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Giving Back In Idaho Falls: Local Causes To Support This Season

Celebrate Giving Tuesday all season long by donating, volunteering and spreading the word about these amazing local organizations.

Giving Tuesday encourages community engagement after Thanksgiving, and this list highlights local organizations, causes and businesses, offering a starting point for year-round involvement.
Giving Tuesday encourages community engagement after Thanksgiving, and this list highlights local organizations, causes and businesses, offering a starting point for year-round involvement. (Shutterstock)

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages people to give back to their communities, typically through charitable donations, volunteer work or acts of kindness. It takes place annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the U.S., right after Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While it's celebrated widely, the real impact happens when we do good right at home by supporting local businesses, causes and organizations working to uplift our own communities.

We've rounded up a list of some great organizations, causes and initiatives in the Idaho Falls area. Please keep in mind, this is by no means an exhaustive list β€” just a starting point for discovering amazing local opportunities to give back, not only on Giving Tuesday but year-round! Be sure to contact each organization directly to find out about their hours or the best ways you can contribute.


Habitat for Humanity Idaho Falls Area

Habitat for Humanity Idaho Falls Area builds and improves affordable housing to help families achieve stability and self-reliance. With nearly 30 years of service, the organization works to break the cycle of poverty and ensure more people have access to a safe and decent place to live.
Learn more: idahofallshabitat.org

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Eastern Idaho Down Syndrome Family Connect

Run entirely by volunteers, the Eastern Idaho Down Syndrome Foundation fosters connections between individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the local community. The nonprofit organizes events, provides resources and promotes inclusion in schools, businesses and community spaces across Eastern Idaho.
Learn more: easternidahodownsyndrome.org


Idaho Falls Arts Council

The Idaho Falls Arts Council (IFAC) enriches Eastern Idaho by promoting arts and culture through performances, exhibitions and community events. IFAC engages over 77,000 people annually, fostering creativity and cultural connection for all ages.
Learn more: idahofallsarts.org

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Bonneville Youth Developmental Council

The Bonneville Youth Development Council (BYDC) supports youth in Bonneville County through programs that build resilience and leadership skills, aiming to reduce teen suicide and substance abuse. Collaborating with local partners, BYDC fosters a positive and inclusive community to promote healthy choices and prevent substance use.
Learn more: bydc.org


Development Workshop

Development Workshop, Inc. (DWI) empowers individuals with disabilities and disadvantages to achieve greater economic and social independence. Through employment opportunities in manufacturing and custodial services across the Idaho Falls area, DWI promotes inclusion and offers products and services to private industries and government agencies.
Learn more: dwinc.org


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