The community of Miami Beach has a lot going on. Whether you have lived here for a long time or you have just moved here, you may feel the need to give back to the community. There are many ways for you to do this, so it’s all about knowing of the different opportunities.

Below are 11 ideas that can help you figure out what cause is important to you.

1. Donate blood or plasma to one of the local blood banks.
2. Rescue a pet from a pet shelter.
3. Volunteer time at a soup kitchen.
4. Collect non-perishable foods to give to a co-op or a food shelter.
5. Volunteer time at a nursing home to spend an afternoon with residents who don’t get visitors.
6. Donate money to a local charity.
7. Contact the local VA to find out how you can thank the veterans who have gone to war.
8. Volunteer with Meals on Wheels and cook or deliver food.
9. Collect clothing that you no longer wear and give to a local charity.
10. Talk with neighbors, friends, and family to let them know of the charitable causes in the area.
11. Organize a fundraising effort for one of the charities.

The list can go on and on. There are homeless people and those who are less fortunate right in your backyard. While you cannot help anyone and all of the organizations, anything you do choose to do can make a big difference – and it allows you to help in the area you live.

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