GIVING BACK
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Big Day of Giving
by EMILY PETER-COREY
Since 2013, Big Day of Giving (BDOG) has raised more than $52 million for hundreds of nonprofits in El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo Counties. Coordinated by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, BDOG is an effort to ensure donors can give without hesitation and support the many needs our communities face. The 24hour online giving challenge on May 6 is a fun, interactive way to support local causes and inspire others to do the same.
Wondering which causes to support? From animal rehabilitation and child advocacy to safe housing and the arts, there’s an organization for all. Check out the full list at bigdayofgiving.org/nonprofits and keep reading to learn about a few of our favorites. Since 1966, PRIDE Industries has created employment for people with disabilities, veterans, former foster youth, and trafficking survivors. They’re experts in employment coaching, training, and job placement, and most of all, helping individuals realize their true value to our community. PRIDE is dedicated to normalizing workforce inclusion by empowering those who may face obstacles in getting and keeping a job with the necessary skills and support. prideindustries.com
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The Gathering Inn
The Gathering Inn is a 100-bed facility in Auburn that offers housing to Placer County residents 18 and over who are sober and have no history of sexual-related crimes. The facility provides more than just a bed; guests have access to clean clothing, shower facilities, meals, drug and alcohol recovery meetings, life skills courses, and more. Case mangers work alongside guests
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to identify and help break the barriers to affordable housing. thegatheringinn.com Since 2001, the Adopt an Elder Foundation has provided support for low-income seniors who require minimal care by offering financial advocacy to properly house them. They believe that safe housing, proper nutrition, and access to health care is a
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PRIDE Industries
