Twelve Days of Christmas supporting these great Sarasota charities

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As the build up to Christmas continues Norton Hammersley would like to highlight 12 of our favorite local charities and non-profit organizations that we have donated to

1 Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County

The Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota’s mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Learn more ways to give by visiting their website – https://www.bgcsarasota.com/ways-to-give

2 Education Foundation of Sarasota County

Education Foundation of Sarasota County’s’ mission is to enhance the potential of students, promote excellence in teaching, and inspire innovation in education, guided by strategic philanthropy. Learn more ways to give by visiting their website – https://edfoundationsrq.org/giving-opportunities/

3 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast have many Programs to help children in the Sun Coast area from community based programs to school based programs. You can learn more or donate by visiting their website here – https://bbbssun.org/donate-online/

4 The Humane Society of Sarasota County

Incorporated in 1952 as Sarasota’s first nonprofit animal welfare organization, the Humane Society of Sarasota County (HSSC) has grown to be the area’s premier no-kill shelter. A home is found for every adoptable pet in our care. You can learn how to get involved by visiting their website here – https://www.hssc.org/get-involved/volunteer

5 All Faiths Food Bank

Help All Faiths Food Bank reach their goal of providing 1.2 million meals to local children, families, seniors, and veterans. Join their ThankFULL Hearts campaign today! – https://www.allfaithsfoodbank.org/donate/

6 Meals on Wheels of Sarasota

Since 1971, Meals on Wheels of Sarasota, a non-profit 501c3, volunteer community service organization has been providing nutritious meals and friendship to individuals who are unable to plan, shop, or prepare meals for themselves. Monday through Saturday, our 450 volunteers deliver around 500 meals per day. Get involved by visiting their website – https://mealsonwheelsofsarasota.org/thoughtful_giving.html

7 Teen Court of Sarasota

Teen Court of Sarasota, Inc. provides students ages 8-18 with educational youth development activities that are designed to meet the specific needs of at-risk youth and student volunteers. In an attempt to make the community safer by reducing juvenile delinquency, all youthful participants become engaged in activities tailored to confront the many challenges facing youth in Sarasota County. You can learn how to Volunteer or Donate at their website here – https://www.sarasotateencourt.org/Donate

8 Mothers Helping Mothers

Since 1990, Mothers Helping Mothers, Inc., an all volunteer not-for-profit organization, has been providing basic necessities such as clothing and baby items FREE OF CHARGE to families in need in the Sarasota and surrounding counties. You can learn how to Volunteer or Donate at their website here – https://www.mhmsarasota.com/donate

9 First Step Addiction Recovery Programs

First Step prevents and treats alcohol and drug addictions and associated disorders. We foster fully functioning, productive individuals by offering a full array of services in partnership with our community. Get involved by visiting their website – https://www.fsos.org/gift/

10 Southeastern Guide Dogs

Serving those who cannot see and those who have seen too much. When people lose vision, it’s easy to lose hope. When veterans lose hope, it’s easy to give up. It’s easy to let the darkness define life instead of living life to its fullest. That’s why we develop extraordinary partnerships between our dogs and the people who need them, and offer our dogs and services at no cost, throughout the United States. You can learn how to Volunteer or Donate at their website here – https://www.guidedogs.org/

11 Catholic Charities DeSoto County

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. offers a variety of programs in DeSoto County that provide families and individuals with vital assistance designed to help them find their potential for success and to become more self-sufficient. . You can learn how to Volunteer at their website here – https://catholiccharitiesdov.org/volunteer/

12 HOPE Family Services of Sarasota

HOPE’s primary purpose is to provide services to survivors of domestic violence and help them stay safe, gain strength, and evaluate their options. From the first program until today, HOPE has had one goal; to offer high quality, life saving services for victims and survivors of domestic violence. Find out ways to help Hope by visiting their website here – https://www.hopefamilyservice.org/ways-to-help