New Fundraiser To Benefit Lorain County Nonprofits

ELYRIA, OH — The 2nd Annual Connect to a Cause will launch Sept. 16.

The 12-hour crowdfunding campaign will rally community support for 65 Lorain County nonprofits. This year's fundraising goal is $250,000. The event is organized by the Community Foundation of Lorain County.

“Lorain County nonprofits serve some of our most vulnerable neighbors as our community continues to navigate the COVID-19 crisis and all the challenges that has come with it,” said Cynthia H. Andrews, president, and CEO of the Community Foundation. “We asked our community to give generously last year, and they answered the call. I have no doubt that this year, with 65 participating organizations, there is a cause that matters to every person in our community, that we will meet our goal.”

For this year's event, a new feature will provide a $42,000 prorated match for all 65 participating nonprofits. The Connect to a Business Champions unites more than 20 companies. Their fundraiser, called Connect to the Business Champion Fundraiser, will be held Aug. 19 through Aug. 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with 20 percent of sales benefiting the nonprofits.

Last year's Connect to a Cause raised nearly $150,000 for 56 Lorain County nonprofits.

To see a list of this year's participating organizations, visit the Community Foundation of Lorain County's website.