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Best Veteran Charities & Nonprofits You Can Help Support

Best Veteran Charities & Nonprofits You Can Help Support

Veterans’ need for support goes beyond one day of acknowledgment a year. You can help bridge the gap by finding small things to do each day that make a big impact.  The good news is there are a number of amazing veteran charities dedicated to supporting veterans every day. For example, some organizations help veterans […]

18 Domestic Violence Nonprofit Organizations You Can Support

18 Domestic Violence Nonprofit Organizations You Can Support

Home should be a place of love, support, and sanctuary. Yet an estimated 10 million people experience domestic violence every year.  Domestic violence is defined as abuse by a family member or intimate partner. This abuse may be emotional, physical, sexual, or financial. It might take lesser-known forms like legal harassment or reproductive coercion. It […]

10 Human Rights Nonprofits To Support Today

10 Human Rights Nonprofits To Support Today

As human beings, we have certain rights simply because we exist. The United Nations defines these rights as “inherent to all, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status.” They include the most fundamental right to life and the rights to work, education, food, health, and freedom from enslavement and torture. […]

13 Nonprofits to Support Civil Rights Organizations

13 Nonprofits to Support Civil Rights Organizations

In America, despite the Constitution guaranteeing equal social opportunities and protections under the law, many people are denied these rights based on their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, and socio-economic status. Civil rights organizations are central to our democracy. They fight against discrimination and injustices, uplift marginalized populations, and promote fair and equal treatment for all. […]

Best Autism Charities to Support Right Now

Best Autism Charities to Support Right Now

In April, there is a month-long push to educate, spread awareness, raise money for new resources, and uplift the autism community. This year, autism charities and leading disability organizations nationwide are officially shifting their references of “Autism Awareness Month” to “Autism Acceptance Month” to reflect the growing need for change, inclusivity, and empowerment for those […]

7 Women’s Rights Organizations to Support Today

7 Women’s Rights Organizations to Support Today

March is Women’s History Month, and International Women’s Day is observed on March 8 every year as well. These annual celebrations highlight the achievements of women socially, economically, culturally, and politically — in the United States and around the globe. This year’s Women’s Day theme asks us to recognize our shared responsibility for making a […]

6 Christmas Charities to Support this Holiday Season

6 Christmas Charities to Support this Holiday Season

The holiday season looks a little different this year. If anything, the challenging year we’ve had shows just how important it is to find ways to support our family, friends, and communities.  While we keep up with public health guidelines to plan safe ways to stay in touch with loved ones, we’re also thinking about […]

8 Native American Charities to Support Today

8 Native American Charities to Support Today

There are varied ways anyone can honor Native American Heritage Month. You can read about the history of indigenous peoples — their self-governance, cultural traditions, agricultural practices they originated and other inventions — and explore how to advocate for their continued rights to land and other resources, voting, and more.  One excellent way to celebrate […]

13 Anti-Bullying Nonprofits to Support Right Now

13 Anti-Bullying Nonprofits to Support Right Now

Rumors. Vicious online comments. Pushing, shoving, name-calling. For 1 out of 5 children in America—especially LGBTQ+, ethnically diverse, and differently abled  kids—these things are as commonplace as math tests and soccer practice. Worse still, bullied kids are almost 3 times more likely to attempt suicide than their peers. And while bullying affects students in significantly […]

7 Voting Rights Organizations You Can Help Today

7 Voting Rights Organizations You Can Help Today

Your vote isn’t the only one that matters—your neighbor’s vote matters, too.  And your family’s, friend’s, co-worker’s, teacher’s, nurse’s, gas station attendant’s, and that one weird guy you know. Yeah, that guy. His vote matters too. The problem is that voting or registering to vote can be a challenge for millions of people.  Some don’t […]

12 Breast Cancer Charities to Support Today

12 Breast Cancer Charities to Support Today

Now more than ever, we understand that breast cancer is a human issue. The millions of women in America who have encountered it can attest to that: women from every community, background, culture, ethnicity, educational status, income level, sexual orientation, ability and age.  These women have shared the fight with men and non-binary patients too—and […]

7 Nonprofits to Support Now for Hispanic Heritage Month

7 Nonprofits to Support Now for Hispanic Heritage Month

There are countless ways any American can commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month: reading about Hispanic American history—everything from their political wins to their scientific achievements (meet Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman in space!)—enjoying Latino art, learning how to help them with your vote, or just participating in conversations with Latinos in your community. One […]

6 Leukemia Charities To Support Today

6 Leukemia Charities To Support Today

This year, tens of thousands of Americans will be diagnosed with a blood cancer—most commonly leukemia. This type of cancer, which originates in bone marrow (the spongy tissue at the core of our bones) doesn’t discriminate. It affects people of all ages, including children, teenagers, and young adults. It sounds terrifying, but get this: Around […]

7 Childhood Cancer Charities to Donate to Today

7 Childhood Cancer Charities to Donate to Today

Cancer sucks. Childhood shouldn’t.  For parents, caregivers, siblings, and medical teams alike, protecting a child’s spirit in the face of a childhood cancer diagnosis is a challenging, often heart-wrenching art—perhaps as challenging as finding a cure for cancer itself is. Not to mention the financial strain a childhood cancer diagnosis can place on a family… […]

13 Homeless Charities You Can Support Today

13 Homeless Charities You Can Support Today

It’s hard to accept, but most of us are just one tragedy away from losing everything. Homeless Americans’ stories are incredibly varied: no two are alike, and there’s most certainly at least one story you can relate to.  The thing about homelessness that many people don’t grasp is that it’s incredibly hard to escape: for […]

