In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, click on each of America’s Charities’ nonprofit members below to learn about their past contributions to this country and ways they continue to shape and make history:

• NAACP
• NAACP Legal & Defense Fund
• Thurgood Marshall College Fund
• 100 Black Men of America
• ACLU Foundation
• The National Black Child Development Institute
• The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)
• Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)
• YMCA of Metropolitan Washington

Throughout the month of February, we encourage you to:

1. Join us in celebrating Black History Month! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook as we share our members’ posts and highlight the black community’s contributions, culture, and impact on America.

2. Donate & raise money for these nonprofits whose work has and continues to pave the way for inclusion, civil rights, equity in justice, education, and a better tomorrow. America’s Charities is proud of the work our member charities do in these respective areas. One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them via payroll deduction through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click below on each charity’s name to learn more about their work, and please donate to them through employee giving!

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In recognition of National Scholarship Month/National Education Month November 1-30, 2024, America’s Charities is celebrating the following members who are raising awareness for scholarship and higher education opportunities.

One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them via payroll deduction through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click on each charity’s name below to learn more about their work, and to make a donation now!

Encourages students to pursue higher education and provides college readiness and career preparation resources and support: 

• Latino Youth Arts Education Fund – (LULAC National Educational Service Centers, Inc.)
• Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF)

Provides access to mentoring and training for disadvantaged youth:

• 100 Black Men of America
• The Child & Family Network Centers (CFNC)

Empowers students and provides scholarships: 

• Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Scholarship Fund – Point Foundation

Provides support for students pursuing a college education: 

• Generation Hope

Provides lodging and creates stable homes:

• A Wider Circle

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This National Veterans and Military Families Month, America’s Charities is honoring our troops and veterans, and celebrating our nonprofit members who support them with special programs and services made possible by donors like you.

One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click on each charity’s name below to learn more about their work, and for more ways to support them!

ServiceSource
ServiceSource is a leading nonprofit disability resource organization with regional offices and programs located in nine states and the District of Columbia. They serve more than 25,000 individuals with disabilities annually through a range of innovative and valued employment, training, habilitation, housing and other support services. Through their Warrior Bridge program, they provide a vital connection to resources and support for veterans with disabilities as they seek employment, self-sufficiency and improved quality of life. In response to an overwhelming need for coordination among veteran-serving organizations, Warrior Bridge works to facilitate greater collaboration among government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector employers. Click here to learn more and support their work.

Wounded Warrior Project, Inc.
Wounded Warrior Project, Inc. is transforming the way America’s injured veterans are empowered, employed, and engaged in our communities. They believe that every warrior has a positive future to look forward to, and we work together to get them there by setting and achieving goals, big or small. We direct every dollar, hour, and action toward helping warriors live life to the fullest, no matter what that looks like. And warriors never pay a penny for our programs – because they paid their dues on the battlefield. Their free services in mental health, career counseling, and long-term rehabilitative care change lives. They’re committed to helping wounded veterans achieve their highest ambition. When veterans are ready to start their next mission, they stand ready to serve. Click here to learn more and support their work.

Feeding America
1 in 5 of the households Feeding America serves have a veteran member in it. It is unacceptable that anyone goes hungry, but it’s particularly troubling that millions of Americans who’ve protected and served our country are left without enough to eat. At Feeding America, they’re working on changing that. Learn more about how you can help us end hunger for veterans. Veterans fought bravely to make the nation a better place for us, now it’s time for us to fight to make it a better place for them.

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Throughout Military Appreciation Month, we pay tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of our military personnel and their families. It’s a chance to show gratitude for their unwavering dedication to safeguarding our country and way of life.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day is an occasion to acknowledge the critical role played by military spouses in supporting their partners’ service, often making significant sacrifices themselves. They are the backbone of military families, providing unwavering love and support in the face of frequent relocations, deployments, and other challenges.

As we celebrate Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we also remember the sacrifices made by the families of fallen service members. We honor their resilience and courage, and we pledge to always keep their loved ones’ memory alive.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day reminds us of the vital importance of supporting our service members and their families. Let us take this opportunity to express our gratitude and appreciation to the military spouses who selflessly serve alongside their partners.

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Initiated by the United States Congress in 1999, National Military Appreciation Month is held each May as a time to thank service members and their families for all their hard work and bravery, and honor those who have died in the pursuit of freedom.

This #MilitaryAppreciationMonth, America’s Charities is honoring our troops and veterans, and celebrating our nonprofit members who support them with special programs and services made possible by donors like you.

One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click on each charity’s name below to learn more about their work, and for more ways to support them!

