In 2007, the first Gifts That Give Hope fair was launched in Mechanicsburg, PA.  It was hosted by The Ladies’ Half, a women’s giving circle, and raised over $20,000 to help 15 local non-profit organizations. 

In 2008, two additional gift fairs were launched in Lancaster, PA, and Fairfax, VA.  The three fairs collectively raised over $56,000, helping 79 local, national, and international non-profit organizations.

In 2009, the three fairs raised over $40,000, helping 83 local, national, and international non-profit organizations. Also in 2009, the non-profit, GiftsThatGiveHope.org was formed to promote this unique concept of giving. We hope you will consider hosting a fair in your community!

Since 2007, Gifts That Give Hope fairs have raised a grand total of over $116,000. With the addition of more fairs, awareness of needs and contributions to non-profits addressing those needs will increase to make a positive difference in various communities across the country.