Southwest RivCo Charities To Support Beyond Giving Tuesday

TEMECULA, CA — Giving Tuesday arrived, prompting Southwest Riverside County residents to donate to local nonprofit organizations amid a flurry of holiday shopping.

The charity funding is held annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving and serves as a reminder of the positive impact of giving back to those in need.

First District Supervisor Kevin Jeffries spoke on the importance of the day.

"The spirit of giving is deeply rooted in the fabric of our community, and we believe that coming together on GivingTuesday can make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who need it most," Jeffries said. "Together, we can strengthen the bonds that make Riverside County a vibrant and compassionate place to live."

Employees and residents were encouraged to participate in the charity funding event by supporting local nonprofit organizations that address critical issues, enhance community services, and contribute to the well-being of the residents, whether through financial contributions, volunteering or other forms of support.

County Executive Officer Jeff Van Wagenen shared his thoughts on the annual charitable giving campaign.

"We can't achieve our mission of helping residents grow and thrive without the vital work of nonprofits," Van Wagenen said. "In many communities, nonprofits can simply go further in the community than we can. They are trusted partners, and we regularly work with them to provide housing, access to healthcare and other safety net services."

Nonprofits that directly support the mission of county departments include:

• Animal Services Konnection;
• Riverside County Foundation on Aging;
• Riverside University Health System Foundation;
• RivCo Parks Foundation; and
• Riverside County SAFE Family Justice Centers

Employees and residents were encouraged to find a cause that is meaningful to their lives.

Other nonprofits in the county include:

1. Assistance League of the Temecula Valley
2. Charity for Charity:
3. Cultivating Inclusion Farm:
4. Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center:
5. Rose Again Foundation

For more charities in the Temecula area and donation and volunteer opportunities, follow temeculaca.gov/volunteer.