The holidays are a great time of year to be thankful for the things you have and to help those less fortunate. Donating or volunteering is an excellent way to give back to those in need and bring them some holiday cheer. If you are feeling generous this holiday season, here are 10 ways you can make a difference in Westchester County, NY.
1. Participate in #Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving on Tuesday, November 29th. To find a list of local organizations, charities, events and more in Westchester visit their website and learn more in this video.
2. Everyone deserves a delicious Thanksgiving or holiday meal. Help the Food Bank for Westchester this holiday season by pledging to feed families. Your support can help feed 1,000 families with a holiday meal. You can get others involved and really make a difference. Find out more on their website.
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3. The United Way of Westchester and Putnam Counties is holding a children's book drive as part of their United2Read initiative now through December 9th. Drop off books starting December 5th at the United Way office, 336 Central Park Avenue, White Plains NY 10606. Additional details can be found here.
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4. The Child Care Council is running a Holiday Toy Drive November 1st through December 19th. Click here to shop online and have items sent directly to The Child Care Council. Or drop off a gift at the Child Care Council of Westchester office, 313 Central Park Avenue, Scarsdale, NY 10583. All collections will be donated to Toys for Tots.
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5. Toys for Tots Westchester is collecting unwrapped gifts at 157 drop off locations throughout Westchester County. If you prefer to donate online, you can do so at the Toys for Tots Foundation website.
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6. Donate to the Salvation Army of Greater New York. You can take part in their Red Box campaign and provide "Christmas in a box" to families in need. You can also volunteer to provide holiday meals, participate in theirAngel Tree Program or give online.
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7. Have fun with the Junior League! Each local chapter is hosting a holiday fundraiser. The Junior League of Bronxville is hosting a Ladies' Night Out: Bingo & Boutique Friendraiser on November 17th. The Junior League of Central Westchester will be holding a holiday boutique November 18th in Scarsdale. The Junior League of Northern Westchester is hosting a Blitz Day on November 19th. The Junior League of Westchester-on-Hudson is hosting a Holiday Boutique December 2nd through 4th at Lyndhurst in Tarrytown. The Junior League on the Sound is holding a Raise a Glass for Cheer and Charity event on December 8th in Larchmont.
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8.Lifting Up Westchester offers a variety of ways for the community to spread holiday cheer and lift the spirits of Westchester’s men, women and children in need. Holiday Lift activities will include distributing warm coats and winter clothing, providing 2,000 holiday meals from the LUW soup kitchen, filling and distributing 500 holiday food bags, and wrapping and delivering hundreds of holiday gifts. You can also make a monetary donation. Visit their website for more information.
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9. Donate used American Girl Dolls to GirlAGain, a local non-profit organization dedicated to developing job skills for young women with autism. They accept donations of good condition American Girl brand (and Pleasant Company) dolls, doll clothing, furniture, accessories and books. Bring or mail to GirlAGain, 4 Martine Ave, White Plains, NY 10606. For more information visit their website.
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10. Family Services of Westchester offers different opportunities to get involved. Donate gently used children’s clothing to The Sharing Shelf, who will ensure they are given to local families in need. Big Brothers Big Sisters in Westchester accepts donations and is seeking volunteers to mentor children in one-to-one relationships.
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To learn more about other non profit organizations that assist families in Westchester visit our Give Back page. Wishing everyone a happy and warm holiday season!
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