These organizations need you! And, hey, just before the end of 2014, which means you can write them off your taxes! These 5 groups, foundations, organizations, are always on my Giving List, and for very good reason!
1. Marine Megafauna Foundation: “MMF specifically focuses on the research and conservation of threatened marine megafauna species. ‘Marine Megafauna’ are large marine species such as sharks, rays, marine mammals and turtles. These animals are key components of marine ecosystems but, as they are long-lived and have low reproductive rates, their populations are usually the first to be reduced by human pressures. Fortunately, they are also among the most charismatic animals on the planet and engender a high degree of public interest in their biology and conservation, making them useful ambassadors for the whole marine environment”. Adopt a Manta Ray or a Whale Shark! Or give in general, for their research. My favorite way to give? Participate in one of their many “expeditions” and do citizen science! I went to Ecuador this year with MMF and it was such a privilege to participate in their Manta Ray Research! Go here to donate! Join me in becoming a MMF Guardian, or adopt/sponsor an animal…there are many ways to support this group!
2. Give to a Women’s Shelter. I give yearly to Genesis Women’s Shelter in Dallas, Tx. Help support quality safety and support to battered women and their children, whatever your location! There are shelters everywhere who need your help.
3. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center’s Heart and Lung Transplant Clinic. Our family certainly supports this group of world renowned Doctors and Nurses. My husband benefited from their expertise and world class facilities…he had a double lung transplant in September 2013. They saved his life. I cannot say enough about how incredible UT Southwestern is, they are certainly deserving of giving to support their research.
4. UN World Food Progam: From projects around the world to supporting school lunch programs, the UN’s WFP is attempting to eliminate hunger for the world’s children. A very worthy cause and a very hard fight. We can all help!
5. World Wildlife Fund: WWF works for conservation of our Endangered Species. Did you know we are down to 5 Rare White Rhinos in the entire world? Help fight extinction for these animals…which is being caused by humans. The list goes on and on…there are many people out there who are dedicated to saving lives, human and non-human. Give a little and get a tax break….but mostly give because only Giving (in whatever form you can or want) will change the world.
These are wonderful organizations and very donation-worthy. We have our own list of charities we support, but I love seeing what others do, too, and this is a service to those who still seek a place to give.
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Thanks Carol!
It does not surprise me that we have overlap on our giving lists Tam! You are right, give a little and we can change the world!
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Most people don’t believe that….but I do. If everyone gave a little, just imagine what we could do!
Thanks Tam,
Great list of organizations! We have given to the World Wildlife Fund on several occasions. My daughter was given a gift of an elephant that was in a rehabilitation facility, to which our friend would donate money in my daughter’s name. She was sent monthly reports as to the elephants progress during rehabilitation, along with pictures. It was a beautiful holiday gift that she received each year, and she always looked forward to receiving more information about the elephant and its progress.
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I love that! MMF does the same thing with turtles, sharks and rays.
Thanks for the info. I like that you have pics for all the organizations. And all my best to your husband. That’s an amazing story.
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It has been quite a journey. I blogged about it under the category, An Unexpected Journey, Transplant.
WWF is always on my list. It’s funny, my hubby has his list and I have mine. Between the two of us…we have over 10 each month we donate too. I can switch mine up for alternate months and start using your suggestions for sure. thanks much.
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These are all great organizations. I love reading more about all of them, and hope they all receive lots of financial gifts this holiday season.
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What a wonderful and thoughtful idea for a post! You have such a huge heart and I am so inspired by all that you do! You have introduced me to a few new philanthropies and I will share this info. It is difficult because so many organizations need our help! Happy New Year Tam!
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Thanks for sharing all the organizations! The story about the last white male rhino is devasting. I’ve supported WWF before in the past and they’ve done excellent work! 🙂
They do, and there is much more to be done! Thanks for your contributions!