Mon. December 26, 2005
The holiday season often stirs people's generosity to give a gift that embodies the spirit of the holidays by helping those in need.
Consider a truly memorable and special gift, but remember this is the last week to give in 2005. While many charitable donations are tax-deductible, as always, consult your own tax or financial advisor before making any personal financial decisions.
Investing in a local GLBT charity, is investing in our community and making a contribution just got easier as several charities have gone online to accept donations. Your online donation is safe, secure and helps support the issues and causes you care most about.
This list will help you better plan your online contributions. We recognize this is a partial list of the numerous organizations helping our community.
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
411 S Wells St – Chicago, IL 60607
Established in 1985, AFC is the largest source of private philanthropic support for AIDS-related programs and services in the Midwest.
Donate Online
Center on Halsted
961 W Montana - Chicago, IL 60614
The Center will be a focal point for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community of Chicago, serving the community’s diverse social, recreational, cultural, and social service needs.
Donate Online
Chicago House
1925 N Clybourn Ave - Chicago, IL 60614
Providing housing, supportive services, and dignity to Chicagoans living with HIV and AIDS since 1985.
Donate Online
Howard Brown Health Center
4025 N Sheridan Rd - Chicago, IL 60613
The Midwest's largest lesbian, gay, and bisexual health organization and is the leading provider of HIV/AIDS services Midwest.
Donate Online
Test Positive Aware Network
5537 N Broadway St - Chicago, IL 60640
Founded in 1987, TPAN continues to grow and evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of those affected by HIV and AIDS.
Donate Online
Most charities can use your valuable time, too! Local agencies need volunteers throughout the year. Make a New Year's resolution to create a giving plan for both your money and time.
We're happy to provide this list and urge you to support these local community groups with your volunteer time and contributions. We recognize this is a very small list of the many wonderful charitable organizations throughout Chicago.
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