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Looking to help others? Here’s a list of southwestern Illinois charities to consider - Belleville News-Democrat

Last updated Sunday, December 5, 2021 09:00 ET , Source: NewsService

Generosity towards others is what the holiday spirit is all about. Whether it is volunteering or donating to a favorite charity, there are plenty of opportunities to help.

Each year the BND publishes brief profiles of local nonprofits that need help from people like you. The beginning of this year’s list is below.

These profiles are provided by the nonprofits. If you would like your tax-exempt, nonprofit organization included in the list and are willing to answer our q-and-a, please contact Jennifer Green at [email protected]. We will update the list until Christmas.

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Riverbend Head Start and Family Services

What does your charity/organization do? Riverbend Head Start and Family Services educate children, empower parents and strengthen families by connecting resources and developing positive skills to meet life’s challenges.

How can people help? Individuals and corporations can help by making an unrestricted donation to help fund the greatest area of need or by volunteering their time, services, and skills. Monthly donations are also encouraged in any dollar amount.

Why should people give to your charity/organization? When people give to Riverbend Head Start and Family Services, 85 cents or more from every dollar donated to the agency goes towards funding the greatest area of need in our programs which in turn strengthens families and improves the overall communities in Madison County, Illinois. Unrestricted gifts from individuals and corporations help us offer quality...



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