Last week I heard about a new movement for a global day of giving called Giving Tuesday. Piggy-backing on the success of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday uses the power of social media to kick off the charitable season. You can check out the Giving Tuesday website to find charities and organizations in your community. I hope you all join in the movement this year and give! Every little bit counts. If you do give back, make sure to share it on social media using the hashtag #givingtuesday so we can spread awareness of this awesome cause!
Here are a few organizations and charities that we love:
Our House
Our House is an amazing shelter here in Atlanta for children and families.
“At Our House, we are game changers. We offer children and families experiencing homelessness the tools, support, and education they need to thrive. By tackling homelessness at its source, we help the generation experiencing homelessness today, and break the cycle for those most likely to
experience it tomorrow.”
Donate to Our House by clicking here.
Moms Demand Action
I know this will be a touchy subject for some, but I’m sharing it here anyway. Each time I hear of a deadly shooting at a school, instead of just posting something on social media offering up my thoughts and prayers, or getting into an argument with someone about gun control, I click on this website to donate money. Moms Demand Action is an organization that’s fighting for public safety measures that can protect people and children from violence.
“Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America is a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence. Moms Demand Action campaigns for new and stronger solutions to lax gun laws and loopholes that jeopardize the safety of our families. Moms Demand Action has established a chapter in every state of the country and, along with Mayors Against Illegal Guns, Students Demand Action and the Everytown Survivor Network, it is part of Everytown for Gun Safety, the largest gun violence prevention organization in the country with more than 5 million supporters and more than 350,000 donors.”
Click here to donate to Moms Demand Action
MedShare
MedShare is an organization that collects and delivers extra unused medical supplies and equipment to communities all over the world. My small group volunteered at their warehouse a few years ago and we were blown away by the organization and the work they’re doing.
“MedShare is a humanitarian aid organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people, communities and our planet by sourcing and directly delivering surplus medical supplies and equipment to communities in need around the world. MedShare helps increase health system capacity and drives sustainability by providing biomedical equipment training and service to healthcare organizations and medical professionals serving populations in need. MedShare’s deliveries of vital medical supplies and equipment have decreased our nation’s carbon footprint and brought health, healing and the promise of better lives to 100 countries and countless patients.”
Donate to MedShare by clicking here.
My Sister’s House
atlantamission.org/my-sister-s-house/
My Sister’s House is an overnight shelter for women and children here in Atlanta.
“Located in Atlanta, Georgia, My Sister’s House is an overnight homeless shelter that accommodates both women and children. Any woman or mother experiencing homelessness in or around the Atlanta area has help available to them at My Sister’s House. At any given time, My Sister’s House can provide shelter for up to 264 guests. However, My Sister’s House provides more than just a safe place to sleep at night. My Sister’s House also works to meet some of the other immediate needs of those who stay here. The caring and compassionate staff address those needs by offering counseling and child care services as well as referrals for health and legal care. Our staff also helps the residents find transitional housing and job training.”
Donate to My Sister’s House by clicking here.
Friends of Refugees
Friends of Refugees in an organization located in Clarkston, GA that helps refugees in the community with opportunities for education, employment, and well-being.
“Friends of Refugees is a non-profit organization whose mission is “to empower refugees through opportunities that provide for their well-being, education, and employment.” Our ten programs help New Americans seize opportunities while bringing them into relationships that will help them flourish.”
Donate to Friends of Refugees by clicking here.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
I’ve been so blessed with healthy children, but there are so many families out there that have children who are sick and need extra care.
“At Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, our doctors, nurses, and staff are specially trained to care for children under the age of 21. From colorful, friendly waiting rooms to equipment that fits patients of all sizes, every detail is designed specifically for kids.”
Donate to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta by clicking here.
Atlanta Humane Society
Who wouldn’t want to help sweet dogs and cats who don’t have anyone to love them?
“Atlanta Humane Society serves about 30,000 animals each year, and places approximately 9,000 dogs and cats into forever homes. AHS is committed to finding homes for all adoptable pets. We do not euthanize adoptable animals, and there are no time limits for the animals once they are in our care. We are proud to be a part of the solution to ending pet homelessness and overpopulation in the southeastern United States.”
Donate to the Atlanta Humane Society by clicking here.
