Seasonal & Holidays

Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Inver Grove Heights

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 Inver Grove Heights area, there’s no shortage of organizations nearby that could greatly benefit from your support.

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


  1. Neighborhood House — Neighborhood House provides a wide range of support services to individuals and families in need. They offer educational programs and employment iniativies, as well as providing assistance with basic needs to help strengthen the community. Learn more at https://www.neighb.org/.
  2. The Salvation Army - Inver Grove Heights Corps — The Salvation Army provides vital social service programs to the community, including food assistance, shelter and emergency financial aid. They provide support and hope to individuals and families facing hardship. Learn more at https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/twin-cities/igh.
  3. Dodge Nature Center — Dodge Nature Center is dedicated to environmental education and conservation. They offer educational programs and opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with and appreciate nature. Learn more at https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/.
  4. DARTS — DARTS is an organization that provides services and support to older adults and their families. They focus on enabling seniors to live independently and with dignity. Learn more at https://www.darts1.org/.
  5. Open Door Food Pantry — Open Door Food Pantry strives to alleviate hunger in the Inver Grove community. They facilitate drop-in food pickups and other means of support to individuals and families in need. Learn more at https://opendoorpantry.org/.

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

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