Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Basking Ridge

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

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

1. Heartworks — Dedicated to supporting people experiencing chronic illness, surprise injuries, grief or natural disasters, Heartworks provides a variety of groups for attendees to find support and fellowship. In addition, this organization hosts a monthly VFW meeting for veterans. Learn more at njheartworks.org/.
2. Mr. Local History Project — Based in the Somerset Hills area, this volunteer organization creates educational programs that showcase New Jersey’s history. Their outreach programs include a Local History Ambassador project with local elementary schools in addition to a free, quarterly digital magazine. Learn more at mrlocalhistory.org/.
3. Holiday Hope — Focused on spreading the joy of the holiday season with children, Holiday Hope provides wrapped Christmas gifts to local families in need. Holiday Hope matches donors with children to provide a gift the child wants, a gift the child needs and an educational gift. Learn more at holidayhopechildren.org/.
4. Somerset Regional Animal Shelter — With over 1,000 animal intakes each year, the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter matches animals with adoptive families. In addition, this organization provides affordable spay and neuter services and behavior modification programs for animals. Learn more at srasnj.org/.
5. Greater Somerset County YMCA — With a variety of programs, activities and athletics, the Greater Somerset County YMCA is working to promote health and well-being for a stronger community. Programs and events at the YMCA include group exercise classes, family movie nights and a summer camp. Learn more at gscymca.org/.

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

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