“Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.” ~ Author Unknown
With literally hundreds of nonprofit organizations registered here in the Golden Isles, there are plenty of opportunities for everyone to become involved with a charity that supports their favorite cause. The EIL staff really cares about our local nonprofits. Every member of the EIL family gives their time and money to support various local non- profits. It’s not a part of their job description. It’s a way of life. We try not to just “tell you where and when an event is being held”, but rather tell you an interesting story about the nonprofit organization to encourage you to get involved. In fact, with approximately half of our editorial pages each year devoted to supporting nonprofits, we are passionate about promoting local fundraisers and organizations. Our advertisers are some of the biggest local nonprofit supporters and continue to inspire us to promote local events that help our community.
There are a variety of ways that you can get involved. For example, you could donate supplies. For a women’s center or a homeless shelter, this might include bedding or gift cards to grocery stores. A food bank will need non-perishable and canned goods, and an animal shelter might need animal food, blankets or toys. You could also become a monthly donor and give money directly to your preferred nonprofit. If money is tight, simply give your time. A lot of local nonprofits here rely on the work of volunteers to help them complete day to day tasks. There is always a local nonprofit that needs your help. So, ask a friend where they volunteer, or go online and find an organization that fits your skill set. You’ll be happy you did!
