Seasonal & Holidays

Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Mid Hudson Valley

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 Mid Hudson Valley area, there’s no shortage of organizations nearby that could greatly benefit from your support.

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


  1. Dutchess Outreach — Dutchess Outreach is committed to addressing hunger and poverty in Dutchess County. They provide food assistance, emergency shelter and other essential services to individuals and families in need. Learn more at dutchessoutreach.org.
  2. Hudson Valley SPCA — The Hudson Valley SPCA is dedicated to rescuing and caring for animals in the region. They work to find loving homes for animals, provide veterinary care and promote responsible pet ownership. Learn more at hudsonvalleyspca.com.
  3. Food Bank of the Hudson Valley — This organization collects, stores and distributes food to local food pantries, shelters and soup kitchens throughout the Hudson Valley. They help combat hunger in the community. Learn more at foodbankofhudsonvalley.org.
  4. Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum — This museum offers educational and interactive experiences for children and families in the Mid Hudson Valley. They promote learning through play and exploration. Learn more at mhdm.org.
  5. Sparrow’s Nest — Sparrow's Nest provides free meals to the families of caregivers diagnosed with cancer in the region. They aim to reduce the stress of meal preparation during difficult times. Learn more at sparrowsnestcharity.org.

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

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