Nonprofits and community organizations make up the backbone of our local community. For adults, students, and children who might need access to certain resources, and programs, but are unable to attain them on their own, the diverse organizations throughout New Orleans help to make their dreams a reality. Giving Tuesday is the Tuesday after Thanksgiving where people are encouraged to not only express their gratitude for their community but are invited to give back to their community to help those in need. These top 10 nonprofits are some great resources that help the New Orleans community that you can consider donating to this Giving Tuesday!
Top 10 Non-Profits to Donate to on Giving Tuesday
1. ArcGNO
925 S Labarre Rd., (504) 837-5105
arcgno.org
For over 67 years, ArcGNO has served the greater New Orleans community by providing for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. On a mission to ensure that these people and their families have access to helpful and functional services, ArcGNO's programs include in home services, employment assistance, community integration, and early-childhood intervention.
Passionate about helping adults and children with intellectual disability thrive, develop, and live their lives to the fullest, ArcGNO is a great organization to consider donating to. Serving over 750 children, their programs and services help children and adults to obtain speech, occupation, and physical therapy, secure jobs, build self-esteem, and more.
2. YAYA
3322 Lasalle St., (504) 529-3306
yayainc.org
Boasting a love for arts and culture, YAYA is on a mission to empower all New Orleans youth to embrace their creative and artistic side, no matter their circumstance or socio economic standpoint. Offering programs, lessons, and classes for students to gain important life, entrepreneurial, and leadership skills, YAYA has helped kids to find their voice since 1988.
The YAYA arts center is open Monday through Friday, and provides a painting and glass studio, alongside a gallery featuring the artwork of students and professionals. Their mixed media class and glass and ceramics class for teens is a great program that helps young people to foster their creative minds and their independence. YAYA is a cornerstone of the New Orleans community and is a great place to donate to if you are passionate about supporting local youth art and artists.
3. New Orleans Opera Association
(504) 529-2278
neworleansopera.org
Inspired to connect people to arts through the joys of opera, the New Orleans Opera Association not only hosts a wide selection of performances yearly, but also offers workshops, classes, and resources to students and the local community. Committed to eliminating barriers and ensuring that their performers, board, and management include a diverse range of people and beliefs, the New Orleans Opera benefits greatly from donations.
Using donated funds to sponsor artists, productions and underwritten educational programs, consider donating to the New Orleans Opera Association to ensure that it maintains its longevity and health as a community resource.
4. Market Umbrella
7214 St. Charles Ave., (504) 861-4485
marketumbrella.org
On a mission to grow and cultivate farmers markets locally, Market Umbrella hosts weekly farmers markets year round. Featuring 70+ local farms, fisheries, and food producers, Market Umbrella aims to connect the population with their farmers directly. Fostering the health and well-being of the community overall, Market Umbrella has numerous events each year to gain support.
This Giving Tuesday, support Market Umbrella and their noble cause by donating via their website. If you are passionate about the health and wellbeing of the greater New Orleans community, then supporting Market Umbrella and their mission to connect customers with their farmers directly through farmers markets.
5. Bridge House/Grace House
4150 Earhart Blvd., (504) 522-4476
bridgehouse.org
For more than 65 years, Bridge House and Grace House have provided resources and treatment to those struggling with substance use disorder. With an overall goal of providing specialized treatment, their programs aim to get their clients sober, adjusted, and functioning. Treating over 700 homeless, indigent, under or uninsured, and unemployed men and women, Bridge House and Grace House offer their services regardless of a client's ability to pay.
Passionate about ensuring that the entire greater New Orleans community has access to life-changing care, Grace House and Bridge House is a fantastic nonprofit organization to support this Giving Tuesday. Whether you want to donate money on their website, support their local thrift stores, or donate a vehicle to their used car lot, Bridge House and Grace House are a cornerstone of the local community and are a great resource to support those in need.
6. New Orleans Jazz Museum
400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 568-6993
nolajazzmuseum.org
The New Orleans Jazz Museum recognizes the city's pivotal role in the history and development of music. Located in the birthplace of jazz and hometown to many famous performers, the New Orleans Jazz Museum aims to preserve the history and legacy of jazz music, as well as enhance the city's cultural landscape. Providing interactive exhibits, educational programs, research facilities, and more, the museum is ever-growing, having opened up a new Jazz Educational Center recently.
Hosting concerts and festivals yearly, the New Orleans Jazz Museum is an educational staple of the local community and hosts field trips, exhibits, and more. If you are passionate about supporting the city's cultural development, the New Orleans Jazz Museum is a great resource to donate to this Giving Tuesday.
7. New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation
1205 N. Rampart St., (504) 558-6100
jazzandheritage.org
Since 1970, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation has been a beacon of education, community connection, and cultural preservation. Hosting the famous Jazz Fest, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation provides low-cost and accessible programs for the local community. The Heritage School of Music, Jazz, and Heritage Vocal Workshops, as well as Pro-Audio Workshops, are all interesting and helpful programs that are free, after school, and teach music, performance arts, and more to those who are interested.
Whether you are a Jazz Fest lover or you are dedicated to preserving the city's cultural landscape, supporting the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation is a great way to protect and ensure the longevity of the New Orleans music and arts scene.
8. Dancing Grounds
3705 St. Claude Ave., (504) 5791
dancinggrounds.org
Dancing Grounds' noble mission is to help the local youth develop into leaders, promote health and wellness, and advocate for social change by providing accessible dance programs for all people. Their original initiative, Dance for Social Change, pushes youth to embrace their creative side. Since 2012, Dancing Grounds has hosted pop-up workshops, weekly classes, and more events, having touched the lives of more than 3,500 youth and 8,000 adults.
Donating to Dancing Grounds this giving Tuesday is a fantastic way to promote health and wellbeing, alongside social change in the greater New Orleans community. Their teen and Pre-K through Eighth dancing and arts programs benefit greatly from donations, as Dancing Grounds aims to ensure that all students have access to classes regardless of their financial backgrounds.
9. Coalition to Restore Coastal LA
3801 Canal St., (888) 522-6278
crcl.org
Science-driven and on the ground, the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana is a nonprofit with the goal of uniting people to save the coast of our beautiful state. Recognizing and understanding the significant impact that coastal land loss will have on the nation's energy, ecosystem, and wellbeing of society, Coalition to Restore Coastal LA educates the next generation in confronting these circumstances.
Restoring the state's coastline with native plants, connecting state legislators with important information and resources, and building oyster reefs to maintain and revamp the dying ecosystem, Coalition to Restore Coastal LA goes above and beyond in preserving our environment for the next generation. If you are passionate about caring for the state's coast and wetlands, then consider donating to Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana this Giving Tuesday!
10. Krewe de Pink
krewedepink.org
With a vision to end breast cancer mortality and raise awareness for breast cancer research and newfound therapies, Krewe de Pink hosts events throughout the year to gain support and funds for their mission. From their URMIA Conference to their Simply the Best Drag Brunch at the Hard Rock Cafe, Krewe de Pink consistently offers fun activities and events for community members to get involved and support their cause.
Inspired to support those who currently have or have been affected by breast cancer, Krewe de Pink is a great charity to support and give to this giving Tuesday if you are passionate about helping cancer research.
Give Back Before the Holidays
Giving Tuesday is a great way to show support to your local community as the hustle and bustle of the Holiday Season begins. Whether you are passionate about protecting the environment or preserving the cultural landscape of New Orleans, these 10 nonprofits are some of the best charities to give to this Giving Tuesday!
