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Marjorie M. Maas, SHARE Omaha executive director lifting up do-gooders • SHARE OMAHA FIND YOUR fit: BE A DO-gooder

Who is a do-gooder? Either you are one, or you know a few. SHARE Omaha defines do-gooders as those who see a need and do good for others or the community; those who raise their hands to help when a crisis or challenge arises around them; those who regularly prioritize this good work, even in the light of personal sacrifice.

This month, SHARE Omaha brings you a random selection of local causes that need your support for end-of-year giving. It’s time for us to come together, give and find our fit in the greater community.

SHARE Omaha believes that each of us have an itch we need to scratch, unique to each person, for the community to improve or have a need addressed. These nonprofits help fulfill that urge, scratch that itch, and even provide an avenue toward significance pertaining to issues close to our beliefs and hearts. The unbiased and inclusive platform of SHAREomaha.org daily, 365 days per year, promotes the volunteering and donation needs of over 620 nonprofits vying for the greater public’s support. Hop on the website and find these randomlyselected nonprofits below and many others to support as we close 2021.

NAMI Nebraska is committed to providing high-quality support groups, educational classes and presentations to those whose lives are impacted by mental illness. NAMI Nebraska strives to complement and supplement services those affected in our community are currently receiving.

Conceive Nebraska’s mission is to support individuals and couples facing fertility challenges in the greater Omaha area by increasing and improving educational resources and to raise awareness by changing the conversation surrounding infertility.

Help Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands accomplish its mission of helping individuals with Down syndrome and their families by making a donation to Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands. First Responders Foundation’s JAVELAN program gives life-changing support and enables independence for retired first responders and veterans with physical/emotional disabilities by providing training for service dogs. Your support is needed and appreciated and keeps this vital program alive.

Fontenelle Forest. Research shows spending time in nature improves mental health, decreases stress, and boosts happiness. Your gift today will help preserve Fontenelle Forest as a valuable community resource, helping to inspire current and future generations to care for the natural world.

Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska. Support Girl Scouts this holiday season and provide resources for girls to improve the world regardless of their background, location or financial situation. When you invest in Girl Scouts, you invest in a girl-led future.

Hot Shops Art Center. When you support the Hot Shops, you’re investing in arts, education and the life- and community-changing power of creativity. 300-plus programs are provided for all who want to learn, to help them think critically, develop voice, understand others and create.

inCOMMON needs your help to build affordable housing. A gift of $50 or more will ensure our low-income neighbors have a stable and safe place to call “home.”

Intercultural Senior Center will assist seniors in clearing their driveways of snow during winter. This service helps atrisk seniors keep doctor’s appointments, receive food deliveries and stay safe. Seniors enjoy snow removal to help them stay connected this winter.

marjorie m. maas share omaha executive director