Giving Tuesday 2023: 4 Ways To Give Back In New City

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

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

1. Habitat for Humanity of Rockland County — Rockland Habitat is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building and improving homes, communities and hope for individuals and families. They focus on providing shelter, advocating for affordable housing and promoting dignity and hope. Through partnerships with volunteers and homeowners, they offer affordable mortgage opportunities, helping families achieve greater stability and independence while adhering to a non-proselytizing policy. Learn more at habitatrockland.org.
2. Center For Safety & Change — The Center for Safety & Change provides critical services to victims of gender-based violence and other crimes while working towards social change and justice. Committed to being client-centered and advocating for systemic transformation, their vision is to create a world where everyone experiences respect, dignity, equity and safety in all aspects of life. Learn more at centerforsafetyandchange.org.
3. Jawonio — Jawonio’s mission is to support children, adults and families in the Mid Hudson region who have intellectual/developmental disabilities, behavioral health challenges and chronic medical needs. Jawonio is committed to promoting independence, honesty, integrity, compassion, respect, a positive attitude and inclusion in all of its activities and services to help individuals reach their fullest potential. Learn more at jawonio.org.
4. CANDLE Rockland — CANDLE Rockland was founded in 1982 with a mission to prevent substance abuse and violence among youth. The organization provides prevention education, resistance strategies and support programs for young people at risk, aiming to improve the overall health and community climate in schools and communities. Learn more at candlerockland.org.

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

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