The Make a Difference Reward Card (and its predecessor \u201cThe BOGO Book\u201d) was first introduced to the Binghamton, N.Y. community in 2012 with the sole purpose of benefiting the local Humane Society.\u00a0\u00a0Founding Partner Catherine Cornelius served on the Board of Directors of the organization and participated in the numerous events, dinners, sales and many other fundraising activities that were very rewarding experiences.<\/p>\n
After much energy, time and \u2013 well, downright begging business owners and donors – she realized there had to be an easier way to generate a greater amount of funds with less exertion.<\/p>\n
She designed and implemented this fundraising avenue with the end result of $23,000 raised in a 6-month period of time for The Humane Society.\u00a0Other organizations soon wanted to participate as well and so a rewarding business was born from a passion to give back to the community just as the community has given to those in need.<\/p>\n
When you purchase a card, become a merchant or join as a benefiting charity, everyone benefits including your community, neighbors and yourself. You are as much a receiver of rewards as those you have given an opportunity to receive.\u00a0 The power is in your hands to make a difference!<\/p>\n
They are now extending this invitation to you! Here are benefits to you: Great deals at your favorite businesses, purchasing a card supports local charities, get local daily deals sent to your inbox, and support local businesses and your community.<\/p>\n
Corporate sponsors are M&T Bank, Realty USA and \u00a0Serafini Nissan.<\/p>\n
If everyone spent $100 each year shopping at local businesses \u2013 they could put $3,000,000 back into the local community. Support your local merchants and not for profits by purchasing this card for $20 with savings daily throughout the year.<\/p>\n