Giving Tuesday is an annual worldwide campaign that encourages people to be generous and give back in whatever ways they can, by donations, volunteering, or other acts of kindness. It occurs on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, and serves as a counterpoint to consumer-focused events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.  This year, Giving Tuesday is December 2.  Across the country, a growing number of parents, children, and seniors are facing serious hardships.  We urge you to be generous with your support of nonprofit organizations that are helping to offset these issues.

Once again we will participate in that campaign and are counting on your generosity so we can continue serving those who are struggling every day.  Our primary focus is elementary school students and we take a holistic approach to ensure they have the essentials they need to feel confident in school and to build successful lives after graduation.  Our programs deliver basics such as food, clothing, books, literacy support, and hygiene kits to help provide confidence.

Families everywhere are facing significant economic hardship, even in affluent Northern Virginia.  Poverty and food insecurity affect more people/families every month.  Our goals are lofty but the reality is stark.  The number of students who need our help continues to rise, as does the cost of delivering those essentials to them.  That’s why we’re asking you to be as generous as you can this year.  Another impactful way you can help is by pledging a donation for donor matching. That way, your generosity will encourage others to donate too.

Our campaign begins on Tuesday, November 19, and ends on December 2.  Please contact ResDev@ALNV.org if you are interested in being a donor match.