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It’s Not Too Late to Submit: How Last Year's Winner Amanda Made It Count
With the Leave Your Mark Contest deadline approaching on September 13th, it is easy to assume you don't have enough time to put together a solid...
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How to Write a Strong Leave Your Mark Grant Essay or Create a Memorable Video Submission
Applying for the Leave Your Mark Grant is more than completing an application. It's an opportunity to share the story behind your mission. Whether...
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Leave Your Mark 2026 is here: Your Story Could Make a Global Impact
Whether you are repeating for your first mission trip, leading a nonprofit organization, or serving your local community, your story has the power to...
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Answered Prayers in Haiti — Mission of Hope’s Leave Your Mark Story
For Mission of Hope (a 2024 Leave Your Mark Grant Winner), serving in Haiti means addressing some of the toughest challenges: hunger, unrest, and...
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More Than Funding: Why Every Mission Needs Protection
Traveling to make a difference is rewarding, but it’s rarely predictable. From sudden illness abroad, to political unrest, to canceled flights and...
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The Power of Thank You
Yesterday millions of dollars were donated to nonprofits across the world. Today, let’s remember the power that is contained within two simple words:...
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Perfect Promotion Techniques for GivingTuesday
Whether this is your first GivingTuesday or you’ve been involved for several years, the special day presents a powerful opportunity to connect your...
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Once Upon a Fundraiser
Stories influence our emotions and actions. If told effectively, they find their way to our hearts and heads in a way that very few other methods of...