Tech Crunch star John Constine last week took the prize in the Tech the Halls contest, beating out Kunur Patel and Sam Biddle. $10K was donated to us on his behalf — thanks, John! You rock.

And marketing mastermind Young & Rubicam chose us as one of three charities to support this year in their season’s outreach to clients, some of whom have also supported us directly through a custom donation page.

While we are honored by our many corporate donors throughout the year, it is especially delightful to work with those who make the donation a learning process and a discussion with their own communities. A very constructionist way to give. Happy holidays!