• ServiceSource: ServiceSource is a leading nonprofit disability resource organization with regional offices and programs located in nine states and the District of Columbia.  They serve more than 25,000 individuals with disabilities annually through a range of innovative and valued employment, training, habilitation, housing and other support services. Through their Warrior Bridge program, they provide a vital connection to resources and support for veterans with disabilities as they seek employment, self-sufficiency and improved quality of life. In response to an overwhelming need for coordination among veteran-serving organizations, Warrior Bridge works to facilitate greater collaboration among government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector employers. In the last fiscal year, ServiceSource served 671 veterans with disabilities through a range of support services, directly hired 69 veterans, and placed 105 veterans in community employment. Click here to learn more and support their work.
• Wounded Warrior Project, Inc.: Wounded Warrior Project, Inc. is transforming the way America’s injured veterans are empowered, employed, and engaged in our communities. We believe that every warrior has a positive future to look forward to, and we work together to get them there by setting and achieving goals, big or small.We direct every dollar, hour, and action toward helping warriors live life to the fullest, no matter what that looks like. And warriors never pay a penny for our programs – because they paid their dues on the battlefield. Our free services in mental health, career counseling, and long-term rehabilitative care change lives. We’re committed to helping wounded veterans achieve their highest ambition. When they’re ready to start their next mission, we stand ready to serve. Click here to learn more and support their work.
• Feeding America: 1 in 5 of the households Feeding America serves have a veteran member in it. It is unacceptable that anyone goes hungry, but it’s particularly troubling that millions of Americans who’ve protected and served our country are left without enough to eat. At Feeding America, we’re working on changing that. Learn more about how you can help us end hunger for veterans. Veterans fought bravely to make the nation a better place for us, now it’s time for us to fight to make it a better place for them.
   

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1. Health and Development: advocate for greater recognition of the bidirectional links between poverty and poor health, and strengthen intersectoral work to address health risks and socio-economic determinants
2. Health and Security: taking steps to reduce health risks from outbreaks of new, existing and mutating diseases, and providing assistance to countries in strengthening trauma care and mass casualty management systems
3. Health Systems: Bridging the prevention and treatment gaps, and integrating management of chronic conditions, nutrition services, and mental health into primary healthcare, including prevention and community-based rehabilitation
4. Information and Knowledge: Devising guidelines on evidence-based interventions for health promotion and risk reduction
5. Partnerships: promote partnerships for the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases, nutritional deficiencies, mental and substance use disorders, violence and injuries, and disabilities. 
6. Performance: Monitor noncommunicable diseases, nutritional deficiencies, mental and substance use disorders, violence and injuries, and disabilities, and their determinants and to evaluate progress at the national, regional and global levels

In honor of #WorldHealthDay, America’s Charities is celebrating our member charities whose programs and health care services ensure that everyone, everywhere, can realize the right to good health.

Click on the nonprofit’s name to learn more about what they do.

• AIDS Fund
• Alzheimer’s Disease Research (BrightFocus Foundation)
• Alzheimer’s – Insight Memory Care Center
• American Red Cross Serving Central Texas 
• Breast Cancer Coalition
• Capital Caring
• CMT Research Foundation
• Diabetes Research Institute Foundation, Inc.
• Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation
• FNIH (Foundation for the National Institutes of Health)
• Hope Connections for Cancer Support
• International Planned Parenthood Federation, Western Hemisphere Region
• Melanoma Research Alliance
• The Marfan Foundation
• Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
• Montgomery Hospice, Inc.
• Multiple Sclerosis Association of America
• NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation
• National Down Syndrome Society
• Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
• Ronald McDonald House Charities®
• The Caring Foundation of Texas
• The Children’s Inn At NIH
• YMCA of Metropolitan Washington

On April 7th and all year round through workplace giving, we encourage you to:

• Join us in celebrating World Health Day! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook as we share how our members’ specific programs and impact.

• One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them via payroll deduction through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click on each charity’s name above to learn more about their work, and to make a donation now!

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Since MS is ever changing, people must remain proactive and stay engaged in the conversation. MSAA offers several programs to support this effort, which include: a toll-free Helpline, the distribution of durable medical equipment and cooling vests, MRI assistance, publications, videos, educational programs, and other vital services.

What is MS?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable disorder that can cause a variety of symptoms, which for many, can flare-up and then subside over the course of days, months, or even years. While MS is not contagious, its causes are not yet fully understood and researchers continue to search for answers.

Receiving a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and living with the disease can be challenging and life changing.

Fortunately, MSAA helps improve lives today through vital services and support, including:

Toll-free Helpline & Chat

MSAA’s Helpline allows individuals with MS, family members, and friends, to connect directly with trained specialists who can answer questions, provide resources, and offer guidance and reassurance. MSAA’s Helpline may be reached by calling (800) 532-7667 extension 154, emailing MSquestions@mymsaa.org, or engaging in the live MS Chat website option.

