Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In New Milford

Giving Tuesday is a global initiative that brings people together to harness the potential of collective generosity. Fortunately for folks in the New Milford area, there’s no shortage of organizations nearby that could greatly benefit from your support.

Here are five outstanding organizations in the New Milford area. Please consider volunteering or donating to them for Giving Tuesday and beyond.

1. New Milford Food Bank — The New Milford Food Bank aims to alleviate hunger and provide food assistance to individuals and families in need within the community. They rely on donations of non-perishable food items and monetary contributions to carry out their mission. Learn more at https://www.newmilford.org/.
2. Animal Welfare Society — This organization is dedicated to the well-being of animals in the New Milford area. They provide shelter, veterinary services and adoption opportunities for homeless or neglected pets. They work towards finding loving homes for stray or abandoned pets and provide resources for responsible pet ownership. Learn more at https://www.aws-shelter.org/.
3. Camella’s Cupboard — Camella's Cupboard welcomes non-perishable food items such as canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal and shelf-stable pantry staples. Monetary contributions are also accepted and can help support their mission to assist individuals and families facing food insecurity. Learn more at https://www.camellascupboard.com/.
4. New Milford Historical Society and Museum — This charity works to preserve the history and cultural heritage of New Milford, CT. It houses a diverse collection of artifacts, documents and exhibits that chronicle the development of New Milford from its early days to the present. Donations support the maintenance of historical sites, collection preservation and educational programs for the community. Learn more at https://www.nmhistorical.org/.
5. Goodwill New Milford Store and Donation Location — This nonprofit organization is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals through education, training and employment services. It operates as a thrift store where gently used items such as clothing, furniture, household goods and electronics are sold at affordable prices. The proceeds from these sales support various programs aimed at helping individuals find meaningful work and achieve self-sufficiency. Learn more at https://www.gwct.org/.

Do you know of another volunteer organization in New Milford that should be recognized? Let us know about it in the comments!

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