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Here in the Midlands, there are over 500 nonprofit organizations working hard to make a positive impact on our community and most rely on the support of donors to continue operating. Take a look at just a few of these amazing nonprofits to get in the giving spirit this holiday season!
Columbia Museum of Art
Mission: To spark powerful connections through art in an environment that is welcoming to all.
How to Support:
- Become a volunteer
- Gift a membership to the art enthusiast in your life
- Make a donation
- Sponsor an exhibition or event
Congaree Riverkeeper
Mission: To protect and improve water quality, wildlife habitat, and recreation on local rivers through advocacy, education, and enforcement of environmental laws.
How to Support:
- Sign up for a river cleanup
- Join their e-newsletter to stay up-to-date opportunities
- Make a donation
EdVenture Children’s Museum
Mission: To inspire children, youth, and the adults who care about them to experience the joy of learning.
How to Support:
- Donate new or like-new books to help provide them to children in underserved areas
- Volunteer at the Book Bank
- Give a financial gift
Katrina’s Kids
Mission: To give resources to foster children and children living in group homes to help them build confidence, strengthen character, and learn valuable skills.
How to Support:
- Make a donation
- Sponsor an event
PAALS
Mission: To empower individuals with disabilities by training service animals and providing animal-assisted educational, therapeutic, and recreational activities.
How to Support:
- Become a weekend foster for puppies and dogs
- Make a Puppy Name donation to honor or memorialize a pet or family member
- Donate an item from their Wish List
Serve & Connect
Mission: To heal relationships between police and communities in order to work together towards shared goals.
How to Support:
- Volunteer as a Serve & Connect Ambassador
- Make a donation
- Visit their website to subscribe to their newsletter and stay updated
Sistercare
Mission: To empower and support survivors of domestic violence and their children by providing trauma-informed services, advocacy, and to promote prevention of domestic violence.
How to Support:
- Make a financial donation
- Donate an item from their Wish List
- Give your time as a part of their Volunteer Team
Sustainable Midlands
Mission: To create a healthy, vibrant, environmentally sustainable community here in the Midlands.
How to Support:
- Become a member
- Make a donation
- Sponsor an event
- Join their volunteer team to make the Midlands a more sustainable place to call home
Town Theatre
Mission: To provide high-quality, family friendly, live entertainment to the community while offering a foundation for individuals interested in participating on the stage or backstage.
How to Support:
- Give a monetary gift to help fund shows
- Become a member
The Unumb Center
Mission: To make life better for individuals with autism and their families by providing comprehensive, evidence-based services and collaborative solutions to help them reach their full potential.
How to Support:
- Take part in a short-term volunteer opportunity
- Make a donation
- Give an item from their Wish List
Here are a few fun ways to get involved in giving:
- Give in honor of a loved one: Make a donation in someone’s name as a birthday or Christmas gift.
- Get the kids involved: Allow your child to pick a nonprofit organization that resonates with them and make a donation together.
- Team up with friends: Utilize fundraising tools on social media platforms to encourage your friends to support a worthy cause with you.
- Volunteer your time: Spend some time at a nonprofit of your choice to provide hands-on support—and make connections in your community!
