Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Mahwah

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

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

1. Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic — The Boys & Girls club seeks to inspire and enable all young people, especially those most in need, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. They offer a safe and wholesome after-school environment for kids ages 5 through 18 to have fun and learn each day. They also offer summer camps and a comprehensive array of other high-quality educational, social, and recreational programs. Learn more at https://bgcppnj.org/.
2. The Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative — The Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative delivers free, high-quality healthcare to Bergen County’s working uninsured, helping them live healthy and productive lives. Their dedicated team of volunteer healthcare professionals helps keep patients out of the emergency room by providing care in their clinic, via telehealth, by phone consultation and through sick visits. Learn more at https://www.bvmi.org/.
3. Center for Food Action New Jersey — The Center for Food Action seeks to prevent hunger and homelessness and improve the lives of individuals and families living in poverty. They provide emergency services to northern New Jersey’s poorest and most vulnerable residents, including food, housing, utilities and heating assistance. They also offer counseling and advocacy services to low-income individuals and families. Learn more at https://www.cfanj.org/.
4. Pony Power Therapies — Pony Power Therapies gives special needs and at-risk children and adults a unique opportunity to ride, care for and interact with horses. Their riding and non-riding activities enhance the physical, social and emotional well-being of those with a broad spectrum of developmental, physical and emotional disabilities. Learn more at https://www.ponypowernj.org/.
5. Diabetes Foundation, Inc. — The Diabetes Foundation aims to improve the health and wellness of individuals living with or at risk of diabetes through equitable, accessible, compassionate and high-quality care. The Foundation offers guidance, education, support groups and financial assistance to those affected by diabetes so they can live healthier lifestyles and avoid complications from diabetes. Learn more at https://diabetesfoundationinc.org/.

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

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