Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colbys Impact a nonprofit organization? Yes, our attorney filled the paperwork to be a nonprofit organization with the IRS. We don’t have our tax exempt as of right now as it is pending however, once the IRS approves the paperwork this will be retroactive to the date that the IRS received the paperwork.
What are Colbys Impact Foundation goals? Our goals are to inspire individuals to pay it forward which in turn will create a ripple effect that empowers these individuals and communities to thrive. Promoting random acts of kindness and encouraging other individuals to spread positivity can create a more supportive and positive environment for everyone. Encourage individuals to donate, volunteer, or engage in other acts of kindness that ultimately benefit others in need. Show kindness and generosity to everyone you meet. As individuals we are all are fighting a battle that some hide better than others.
Tell me about your logo, what does it mean or represent? The 4-leaf clover; growing up if you found one it was always said it was good luck. Inside the each of the leaves of the 4-leaf clover there is a Celtic knot. Colby loved the Boston Celtics basketball team so I had to fit Celtic in there logo somewhere, and Colby was an amazing basketball player himself and could throw a 3-point shot like nobody else. The Celtic knot inside the leaves of the 4-leaf clover are trinity knots. The reason I picked the trinity knot is because Colby was a Christian as he even carried his bible in his red, green and black bookbag wherever he went and the Christian meaning for the trinity knot means Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This logo would make Colby proud.
Are they any type of memberships available? We have corporate donor levels which are gold, silver and bronze. We have individual membership levels which are gold, silver, bronze.
How do you like to stay in touch with your donors? We will have a quarterly monthly newsletter that will go out to all our donors (Corporate and individuals). We plan to have a monthly quick update email that goes out to anyone that signs up for the “Join our mailing list” that will be on our website. We don’t want to bombard our donors with emails or text messages, so we will explain this when a corporate or monthly individual signs up. We may change this as time goes on and do a monthly email instead of a monthly newsletter.
Can I recommend a cause or project for Colbys Impact to support? Absolutely! We value community engagement and welcome suggestions for causes and projects that align with our mission. You can send any recommendations to us under our contact us page and provide us relevant details and explaining how the cause or projects creates a positive impact.
How does Colbys Impact select the causes and projects it supports? We consider potential causes and projects in terms of their alignment with our goals and their ability to bring about significant change. We take into account aspects such as the need’s urgency, the impact on persons and communities, and the practicality of implementation.
Where do the goods donated to Colbys Impact go to? All resources donated to Colbys Impact Foundation go directly toward supporting our initiatives. Such as the events we go to or distribute to the less fortunate. We use the resources donated in the events we announce throughout the year.
How can I get involved with Colbys Impact? Do you have committees or volunteer groups? There are several ways to get involved with Colbys Impact. You can volunteer your time and skills, donate funds or resources, participate in our events and campaigns, or spread the word about our mission on social media. Please go to our Contact Us page and fill that out with a details on what you are interested in doing and we would love to have you help assist in our goals and mission.
What are some ways to pay it forward every day without costing money? **You can always hand them a Colbys Act of Random Kindness Card before or after.. Letting someone go in front of you in line Donating used blankets to an animal shelter Asking for Charitable donations instead of gifts for your birthday Helping someone with a task Writing a handwritten note to someone who made a difference in your life Giving away items for FREE on Facebook Marketplace that you no longer need Encouraging someone who needs it with a few words Leaving coupons next to corresponding products in the grocery store Cleaning up your local beach or public area Let someone who only has a few items go in front of you Running an errand for a busy loved one Email or write to a former teacher who made a difference in your life Say hi to the person in the elevator Volunteering your time Donating blood Compliment a stranger Taking pictures for a stranger Participate in fundraising events within your community
What are some ways to pay it forward that don’t cost a lot of money daily? **You can always hand them a Colbys Act of Random Kindness Card before or after. Paying for a stranger’s coffee or meal Donating socks that have the slip resistant things on the bottom to nursing homes Leaving a bigger tip than usual for a waiter or waitress with a nice note Leaving extra quarters at the laundromat Pay for the persons meal behind you in the drive thru Leave a toy in a shopping car with the paid receipt attached. Collect your change in a jar, once its full take it to a local park where lots of kids are and scatter it all around and let them pick it up and have it. Tell someone they dropped a dollar (even though they didn’t) then give them a dollar. Donate new towels to nursing home Surprise a neighbor with fresh baked cookies Leave a gas gift card at the gas pump Take dog or cat food to a local animal shelter Take flowers or a box of assorted snacks to a nurse’s station at your local hospital Leave a box of goodies in your mailbox for your mail carrier