Best Animal Charities to Donate to Today

Best Animal Charities to Donate to Today

Imagine a world in which you’re unable to communicate with those who pull the strings. Your life depends entirely upon the actions or non-actions of others, but you have no say in the outcome. You have very little control over when you eat, when you breed, when you’re subjected to painful testing for the benefit […]

Best Literacy Nonprofits to Support

Best Literacy Nonprofits to Support

Reading and writing are essential to self-expression, creativity, and reaching your life goals. However, across the U.S., many people are illiterate or lack access to books. This year, give the gift of words. We have found the best ways to support literacy with the following Literacy Nonprofit Organizations. Table of Contents Literacy Nonprofits 1. Word […]

13 Charities Fighting Hunger

13 Charities Fighting Hunger

Today, 690 million people—perhaps even someone you know personally—will battle concentration issues, mental illness, and increased risk of life-threatening, preventable health problems. They’ll fight to succeed in school, advance in their careers, or realize their full potential.  All because they’re hungry. Likewise, today hundreds of hunger charities across the nation will feed food-insecure people and […]

15 Education Nonprofits to Support Today

15 Education Nonprofits to Support Today

In the United States, children in low-income neighborhoods are regularly denied access to the same high-quality education tools their peers right across town are afforded.  Meanwhile, thousands of teachers rely on public assistance to afford food or healthcare due to being underpaid or forced to purchase their own school supplies and classroom furniture.  Go overseas, […]

National Nonprofit Day: 13 Ways to Make a Difference

National Nonprofit Day: 13 Ways to Make a Difference

Every day, millions of nonprofit staff and volunteers wake up early and stay up late for a larger cause, dedicated to contributing to a greater good. On August 17, National Nonprofit Day allows us to recognize charitable organizations’ impact on our local and worldwide communities. The day also celebrates the contributions of people who donate […]

22 Nonprofits to Support National Parks and Recreation

22 Nonprofits to Support National Parks and Recreation

Our national parks are about more than just protecting wildlife and the environment, or giving neighborhood kids a place to play. From the awe-inspiring vastness of Yellowstone to your local community swing set, parks not only help mitigate the effects of climate change, they play a major role in protecting public health, too, which ultimately […]

18 LGBTQ Organizations to Donate to for Pride Month

18 LGBTQ Organizations to Donate to for Pride Month

In the early morning hours of June 28, 1969, police raided a gay bar at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. But patrons of the bar and neighboring citizens fought back, rioting and protesting for six days. Today, many remember the “Stonewall Riots” as the catalyst for the American gay rights movement. Just one […]

Nonprofits Supporting Black Lives Matter

Nonprofits Supporting Black Lives Matter

For decades, Black people and people of color (PoC) in America have been the victims of unresolved, systemic racism, reflected especially in the repeated, unjustified loss of Black lives at the hands of racially-motivated violence, unlawful use of police force, unequal access to healthcare, and more.  But Americans are rising up. In addition to protesting […]

13 Nonprofits to Support Mental Health Organizations

13 Nonprofits to Support Mental Health Organizations

Sharing resources, raising awareness, and developing tools to support mental health benefits everyone. As Mental Health America notes, “while 1 in 5 people will experience a mental illness during their lifetime, everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health.”  We’ve been sharing one such challenge around the globe. The pandemic has shown […]

National Volunteer Month: Support These 12 Nonprofits

National Volunteer Month: Support These 12 Nonprofits

National Volunteer Month is dedicated to recognizing and honoring all the generous contributions volunteers make to worthy causes. Millions of nonprofits and charitable organizations rely on these volunteers who selflessly donate their time and talents. Now it’s time to say thank you to all the volunteers who make a positive impact throughout the year. It’s […]

9 Nonprofits Supporting COVID-19 Relief that You Can Donate to Now

9 Nonprofits Supporting COVID-19 Relief that You Can Donate to Now

At the time of this writing, COVID-19 has now become a global pandemic, and thousands of nonprofits are working hard searching for solutions. That’s why our team has put together this list of nonprofits that support COVID-19 relief and research. Some of these nonprofits are even working on a community level which may be impacting […]

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What is It, Why Wear Pink & How to Support

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What is It, Why Wear Pink & How to Support

One woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every two minutes. One in eight women in the U.S. will have invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. Each year, about 40,000 American women die from the disease. With breast cancer stats like these, it’s no wonder we dedicate an entire month to shine a light on the […]

Best Environmental Organizations & Nonprofits (2021 List)

Best Environmental Organizations & Nonprofits (2021 List)

Earth Day dates back to 1970, where 22 million Americans participated, and today, it’s observed in 175 countries. It’s a time to celebrate the environment and educate ourselves on the issues that threaten the planet’s wellbeing. On this day of global recognition, some people choose to volunteer while others dive deep into recycling. You can […]

How to Celebrate International Women’s Day 2021

How to Celebrate International Women’s Day 2021

International Women’s Day is a day of remembrance and action. In honor of it, we’re giving you some ideas for how you can celebrate and support it, not just today but every day. But first, let’s answer some of your questions: New York City suffrage and labor activist Flora Dodge “Fola” La Follette (center), social […]

Giving Tuesday: What You Need to Know

Giving Tuesday: What You Need to Know

For many, the holidays can be a reflective time for giving thanks for all we have in our lives; our family, our friends, the food on our table, and the beauty of our planet. It’s also a time to think about how to help those who are less fortunate. However, 1 in 8 Americans has […]