Giving back on Giving Tuesday: 14 organizations that will inspire you this giving season

‍The X Fund is a woman’s giving circle that addresses the needs of women and girls in Los Angeles. The Fund makes annual grants to organizations that enable women, girls, and gender expansive individuals to reach their potential, strive for economic justice, and live free of discrimination and violence. Donate.

‍‍VoteRunLead trains barrier-breaking women to run for office and win, reaching over 55,000 women across America, and unleashing the political power of women as voters, candidates, and leaders to create and sustain an equitable democracy. Donate or learn more about their expert curated resources to run your campaign and win. VoteRunLead is also a grantee partner of The Ascend Fund, a collaborative fund powered by Panorama.  Donate.

‍Every Woman's Place provides comprehensive services to individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking and stalking in Muskegon County, Michigan, including shelter, counseling, and advocacy. Donate, volunteer or intern.

‍Riverside Language Program provides services and support to recently arrived immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugee adults in New York City to help them successfully integrate into life in the U.S. Donate, volunteer, or learn more about their community resources, news and events.

‍Heartfelt Tidbits supports refugees and recent immigrants in Southwestern Ohio by building community, facilitating integration, and promoting self-sufficiency through innovative education, cultural, and employment-enhancing programming. Donate money or in-kind donations, or volunteer.

‍Project HOPE works on the front lines of the world’s most urgent health challenges, partnering with communities, health care workers, and public health systems to ensure sustainable change. In the aftermath of the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on February 6, 2023, Project HOPE’s Emergency Response Team worked quickly to distribute shelter containers, hygiene kits, and medical supplies. Donate or volunteer.

‍The Maui Strong Fund, hosted by the Hawai’i Community Foundation,  provides financial resources to support recovery needs for the people and places affected by the devastating August 2023 Maui wildfires. Donate or learn more about their four-phase approach to disaster response.

‍High Atlas Foundation is committed to furthering sustainable development and supporting community-designed initiatives that ensure long-term well-being  for Moroccans. In the wake of the 6.8-magnittude earthquake that struck southwest of Marrakech, High Atlas Foundation procured, transported, and distributed materials to 271 villages in 60 municipalities, providing 7,346 families with 286 tons of supplies. Donate or read their blog.

Charities Aid Foundation America is a global grantmaking organization that streamlines the grantmaking process to eliminate risk and administrative burden. They enable donors to support the causes they care about by assisting them in making strategic, effective, and tax-advantaged grants internationally and domestically. Donate or read their stories of impact.

California Community Foundation is committed to leading positive systemic change that strengthens Los Angeles communities. At the heart of their work is a belief that all people deserve the opportunity to fulfill their potential, contribute to society, and have their voices heard. Donate or learn more about their community-driven, systems change approach to grantmaking.  

Mid-South Peace & Justice Center is a multi-issue, multi-race organization whose mission is to engage, organize, and mobilize communities in Memphis, TN to realize social justice through nonviolent action. They work to educate and train new community leaders to lead campaigns for racial, economic, environmental, and social justice. Donate or become a member.

Justice and Safety Alliance is a coalition of organizations working to build Memphis and Shelby County into a model of justice and safety. The alliance supports healing for crime survivors and accountability for those who have caused harm, while demonstrating a public and community health approach to address and prevent incidents of violence and harm. Donate or join the coalition.

Magen David Adom (MDA) is a national nonprofit that provides emergency medical, disaster, ambulance, and blood bank services in Israel. MDA has activated all 1,400 ambulances, as well as its medicycles and helicopters to respond to emergencies since the October 7th attack by Hamas. Donations help buy ambulances, medical equipment, and protective gear for emergency workers as they respond to emergency calls across Israel. Donate or learn more about MDA’s work during the ongoing crisis.  

Anera works on the ground with partners in Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), Lebanon, and Jordan to mobilize resources for immediate emergency relief and for sustainable, long-term health, education, and economic development. Anera is providing meals, hygiene kits, and medical services to families in Gaza that have been displaced by the Israel-Hamas war. Donate or learn more about their work in Gaza.