5 Ways to Make a Difference Around Fishers

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Every day, millions of non-profit staff and volunteers wake up early and stay up late for a larger cause, dedicated to contributing to a greater good. On August 17, National Non-Profit Day allows us to recognize charitable organizations’ impact on our local and worldwide communities. The day also celebrates the contributions of people who donate their time, services, and funds towards helping nonprofits accomplish their goals.

The City of Fishers is fortunate to have a strong non-profit community with several local organizations providing a variety of services to our residents in need.  Here is a quick roundup of ways to support our local nonprofit organizations and celebrate National Nonprofit Day, today and every day.

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1.) Volunteer!

There are always opportunities for every age and interest around Fishers. A few organizations currently seeking volunteers are:

You can also sign up to receive the City of Fishers monthly Volunteer Newsletter for updates in the community.

 

2.) Support a Local Non-Profit Organization.

There are so many ways to support local organizations, from donating funds, your time, and more. However you choose to make a difference, know that you are directly helping members of the community right here in Fishers. Earlier this summer, the city hosted a Non-Profit Spotlight Day at the Fishers Farmers’ Market, where local non-profits serving the Fishers community could highlight the services they provide and how residents and businesses can best support them and ultimately make a difference throughout the city. Learn more about the local organizations that participated in the Nonprofit Spotlight Day and how you can support them and their causes:

3.) Join a Board or Committee

Are you passionate about a cause? Donate your time and talent by becoming a board member of a local non-profit organization.

4.) Donate Items to a Non-Profit Organization

Cleaning out your closet or decluttering? Check out this list of local non-profits that will gratefully accept your gently used items:

5.) Network at the Festival of Philanthropy

Attend the Hamilton County Community Foundation’s Festival of Philanthropy this Thursday, August 19 where you can meet and interact with many of our local non-profits, and learn about what the foundation is doing to create transformative change throughout our community.

For more information about volunteer opportunities and how you can make a difference in the City of Fishers, visit www.volunteerfishers.com, or contact Amy Crell, City of Fishers Volunteer Coordinator, at crella@fishers.in.us to get connected to a non-profit need.