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Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Phoenixville

This holiday season, consider donating and volunteering locally to make a positive impact in our community.

This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to local organizations that give back right at home.
This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to local organizations that give back right at home. (Shutterstock)

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

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

  1. Good Samaritan Services — With a focus on people experiencing homelessness and poverty, Good Samaritan Services provides support to people in need. This organization offers programs for housing assistance and counseling to support people as they move into stability. Learn more at goodsamservices.org/.
  2. Phoenixville Area Senior Center — Dedicated to supporting aging adults, this organization offers daily group meals and a variety of activities to help older adults stay engaged with each other and the community. In addition, the Phoenixville Area Senior Center offers guidance on Medicare, tax preparation and assistance with navigating local service providers. Learn more at phoenixvilleseniorcenter.org/.
  3. The Community Coalition — This coalition consists of five member organizations that have agreed to raise funds together in order to increase the impact of their work. The Community Coalition’s member organizations serve the Phoenixville area by promoting the arts, supporting young people and more. A donation to the Community Coalition supports each member organization and their work in the community. Learn more at thecommunitycoalition.org/.
  4. Phoenixville Community Education Foundation — By raising funds for the Phoenixville Area School District, the Phoenixville Community Education Foundation aims to enrich students’ educational experiences. This organization raises funds for the Model United Nations, the physics team, literacy programs and more. Learn more at www.pcefonline.com/.
  5. Phoenixville Area Community Services — Since 1972, this organization has been supporting people through difficult circumstances by providing emergency food assistance. Phoenixville Area Community Services partners with several local organizations to provide fresh produce as well as non-perishable food items. In addition, they provide referrals for people in need of rent or utility assistance. Learn more at www.pacsphx.org/.

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

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