog community welcomed me with open arms, and I have made so many friends. I have learned about myself, and this experience has shaped me as a person. Not only have I helped save more than 25 lives, but through my volunteer work, I have also adopted one dog and two cats who bring me joy every single day. I am so thankful for Lucky Dog for not only giving me the chance to expand my own fur family but for creating space for me to improve countless lives—both two- and four-legged." Support Lucky Dog this #GiveGreaterDC by visiting GiveGreaterDC.org! Photo by Emily Ritter. Additional photos by Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

If you care about our local environment, here are 4 nonprofits you can support this #GiveGreaterDC: 1. @chesapeakeclc 2. @commongoodcityfarm 3. @dceff_org 4. Prince William Conservation Alliance GiveGreaterDC.org

A longtime supporter of @cb_empowergirls , Theresa Testoni consistently gives her time, talent, and resources to ensure that young women in grades 4-12 have what they need to thrive academically, personally, and emotionally. She is deeply motivated by their mission to empower girls to become confident, engaged students and strong, compassionate leaders in their communities. One of Theresa's most meaningful contributions has been helping to establish and strengthen a partnership with the Rainbow Community Development Center. This partnership has supported the ongoing distribution of nutritious food and healthy snacks for girls and their families—an essential resource that strengthens well-being and removes barriers to learning. Since 2020, this effort has contributed to the distribution of millions of pounds of food to the Community Bridges community. Additionally, Theresa played a key role in helping to secure a 15-passenger van, expanding the organization's ability to safely transport students to programs, college visits, and leadership opportunities. She also helps coordinate the Adopt-a-Family holiday program, ensuring that families experience joy, dignity, and support during the holiday season, and the Blazers for Her initiative, which collects professional attire so that girls are prepared and confident for workforce opportunities. "Theresa's impact goes far beyond any single program," said Shannon Babe-Thomas, Executive Director of Community Bridges. "She is a connector, problem-solver, and tireless advocate who continually expands the network of people invested in [our] mission. Her work helps strengthen the entire ecosystem of support around the girls and families [we] serve." Theresa's commitment reflects the heart of Community Bridges: when a community comes together around its young people with intention and care, meaningful and lasting change is possible. Support Community Bridges this #GiveGreaterDC by visiting GiveGreaterDC.org! Photo taken by Shannon Babe-Thomas. Additional photos by Community Bridges

Congratulations to our first two Power Hour winners, @luckydoganimalrescue and @communityforklift ! Our next Power Hour begins at 3pm. Over 500+ donors have raised more than $80,000 for local nonprofits 🎉Visit GiveGreaterDC.org now to find a cause you support! Special thanks to Ulos Group for sponsoring our 9-10am prize.