Why Monthly Giving Makes the Biggest Difference

When it comes to supporting a cause you care about, every donation matters — but there’s something uniquely powerful about monthly giving. For nonprofits like ours working to address homelessness and expand access to non-traditional education, monthly gifts don’t just help us plan ahead — they change what’s possible.

Here’s why becoming a monthly donor is one of the most impactful ways you can make a difference:

1. Monthly Giving Builds Stability — Just Like We Aim to Do

Our mission is about creating stability; whether that’s helping someone secure safe housing, guiding them through a GED program, or connecting them with job training opportunities. But to offer consistent support, we need consistent support too.

Monthly donations provide a predictable source of funding. That means we can plan programs in advance, expand our reach, and respond quickly to emerging needs; without waiting for one-time gifts or seasonal campaigns. It’s steady support that creates steady change.

2. Small Monthly Gifts Add Up to Big Impact

You don’t have to give a lot to make a lasting difference. In fact, most of our monthly donors contribute between $10 and $30 a month and together, their support fuels some of our most vital services.

• $10/month can provide meals and transportation for someone attending a job skills class.

• $25/month can supply books and materials for adult literacy or GED programs.

• $50/month can help us secure safe temporary housing for individuals in crisis.

Your monthly gift might feel small to you, but for someone on the path from homelessness to independence, it can mean everything.

3. It’s a Sustainable Way to Create Lasting Change

Solving complex issues like homelessness and access to education doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time and consistent investment to break the cycle and build lasting solutions.

Monthly giving allows us to focus less on fundraising and more on what matters most: delivering life-changing programs, mentoring participants, expanding partnerships, and advocating for systemic change. It keeps our mission moving forward all year long.

4. It Keeps You Connected to the Impact You’re Creating

As a monthly donor, you’re not just writing a check — you’re joining a community of people committed to making change. You’ll receive regular updates, success stories, and behind-the-scenes looks at how your support is transforming lives.

It’s a way to stay connected, inspired, and proud of the difference you’re making— month after month.

Change Starts With You

Monthly giving serves as an impactful tool for GWYUL. It provides essential stability, fosters strong relationships, encourages innovation, enhances community impact, and promotes a culture of giving. Monthly giving mirrors that journey — step by step, month by month, building a future where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to thrive through education.

Join our monthly giving community today. Your consistent support is the foundation that helps us change lives — not just today, but every day.