Educational Resources

Through a wide array of print and digital formats, MSAA provides current and easy-to-understand information as well as useful tools to help people living with MS and their families. MSAA’s resources include: mymsaa.org comprehensive website, publications and magazine, videos, and more.

Assistive Equipment and Cooling Products

Many people with MS experience difficulty with balance, coordination, mobility, and managing the heat. MSAA’s Equipment Distribution Program provides free, durable medical items such as shower chairs, walkers, and wheelchairs to help improve a person’s safety and mobility. In addition, their Cooling Distribution Program supplies free cooling vests and accessories that provide several hours of cooling relief for improved quality of life and participation in outdoor activities.

MRI Access Program

The MRI Access Program assists individuals who are uninsured or under-insured acquire a cranial (brain) or c-spine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam to help determine a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis or evaluate current MS disease progression.

Support MSAA Through Workplace Giving:

As MSAA’s workplace giving partner, we encourage you to support MSAA’s important work with a donation. One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support MSAA is to donate to them via payroll deduction through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) You can also click here to donate via credit card on MSAA’s website now.

What Can Your Donation Provide?

• $1.92/pay period ($50/year) = provides a shower chair for an individual with multiple sclerosis to support bathroom safety
• $2.88/pay period ($75/year) = offers a four-wheel walker with seat to a person living with MS to increase his/her mobility
• $4.62/pay period ($120/year) = provides a manual wheelchair to a person living with MS to enhance their independence and quality of life
• $5.77/pay period ($150/year) = provides a specially designed cooling vest to an individual with multiple sclerosis, which helps reduce heat stress – a common and debilitating symptom of MS

*Pay period calculations are based on a bi-weekly pay period resulting in 26 paychecks in a year.
 

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In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, America’s Charities is celebrating the following agents of change who we are proud to call our members:

• ACLU – Women have made great strides in the fight for equality, but gender bias continues to create huge barriers for many—especially immigrants, women of color, women with low incomes, and victims of domestic violence. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, the ACLU Women’s Rights Project pushes for change and systemic reform in institutions that perpetuate discrimination against women, focusing its work in the areas of employment, violence against women, and education.
• WOMEN’S WAY – WOMEN’S WAY has impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of women and their families through its . By seeding, supporting, and leading an array of efforts in the Greater Philadelphia region, they are working toward ensuring affordable health care access and protecting reproductive rights; empowering leadership; implementing systems change in responding and preventing domestic violence; and achieving equal opportunity and economic security for women and girls everywhere.
• Fòs Feminista – Aspires to co-create a feminist future where all women, girls, and gender-diverse people have the support, information, and services they need to make their own choices about their bodies, their sexuality, and their lives.
• NARAL – NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation fights to protect and expand these rights at every level of government—whether that means putting pressure on lawmakers and corporations, educating the public about current events, or changing the conversation ahead of monumental Supreme Court decisions.

Throughout the month of March, we encourage you to:

• Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook as we share how our members’ specific programs empower women’s contributions to the advancement of communities around us.

• Donate & raise money for these nonprofits whose work has and continues to pave the way for women’s health, equal economic opportunities, educational equity, and an end to gender-based violence. America’s Charities is proud of the work our member charities do in these respective areas. One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them via payroll deduction through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click on each charity’s name above to learn more about their work, and to make a donation now!

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“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss

In honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, March is designated as National Reading Month – a month to motivate Americans of all ages to read every day. 

Reading is fun and has many benefits, regardless of your age. It’s a key component of education and professional development. It also has immediate and long-lasting health benefits such as increased cognitive function, memory, vocabulary, empathy and decreased levels of stress. 

In honor of #NationalReadingMonth, America’s Charities is celebrating the following agents of change who we are proud to call our members:

Arlington Housing Corporation (AHC Inc.) – As a not-for-profit developer of affordable housing communities for low-income families and individuals in the mid-Atlantic region, AHC has learned that it takes more than bricks and mortar to build successful futures. Through its award-winning Resident Services program, AHC is creating stability and opportunity through social services and year-round educational programs including After-School literacy activities, Teen Tutoring, College & Career prep, and a Summer Camp to prevent learning loss.

Reading Is Fundamental – Reading Is Fundamental is committed to a literate America by inspiring a passion for reading among all children, provided quality content to create impact, and engaging communities in the solution to give every child the fundamental building blocks for success. Their model for impact is grounded in creating a culture of literacy for the children we serve – providing choice and access to books, as well as engagement opportunities for these children and the educators, parents, and caregivers that nurture and support them. Reading Is Fundamental provides free books for children nationwide and engages children, parents, and communities in reading and motivational activities to encourage a lifelong love of reading. 

