People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The Beacon Journal has not investigated these causes, so donors should verify their worthiness and the tax-deductibility of contributions.
A link to a form for submitting requests to People Helping People can be found at www.ohio.com/charity, along with tips on researching charities and a list of causes already published.
Questions about submitting information? Call Mary Beth Breckenridge, 330-996-3756.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Ohio Buckeye Chapter, 6155 Rockside Road, Suite 202, Independence, OH 44131, provides research, information and services to help people with multiple sclerosis and their caregivers as well as medical professionals.
It is seeking donations of money and Acme grocery receipts that give to the Acme Community Cash Back Program. Checks and receipts may be mailed. Donations can also be made online at www.MSohiobuckeye.org.
In addition, volunteers are needed to make one-time holiday visits to individuals with MS who are socially isolated or live in skilled nursing facilities. To volunteer, call the United Way Volunteer Center, 330-643-5512.
The organization needs volunteers in other areas, as well. Information can be obtained from Greg Kovach at 216-503-4166 or greg.kovach@nmss.org.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Western Reserve, 889 Jonathan Ave., Akron, OH 44306, is a youth development organization providing after-school and summer-break programming to school-age, primarily at-risk kids in Greater Akron. It is seeking the following:
• Volunteers and runners for its iBelieve 5K/10K/1 Mile Youth Inspire Run on Saturday.
• Volunteers to provide day-to-day help between 2:30 and 7 p.m. weekdays.
• Donations of money to support the organization’s holiday events and ongoing operations, as well as silent-auction items for its signature event, Aspire!, on March 15. Donations can be dropped off.
For information, contact Angela Sot at 330-773-3375 or asot@wrkids.org. The organization’s website is www.wrkids.org.