As we head into the “most wonderful time of the year”, let us take a step back from our holiday lists and think about those in need within our communities and how we can help. Here are just a few ways you can make a difference in the lives of others this holiday season.
Help students succeed in their educational career: donate or become a volunteer at New Haven Reads
Donate a toy, volunteer, or host a Toy for Tots event
https://new-haven-ct.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/l…
Donate to Yale New Haven Health Toy Closet Program
https://www.ynhh.org/about/community/auxiliary/toy-closet-program
Help fight hunger and reduce homelessness by supporting the Yale Hunger and Homelessness Action Project (YHHAP)
Volunteer at the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen to ensure that no one goes hungry this holiday season
https://www.deskct.org/ or https://www.deskct.org/volunteer-partners/
Check out Elm City Communities for more ways to give back this holiday season!
https://elmcitycommunities.org/community-resources/food-banks-pantries/