Giving Back In Evansville: Local Causes To Support This Season

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 Evansville area. Please keep in mind, this is by no means an exhaustive list — 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.

Another Chance For Animals

Through its network of foster homes and volunteers, Another Chance For Animals helps save homeless animals throughout Evansville and Vanderburgh. Animal lovers who want to get involved can volunteer at adoption events, or apply to become a foster pet parent.
Learn more: acaevansville.com

Evansville-Area Trails Coalition

The Evansville-Area Trails Coalition’s goal is to improve and increase access to multi-use trails in the community, contributing toward a healthy and economically sound future. The coalition relies in part on donations to advocate for, and help establish, fully-connected trails throughout Evansville.
Learn more: walkbikeevv.org

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley

The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ohio Valley provides a home away from home for families of hospitalized children. The Ronald McDonald House Washington, located on the Ascension St. Vincent campus in Evansville, has 10 bedrooms, three kitchens and even a sensory playroom.
Learn more: rmhcohiovalley.org

United Caring Services

United Caring Services, an Evansville-based homeless shelter and services agency, provides various emergency and short-term care programs for those in need. Donations of money, groceries and cleaning supplies are accepted; those who wish to volunteer can apply online or call for more information on available opportunities.
Learn more: unitedcaringservices.org

Youth First Inc.

Youth First Inc. strives to build a healthier Indiana through prevention education and programming. This Evansville-based organization offers a range of programs and services, including in schools and throughout the community, to improve outcomes for youth and families.
Learn more: youthfirstinc.org

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