Any time of year is great for giving back, although the holiday season is packed with opportunities to give a little extra to brighten people's lives - both giver and receiver. Below are local organizations you can contact to donate time, money, or gifts to those in need in the Greater Sacramento Area
DONATE
- SACRAMENTO LOAVES & FISHES - A Christmas Stocking Drive and Holiday Meal donation program helps men, women, and children experiencing homelessness in Sacramento during the holidays.
- CALIFORNIA FOOD BANK OF SACRAMENTO
- RALEY'S FOOD FOR FAMILIES - Raley’s Food for Families program is main provider of food to local food banks. Just one Food for Families bag can provide more than 21 meals to a family. Donate at any Raley’s, BelAir or Food Source stores on-line at FoodForFamilies.org or on the Raley's Facebook page through December 31st and help in our fight to feed the hungry. Raley’s Food For Families holiday bag program more than doubles customers’ charitable giving by offering a $10 bag of wholesome, nonperishable and fresh food valued at more than $30 to benefit local food banks. All donations stay in the community in which they are received, ensuring 100 percent of contributions will feed the hungry in that neighborhood.
- SACRAMENTO METRO - SALVATION ARMY
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SHRINER'S HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN
You can make holiday wishes come true for kids at Shriners Hospitals for Children by participating in the FOX40 Holiday Toy Drive.Donations received during the Holiday Toy Drive make it possible for the hospital to provide gifts to children hospitalized on their birthday. Donated games and toys also are used by patients and families participating in activities in the central play area.
- W.E.A.V.E - Serving women and children affected by violence with a variety of holiday programs.
VOLUNTEER
Websites to help you find volunteer opportunities
- www.volunteermatch.org
HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
Toy Drives
Adopt a Family