860 Gives: 48-Hour Fundraiser for Hartford Nonprofits

0:00It's March 26, I'm Cory with the story. This is Hartford News today, driven by AI. The United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is kicking off a 48-hour online fundraiser called 860 Gives. It will support more than 100 nonprofits across 56 communities and the greater Hartford area. The campaign runs from 6 a.m. Tuesday, March 31, through 6 a.m., Thursday, April 2. Owners can contribute directly to their favorite organizations via an easy online platform. A live leaderboard will show topgivers and sparks some friendly rivalry among the groups. This setup helps build excitement and boost participation through social media shares and team efforts. Organizers expected to raise flexible, unrestricted funds, so nonprofits can tackle urgent community needs like essential services. Making donations and prizes from sponsors add extra incentives for everyone involved. Head to the 860, give site to jump in, and make a difference right away.