Best Local Organizations For Holiday Donations In OC
The holidays often encourage more thoughtful, loving acts of kindness. These organizations enable you to put those good deeds into action and help put the magic of the holidays in many people's hearts. By donating your time and resources, you can make a positive impact on many less fortunate.
The Salvation Army
10200 Pioneer Road
Tustin, CA 92782
(714) 832-7100
www.salvationarmyoc.org
Give to those in need this holiday season at The Salvation Army. Take time to clean out your closet and gather the items you no longer use. That old jacket and pair of shoes could keep someone warm during the winter months, and a toy that no longer entertains your child could be the best Christmas present another child receives this year. Your contributions are sure to fill many hearts with hope. Click here to find a Salvation Army location near you or to make a donation online.
Share Our Selves (SOS) - Adopt A Family Program
1550 Superior Ave.
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 270-2100
www.shareourselves.org
Share food and holiday gifts through the Share Our Selves (SOS) Adopt A Family Program. More than 1,000 families will be helped in 2014 by this special organization during December 15-18 at the Orange County Fair and Event Center. To participate, you can donate food, toys and your time. Volunteers will be needed to help conduct the drive and make deliveries. Learn how to get involved on the website.
Children's Hospital of Orange County - Children's Glass Slipper Guild
P.O. Box 10061
Newport Beach, CA 92658
(714) 997-3000
www.chocglassslipperguild.com
Children's Hospital of Orange County is the only not-for-profit hospital in Orange County that caters to children, and the Children's Glass Slipper Guild is one of the 13 programs that helps support the hospital's initiatives. Since 1983, the Children's Glass Slipper Guild has raised about $3.7 million. You can donate directly to the organization by making a check out to CHOC Children's and mailing it to the address above, or you can also purchase tickets to the 2014 Glass Slipper Guild Speakeasy Soiree Gala and support a good cause while having a fun night out. For more information, visit www.chocglassslipperguild.com.
Orange County Rescue Mission
One Hope Drive
Tustin, CA 92782
(714) 247-4300
www.rescuemission.org
The Orange County Rescue Mission not only feeds the homeless but also provides "guidance, counseling, education, job training, shelter, food, clothing, health care and independent living communities" to those who need help getting back on their feet. There are many volunteers needed including hair stylists, nurses, doctors, tutors and chefs. Click here to learn more about how to get involved. If you are short on time but still want to help, explore how to make a contribution to Orange County Rescue Mission here.
Miracles For Kids
3002 Dow Ave., Suite 126
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-3040
www.miraclesforkids.org
You can make this year's holiday celebration one to remember for others by contributing to Miracles For Kids. Relying on the help of volunteering and donations, the organization has about 10 different programs for families in need such as "The Grant Program," "Basket of Miracles," "Familycare," "Corporate Giving," "Research," "Partnerships" and "Public Safety." Your donations will provide many resources for families who have children with life-threatening health issues and can help many afford an enjoyable holiday.
