El Paso Giving Day Raises Over $7 Million
The 11th annual fundraising campaign successfully secured millions to support 309 local nonprofits.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Philanthropy
Live Poll
Do you believe corporate matching programs are essential for the success of local fundraising campaigns?
The 11th annual El Paso Giving Day raised a total of $7,276,340 for regional organizations. This year's campaign drew 13,167 individual donations to support 309 participating local nonprofits.
Why it matters
Corporate matching contributions played a significant role in the campaign's success by amplifying individual gifts. The event provides a centralized platform to drive substantial financial support to El Paso charitable organizations.
The campaign secured $7,276,340 through 13,167 total donations for 309 nonprofits. Meta provided $2.3 million in matching funds, while the Marathon Petroleum Corporation and the Shiloff Family Foundation contributed an additional $537,000.
The players
Meta
Meta is a global technology conglomerate that provides social media platforms and invested $2.3 million in matching funds for the campaign.
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation is a leading energy company that contributed financial matching funds to the El Paso nonprofit sector.
Shiloff Family Foundation
The Shiloff Family Foundation is a philanthropic organization that provided matching support for the El Paso Giving Day initiative.
The details
The funds were collected during a coordinated campaign that leverages corporate partnerships to increase the impact of each donation. This community-wide effort has expanded its reach since its inception to include hundreds of local entities.
Timeline
El Paso Giving Day first started in 2016.
The 11th annual event took place on October 15, 2026.
Market Landscape
El Paso Giving Day aligns with the national trend of community-based fundraising models that leverage localized digital platforms. This approach allows smaller regional nonprofits to pool resources and capture corporate matching funds that are typically inaccessible through independent efforts.
The record-breaking fundraising total ensures that 309 local nonprofits have increased resources to deliver services in El Paso. Residents and donors can expect these organizations to maintain or expand their operational capacity throughout the coming year.
The takeaway
The success of this year's drive demonstrates the effectiveness of combining small-dollar contributions with large corporate matches. Community donors can maximize their impact by participating during these dedicated windows when their money is eligible for matching multipliers.
Further reading
For more information on community initiatives, visit El Paso Philanthropy.
Live Poll
Do you believe corporate matching programs are essential for the success of local fundraising campaigns?
