The BitGive Foundation is an American

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that solicits

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donations for use in

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causes.

Background

BitGive was established by Connie Gallippi in 2013. The organization was the first

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and

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technology nonprofit. The organization has received 501(c)(3) tax exempt status from the United States Internal Revenue Service. BitGive was founded with the goal of strengthening philanthropic impact globally by using cryptocurrency to make the process faster and more secure. On GiveTrack, nonprofits can post projects and donors can contribute funds. Contributions can be made in bitcoin or in dollars. The platform also gives donors financial reporting and project results in real time. In 2017–2018, BitGive received $1 million from the Pineapple Fund, a philanthropic endeavor by an anonymous donor known only as “Pine,” who sought to donate “the majority of heirbitcoins to charitable causes.”

Partnerships

BitGive has worked with numerous nonprofits globally, including

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, and The Water Project.

Leadership

Connie Gallippi is one of the first female founders in the cryptocurrency space. In recognition of her work, Gallippi has been recognized on several lists of notable women in cryptocurrency from various publications, including Glamour,

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, and the FinTech Times, among others. She currently serves on the board of directors for the Sierra Business Council. Gallippi holds a BS in Natural Resource Management from

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. BitGive's board of directors is composed of notable figures from the blockchain and cryptocurrency space: Rumi Morales (Board President), Sandra Ro (Board Treasurer), Matthew Roszak, Dawn Newton, Paul Lamb, and Justin Steffen. Emeritus board members include: Patrick Murck, Stephen Pair, and Alyse Killeen.

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