Easier said than done: No matter your religious beliefs, this is the time of year to think of those less fortunate. There are ample opportunities to for giving back during the holidays
Pasadena Ronald McDonald House Charities
Donate to help provide families of critically or terminally ill children a home away from home.
Hathaw-Sycamores Child and Family:
Donate new, unwrapped toys, food, or household items.
Toys for Tots
Donate a new unwrapped toy to benefit a child in need. You can drop off at your nearest Toys r Us, Build-A-Bear, and other locations.
Children’s Hospital Holiday Donations
Donate for children’s illness research and every dollar will be matched.
Volunteer
Westside German Shepherd Rescue
Get more exercise, start your New Year’s Resolution early, and volunteer to walk the shelter dogs.
One Voice Holiday Volunteer Program
Volunteer to make food baskets for over 12,500 needy
One Incredible Family Inc.
Volunteer to provide services to help the homeless, critically ill children, and adult,s and help heal victims of domestic violence
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
Volunteer and/or donate towards the effort to fight hunger in Los Angeles County
Westside Food Bank
Donate food, which will reduce hunger on the Westside of Los Angeles County
Union Station Homeless Services
Volunteer to make and serve a holiday meal for the needy