Amherst Madison's A Giving Circle Exceeds $100,000 Goal for Five Local Nonprofits in Boise, Idaho

BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Amherst Madison Real Estate held their first ever A Giving Circle Gala charity event on December 7, 2018 and surpassed their lofty $100,000 benchmark. A Giving Circle raised $112,500, a majority of which came during the event, for five local nonprofits in Boise, Idaho.

The five local nonprofits were presented their mission to a live audience at the gala. The audience then voted for their favorite charity. Funds were presented to each organization that night. A Giving Circle ensures all nonprofit attendees leave with a donation and all of them have ample opportunity to represent their cause to attendees. 

Awarded Nonprofits
Wyakin Foundation received a donation of $39,375: Preparing men and women who have served our country for fulfilling post-military careers. More information found here: https://wyakin.org

Boise's Got Faith received a donation of $28,125: Raising awareness and funds for families fighting cancer. More information found here: http://boisesgotfaith.org

Feed the Gap received a donation of $16,875: Providing research and programs to end child hunger in Idaho. More information found here: http://feedthegap.org

Boise Rescue Mission received a donation of $14,062: Transforming the lives of homeless men, women and, children in the community. More information found here: https://boiserm.org

Dress for Success received a donation of $14,062: Providing professional clothing and support for women from various women's programs. More information found here: https://boisevalley.dressforsuccess.org

"It was an incredible privilege to be part of the Giving Circle event," said Brent Taylor of Waykin Foundation. "The Amherst Madison team didn't just talk about making a difference in our community ? they backed it up by providing us the opportunity to open some eyes to the important work that we do, and to come away with an incredibly generous donation that will have a lasting impact on the lives of the veterans we serve."

Amherst Madison is proud to recognize the companies and individuals that stepped up as premier sponsors for the event.

HouseCheck was recognized as our Title Sponsor
Rooney Mae Couture was recognized as our Silent Auction Sponsor
Leaning Tree Naturals was recognized as our Awards Sponsor

Next year's event is scheduled to be held during October 2019. To learn more about A Giving Circle, find out how to be a part of next year's event, or nominate a local Treasure Valley nonprofit, please visit AGivingCircle.org

Contact Information
Kirk Bell
(208) 391-2391
AmherstLegacy.com   
[email protected]

SOURCE Amherst Madison Real Estate