DONATE: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Despite making up 7% of the US population, AAPI organizations receive less than .2% of philanthropic giving from foundations and less than 1% of Corporate giving (source). You can support the AAPI community by donating to The Asian American Foundation this month.
ABOUT THE ASIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATION
The Asian American Foundation is committed to ensuring every member of the AAPI community can pursue safety, belonging, and prosperity free from discrimination and hate. They work to combat anti-AAPI violence, educate the next generation, and fund vital community organizations across the country. Learn more about the work they do by clicking here.
Source: TAAF
VOLUNTEER: Your Local Food Bank
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Everyone deserves healthy food to live a full, healthy life. Yet millions of people in America still face hunger—and when people don’t have enough to eat, it impacts their health, education, and future opportunities. 48 Million People in America face food insecurity—experiencing daily challenges with hunger and its health and social impacts.14 million kids don’t have enough food to grow up strong. Hunger affects 100% of Counties in America. Over 50 million people turn to food banks and pantries for help.
The good news? You can support people facing hunger in your community by volunteering at your local food bank!
CLICK HERE to find a volunteer opportunity near you via Feeding America
or
CLICK HERE to search for your local food bank and contact them directly
Do you or someone you know need food assistance? Below are some resources that may help:
- Find your local food bank by clicking here.
- Get Information about applying for SNAP assistance by clicking here.
- Explore more Meal Programs by clicking here.
Source: Feeding America
BONUS: Send a Baby Kit to a Mom-to-be
In honor of Mother’s Day this month, sponsor an IRC baby kit for moms in crisis zones like Lebanon, Gaza, and Sudan. Just $21 can provide two moms with baby kits full of diapers and other essentials (all donations matched). CLICK HERE to donate!
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