We'll be back with more headlines on Jan. 3. In the spirit of giving, here are some charities and groups favored by TMN contributors. Happy holidays!
The Clean Air Task Force works to reduce air pollution in the US and beyond by pushing for the technology and policies to reach a zero-emissions future. / Clean Air Task Force
Patagonia Action Works connects people with environmental groups working in their community. / Patagonia Action Works
Sunrise Movement helps young people organize and act to fight the climate crisis and environmental injustice. / Sunrise Movement
Global Empowerment Mission is working to provide immediate relief to families in Israel and Gaza. / Global Empowerment Mission
Palestine Legal advocates for people whose rights have been violated for expressing pro-Palestinian opinions. / Palestine Legal
All for Armenia provides immediate and long-term support for the Indigenous Armenia refugees from Artsakh/Nagorno-Karabakh. / All for Armenia
Plan International helps girls and young women in developing countries reach their potential. / Plan International
Black & Pink works in a variety of ways to support incarcerated LGBTQI people. / Black & Pink National
The Asian American Writers Workshop offers crucial resources to writers at an intersection of migration, race, and social justice. / The Asian American Writers Workshop
National Coast Watch keeps a watchful eye over the United Kingdom's coastline, via a network of 60 stations and over 2,700 volunteers. / National Coast Watch
The Augusta Heritage Center dedicates itself to preserving and protecting traditional American art forms like blues, gospel, Old Time, and percussive dance. / The Augusta Heritage Center
HAAM helps Austin's working musicians with affordable health care focused on prevention and wellness. / HAAM
The UK-based MS Society funds global research into the treatment and prevention of multiple sclerosis. / MS Society
Give Directly facilitates direct cash transfers and lets people spend the money however they need. / Give Directly
Charity Navigator helps you find and research charities that fit your reasons for giving. / Charity Navigator