Modern tools, online platforms, and foundation management services — such as the Givinga Foundation — have made it easier and more affordable than ever to formalize your giving through a process known as fiscal sponsorship.

Fiscal sponsorship provides a pathway to grow your philanthropy quickly and efficiently. It’s a structure that enables individuals to design, launch, and operate a charitable fund under the umbrella of an existing 501(c)(3) nonprofit, providing the benefits of a foundation without the burdens of creating a new charity from scratch. 

As the Giving Season approaches, October provides a great opportunity to explore key causes and charities. This month hosts Indigenous People’s Day, LGBTQ+ History Month, Mental Health Awareness Week, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

As summer comes to an end and fall begins, September causes are a great start to exploring giving opportunities and prepping for the giving season. There are three significant causes to support this month, Suicide Prevention Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and International Day of Peace.

With summer beginning to wind down, August has three key opportunities to learn more about giving: International Youth Day, World Humanitarian Day, and Women’s Equality Day. International Youth Day takes place on the 13th and aims to bring awareness and support to children facing societal, cultural, and legal issues.