Bonus Pool
The Bonus Pool boosts every donation made during Give DeKalb County—online or by mail—making gifts go even further. Key benefits:
- Encourages giving by letting donors know their contributions are boosted.
- Provides unrestricted funding to all participating nonprofits.
- Applies to all donations, regardless of size or method—learn more about Ways to Give.
Nonprofits receive a share of the Bonus Pool based on the percentage of total dollars they raise. No single organization can receive more than 7% of the total Bonus Pool in a given year.
It is a powerful way to amplify generosity and impact across DeKalb County!
FAQs
Q. How is the Bonus Pool distributed?
The Bonus Pool is awarded to all participating nonprofits based on the percentage of the overall Give DeKalb County total they raise. For example: If a nonprofit raises 2% of our Grand Total, they receive 2% of the Bonus Pool. If they raise 5% of the Grand Total, they get 5% of the Bonus Pool. No single organization may receive more than 7% of the total Bonus Pool in a given year.
Q. Who has given to the Bonus Pool and how are they recognized?
Give DeKalb County Community Partners contribute to the Bonus Pool. Those who donate $250 or more are recognized on the Give DeKalb County homepage. Additional recognition may include print media, social media, e-newsletters, and group acknowledgements. Recognition depends on the timing of the gift and may vary.
Q. Who is allowed to give to the Bonus Pool?
Anyone can donate to the Bonus Pool. Businesses, foundations, and individuals make generous contributions to the Bonus Pool to broadly support ALL participating nonprofits. Donors can also give a little extra online during the 24-hour giving day by adding a Bonus Pool donation at checkout!
Q. How can I contribute to the Bonus Pool?
Contact Ben Bingle (ben@dekalbccf.org or 815-748-5383) to make a donation to the Bonus Pool.