Nonprofits

When I think of stand-up paddleboarding, I recall the time I gingerly paddled in a circle in a tiny lake alcove one summer, terrified of falling in.

The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) hosts an annual sports-oriented fundraising dinner event, Muscle Team. The proceeds from Muscle Team go to MDA’s local programs and services to end muscular dystrophy. Its programs support hospital clinics, research and summer camps for kids.

The California wildfire devastation has death tolls and destruction increasing each day. With thousands of firefighters risking their lives for the deadliest wildfire in history, you should consider donating to support their efforts.

The DAV 5K Run to Honor Veterans is a “run, walk, roll and motorcycle ride” designed to thank our veterans and raise awareness of the issues they face.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and we wanted to give a nod to a powerful, local nonprofit called REACH Beyond Domestic Violence.

The 26th Annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk took place in Boston on Sunday, Sept. 30. The event featured various vendors and guest speakers at the Hatch Shell before walkers embarked on a 2-mile or 6-mile scenic course around the river.

With Earth Day and the official start of spring, April is one of the best months of the year to focus on the health and wellness of your community. It’s also national awareness month for several great causes and the incredible nonprofit foundations that benefit them. Here are a few to keep in mind when you’re looking for ways to give back this month:

The award-winning nonprofit World War II Foundation produces documentary films that air all over the world.

Founded in 1995 by Jeff and Eliot Popkin to honor their mother Ellie, the Ellie Fund provides essential support services for breast cancer patients to ease the stresses of everyday life, allowing the focus to be on family, recovery and healing.