Throughout the month of March, we encourage you to:

• Join us in celebrating National Reading Month! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook as we share how our members’ specific programs provide access to books and encourage reading. 

• Donate & raise money for these nonprofits. America’s Charities is proud of the work our member charities do and proud to be their workplace giving partner. One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them via payroll deduction through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click on each charity’s name above to learn more about their work, and to make a donation now!

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As we transition into this health-focused month, it’s essential to acknowledge the interconnectedness of personal and financial well-being. While the holiday season brings joy, it can also leave individuals facing unexpected financial challenges. American Heart Month prompts us to reflect not only on physical health but also on the financial stressors that may linger from the previous year.

Creating a Tangible Impact: Implementing an Employee Assistance Fund

An impactful approach for employers to contribute to the well-being of their team members during American Heart Month is by establishing an Employee Assistance Fund (EAF). Much like the concept highlighted earlier, an EAF serves as a tangible expression of kindness and support within the workplace, addressing unique financial stressors that individuals may encounter.

The EAF provides practical assistance to employees grappling with financial challenges, ensuring they can navigate life’s uncertainties without overwhelming stress. Whether it’s unexpected medical expenses related to heart health or unforeseen financial burdens, the EAF becomes a safety net, fostering an environment where employees feel valued and supported.

The Real Difference an Employee Assistance Fund Makes

An Employee Assistance Fund can significantly impact the lives of employees who may be struggling to meet essential needs, especially those related to heart health. From managing medical costs to addressing financial strains, this initiative sends a powerful message to employees: “We recognize your well-being is vital, and we’re here to support you.”

As we focus on American Heart Month, consider taking the first step toward creating an Employee Assistance Fund in your organization. This initiative goes beyond being a financial gesture; it’s a commitment to the holistic health of your team, a tangible expression of care, and a reminder that support plays a crucial role in the workplace. Let the spirit of American Heart Month guide our actions, creating workplaces that prioritize heart health, understanding, and shared warmth throughout the year.

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This data confirms our worst fears about the impact of the pandemic on our nation’s children and demonstrates the urgency to rally together and take action. For nearly six decades, Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) has been working tirelessly to provide books and reading resources to children, inspiring the joy of reading, and putting children on a path to reading proficiency. We work to ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, discover, and achieve their full potential.

During this season of gratitude, we are more thankful than ever to our many supporters and partners who have enabled our work to support and empower educators, families, and children. And now is the time to come together for our nation’s young readers and join with RIF to inspire the joy of reading to build a nation of lifelong readers.

Here is how you can help:

• Donate to RIF.  You can give directly through RIF’s site or designate RIF as your charity of choice for the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) workplace giving program.  Federal employees and retirees can support RIF through the CFC using CFC # 10948.
• Stay informed about the nation’s literacy crisis and the research-backed programs and content RIF provides as part of the solution.
• Fundraise for RIF (See “Start a Facebook fundraiser for RIF.”)

Together, we can create a nation of skilled readers and ensure that all children are on a path to read and succeed.

ABOUT RIF:

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) is committed to creating a nation of lifelong readers by inspiring the joy of reading among all children, putting them on the path to becoming skilled readers. We provide free, high-quality content to engage children, educators, families, and literacy advocates in the solution to the U.S. literacy crisis—so that every child has the fundamentals for success. As the nation’s leading children’s literacy nonprofit, RIF has provided nearly 430 million books and reading resources to over 160 million children since 1966, impacting generations of children. Explore our results and learn more about partnering with us at RIF.org.

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In recognition of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month November 1-30, 2023, America’s Charities is celebrating the following members who are raising awareness for high-quality hospice and palliative care.

One of the most cost-efficient ways you can support these nonprofits is to donate to them via payroll deduction through your employer’s workplace giving program (Don’t have a program? Click here to have your employer contact our team.) Click on each charity’s name below to learn more about their work, and to make a donation now!

Capital Caring Health
Founded in 1977, Capital Caring Health is one of the first and largest nonprofit hospice and palliative care organizations, providing hospice and palliative care to more than 102,000 patients and families in Northern Virginia, Washington, DC, and Prince Georges County, Maryland. Capital Caring Health also offers bereavement counseling for families, as well as the community-at-large. Core services include hospice, palliative care, point of hope counseling, inpatient care, and research and education. 

Montgomery Hospice, Inc.
Since 1981, Montgomery Hospice has provided professional medical, emotional, and spiritual care to terminally ill residents of Montgomery County. Patients receive services without regard to insurance status or financial resources. Professional counselors provide grief support without charge to family members of adult hospice patients for thirteen months after the loss of their loved one and for two years to families of children who suffer from life-limiting illnesses.

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