The Power Behind Every Gift

On a Saturday morning, a grandmother walks into her neighborhood hub and is greeted by name. She leaves with fresh produce, a recipe card in Spanish, and the comfort of knowing she’s not alone. In a church basement across town, a nurse checks blood pressure while a neighbor explains low-cost insurance. Nearby, parents register their kids for after-school programs while picking up food vouchers.

These moments happen every day. Community-based organizations (CBOs) are the quiet constants, meeting people where they are, offering dignity and care, and weaving together the supports that hold communities steady.

This Giving Tuesday, we’re reminded that behind every moment like this is someone who gave time, money, or heart to make it possible. When local organizations have the resources they need, neighbors get help, coalitions grow stronger, and communities become more resilient.

But here’s the truth: when local organizations don’t have enough resources, the safety net frays. When they do, the impact is extraordinary. We’ve seen it firsthand. With the right support, neighbors get the help they need, coalitions grow stronger, and communities become more resilient.

The Human Side of Generosity

Every contribution powers local leaders and strengthens the safety net every community deserves. Your gift might help stock a food pantry, connect families to mental health care, help a senior get the resources they need, or give small nonprofits the resources and tools to sustain their work long-term.

Donate today through the official Giving Tuesday on December 2, 2025, and help build the connected, resilient communities we all deserve. Visit our page highlighting the organizations we are supporting and celebrating this year and how to donate directly to them: https://www.chmrccares.org/donate/