This holiday season, making a donation in someone’s honor is a great way to pay it forward or give to someone who doesn’t need another coffee mug or candle. Get inspired by these ideas for the different people in your life. Or, you might just get inspired to pay it forward to a cause that speaks to you. Try one of these ideas for making a holiday donation.
Ideas for giving back this holiday season:
For the sports fan
The Alex Morgan Foundation, started by US Women’s National Team and San Diego Wave forward Alex Morgan, is inspiring and empowering the next generation of youth by providing opportunities for girls, supporting moms & families, and building equity in sports.
Donate to Togethxr We Can Fund
For the philanthropist
The GoFundMe essentials fund is directly helping people across the country access essentials like finding a hot meal or a safe place to sleep. Because your donation is distributed amongst recipients, your support helps many different individuals, families, and communities.
For the community
In 2023, multiple communities, notably Maui, were impacted by wildfires. Over 2,000 grants have been sent directly to individuals, families, small businesses impacted by these fires this year. You can continue to help those people who are rebuilding and
Donate to the 2023 Wildfire Relief Fund
For the foodie
Feeding America is a leading organization in the fight against food insecurity. With a network of over 200 food banks, Feeding America has been able to help millions struggling with food insecurity. The organization also focuses its work on food rescue and rapid response during and after disasters.
For the animal lover
For over 150 years, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has rescued animals from inhumane environments all around the United States. The charity’s care includes investigations, rescues, and vet care for both domestic and farm animals. Your donation helps to stop animal cruelty and place animals in safe homes.
For anyone
Search for a cause you care about that is close to heart and home. Find a GoFundMe in your community that needs your support this holiday season. You can search by location, keywords (such as “book store”), name, and more. You’re backed by the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee.
Donate to a fundraiser on GoFundMe
