#GivingTuesday is a global movement to encourage acts of kindness that make our communities stronger. If you’re looking for a place to give this year, here are five organizations you can donate to:
- Crossnore Communities | Help the organization reach its final 15% in its The Promise of Home campaign — part of the funding will go toward renovating the Winston-Salem campus.
- Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity | The organization provides resources to reduce health disparities in underserved populations.
- The AFAS Group (Art For Art’s Sake) | Support keeps art programs free to the public and allows the nonprofit to offer student scholarships and artist mentoring.
- H.O.P.E. of Winston-Salem | Donations go toward fresh fruits and vegetables for families struggling with food insecurity.
- City with Dwellings | Gifts go toward providing housing assistance, advocacy, and access to resources for people who are chronically homeless.
While you’re in the giving spirit, here are some tips on giving from Central Carolina Community Foundation:
- Plan ahead | Budget how much money you’d like to give. Any amount can make a difference.
- Do your research | Donate to a cause you care about by using the search tools listed above.
- Keep good records | If you’re deducting your donations, the IRS requires a tax-deductible receipt for gifts over $250 issued by the organization.
- Think outside the box | There are other ways to give besides cash. Consider bequests, gifts-in-kind, securities, trusts, or pledging to volunteer.
- Give local | There’s no better way to spread the love than by gifting your time + money back into the community.
