Giving Tuesday was created to encourage people to give and support local charities, groups and individuals in their communities, which many people come to rely on.
The qathet region has a number of nonprofits, charities and community organizations whose purpose is to give back to others who may need help. Some charities depend on physical donations such as clothing, food and/or housewares, and some provide community space or medical services to animals, for example.
The following organizations are just a few that people can donate to in the run-up to holiday season, a traditionally generous time of year.
Cranberry Hall is located at 6828 Cranberry Street and is a charity (Cranberry Community Hall Association) run by a team of busy, skilled and dedicated volunteers. Many folks depend on the space to teach and take classes, hold music events and community gatherings.
E-transfers or information about dropping off a cheque/cash may be sent to [email protected]. Cranberry Community Hall Association also welcomes new members. Membership costs $5 per year.
Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society (PROWLS) is a nonprofit, charitable organization. Founder Merrilee Prior said the donations keep their patients fed and medical supplies stocked. Donate by going to canadahelps.org/en/charities/powell-river-orphaned-wildlife-society/.
Powell River Action Centre Food Bank provides hampers once a month for those in need. Food bank manager Savanna Dee works to include fresh produce in the hampers, buy locally, obtain farm produce at no cost, receive perishable items from local stores and deliver to those who need it.
To make an online donation, go to powellriverfoodbank.com, or visit its location behind 32 Lakes and Bakery at 6816b Alberni Street.
Volunteer-run group Friends of qathet recently won an award for its charitable work with vulnerable youth in the region. One hundred per cent of the contributions go toward food and clothing initiatives for youth in the community.
Friends of qathet founders and sisters Sue Cecconi and Melanie Jordan said they are asking for donations during the Christmas Season, as this is when most donations are made.
Contact information for e-transfers is [email protected] or cash donations are welcome, too.
Powell River and District Christmas Cheer Hamper Program has launched for 2024.
According to the Christmas Cheer Hamper website: The hamper program has helped between 150 and 300 families per year, including 300 children. The program relies only on donations from within the community. Cash and toy donations are welcome, but the cash donations allow the organization to purchase grocery cards to help fill the Christmas hampers.
There are two programs to donate to: General hamper program and adopt-a-family/senior program.
To donate, go to pr-christmas-cheer.com/donate.
To find a local or global charity to donate to, go to canadahelps.org/en/explore/charities/?version=2.
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