Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Palo Alto

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

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

1. Alta Housing — This organization aims to provide affordable housing and supportive services to low-income individuals and families in Palo Alto. They work on developing, owning and managing high-quality affordable housing with the goal of fostering community and improving lives. Learn more at altahousing.org.
2. Palo Alto Partners in Education — Palo Alto Partners in Education is a nonprofit foundation that supports all Palo Alto Unified School District schools by raising funds to provide enrichment and support programs that the district's budget does not cover. They fund various initiatives, including smaller class sizes, counseling support and academic programs. Learn more at papie.org.
3. Ecumenical Hunger Program — Ecumenical Hunger Program is a local nonprofit that provides food, clothing, household essentials and support services to individuals and families in need in East Palo Alto, Menlo Park and Palo Alto. They offer assistance to help people overcome poverty and crisis. Learn more at ehpcares.org.
4. Pets In Need — This animal welfare organization provides low-cost veterinary services, adoption programs and community education to help homeless and at-risk animals in Palo Alto and surrounding areas. Pets In Need aims to create a community where no pet is at risk of unnecessary euthanasia. Learn more at petsinneed.org.
5. Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford — The hospital serves children and expectant mothers in Palo Alto and the broader Bay Area. Donations help support patient care, research and family services, ensuring the best possible medical care for young patients. Learn more at supportlpch.org.

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

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