United Way of Southwest Colorado is an official launch partner. Serving Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma and San Juan counties, UWSWC is working to raise money for local COVID-19 relief, response and recovery. The organization\u2019s goal is to reach $50,000 in new gifts by May 5.<\/p>\n
Through #GivingTuesdayNow, communities may come together and support each other while still safely practicing social distancing. Ways to participate include donating a portion of stimulus checks or tax refunds; taking advantage of new charitable deduction options and tax credits; supporting health care workers by donating supplies and staying home, helping small businesses by buying gift cards or writing a positive online review; combating loneliness by calling a neighbor, relative, senior or others who may be alone or joining a local mutual aid network and help your neighbors in need.<\/p>\n
Proceeds from UWSWC\u2019s $50,000 #GivingTuesdayNow effort will be invested in more than 35 local programs and organizations, including CERF, six new AmeriCorps member locations and the Team UP collective impact program.<\/p>\n