It’s a date . . . it’s an area code . . . it’s a day for giving to local nonprofits. If your inbox did not explode this morning with suggestions, we have a few for you:
The Rhode Island Community Food Bank will put your donation to good use; rising food costs have hit struggling families hard. Dorcas International is another organization with a stellar record and years of experience.
We can all rest a little more easily with Common Cause RI keeping an eye on things. This year they are focusing on their education fund.
We can’t let WaterFire go out. They have lost significant corporate sponsorship in recent years and it’s time for us to step up.
Attention Men: Make a big big donation to Planned Parenthood of Southern New England. It will put you in good with the women in your life. It’s the least you can do. (The Providence Health Center is run by PPSNE)
Conservation and environmental stewardship are central to the mission at the Roger Williams Park Zoo. We need to maintain this wonderful educational institution.
Help make our state safer from gun violence — donate to the Rhode Island Gun Violence Education Fund.
And we all need music: Community MusicWorks has moved into its new community music center on Westminster Street. This years donors can double their impact: A generous donor is matching, dollar-for-dollar, all donations received up to $10,000. And for those leaning more towards the punk/rock/metal scene there’s RIOTRI (formerly Girls Rock RI).
Feel good by doing good.
Go to 401 Gives for more information.
Go to Charity Navigator to check the rating of your chosen organization. You want your money to help those in need, not pay for executive retreats.