Feature: Matt Gayer, Executive Director of Spur Local
Join us for this Spotlight Session from our ORG Action Campaign featuring Matt Gay, Executive Director of Spur Local.
In this conversation, Matt shares how Spur Local serves as a “community catalyst,” strengthening small nonprofits across the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region. From closing the information gap for grassroots organizations to building trust-based philanthropy and investing in capacity-building, Spur Local is redefining what it means to give, and grow, locally.
Learn how their innovative programs, including the Grassroots Accelerator Program, support hundreds of nonprofits that often operate without fundraising or marketing staff, and why shifting donor mindsets beyond the “overhead myth” is critical to long-term community impact.
Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, donor, volunteer, or community advocate, this session offers practical insights on building stronger, more connected local ecosystems.
If you’re interested in learning more about this amazing .ORG check out https://pir.org/for-orgs/org-in-action/spur-local-strengthening-washingtons-communities-through-small-nonprofits/