Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Shelby-Utica

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

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

1. Oakland Community Health Network — The Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN) provides vital public mental health services to those in need, with the goal of improving their health and quality of life, as well as fostering engagement in their community. They lead a provider service network that assists thousands of citizens at over three hundred service sites across the county. People who receive public mental health services through OCHN's provider network include those who have an intellectual or developmental disability, mental health challenge or substance use disorder. Learn more at https://www.oaklandchn.org/.
2. Lakepointe Church Food Pantry — The Lakepointe Church Food Pantry helps families in need with 5-7 days of food. They offer food on a walk-in basis on our Distribution Days, which are every first Wednesday, every second Saturday and every third Wednesday of the month. Learn more at https://lakepointechurch.org/food-pantry/.
3. Macomb Habitat For Humanity — Macomb County Habitat for Humanity brings the community together to help families build strength, stability and independence through affordable home ownership. They build homes alongside future homeowners to provide a solid foundation for better and healthier futures. Learn more at https://macombhabitat.org/.
4. Angels of Hope — Angels of Hope’s mission is to provide critical support to Michigan families directly impacted by cancer. They help ease the burden caused by the disease, its treatment and its devastating effects – both financial and emotional. Learn more at https://www.angelsofhope.org/.
5. Michigan Music Association —The Michigan Music Association provides music students across the state with an outlet for their artistic talent, while helping them gain experience and confidence in developing their musical abilities. They also provide performance opportunities through its music competitions which are held throughout Michigan. Learn more at https://michiganmusicassociation.org/.

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

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