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What is Giving Tuesday? A global day of giving, celebrating collective generosity and nonprofits doing good in the world
When is Giving Tuesday? November 30, 2021 (annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving)
Why Should You Join in Giving Tuesday?
In 2012, New York City’s 92nd Street Y and its Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact decided to encourage a day of giving to follow Thanksgiving Thursday, Black Friday, and Small Business Saturday. They created a hashtag, invited publicity, and changed the world.
Since that first year, Giving Tuesday has grown to become a global movement, with thousands of organizations participating and millions of dollars raised to DO GOOD. With the recent COVID19 pandemic, raising money for nonprofits is more vital than ever. So many have been affected by the pandemic at a time when their resources were limited. Giving to the Greater Baton Rouge nonprofits will help them recover and be able to concentrate on their mission in the community.
Baton Rouge has seen more domestic violence since the pandemic began. District Attorney Hillar Moore’s office has publicly talked about the major spike in cases. "Last year was a high year, and this year is even higher," Moore said.
This year Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge is raising funds for our Family Safe Haven Program which provides clinical treatment and emergency financial assistance to survivors of domestic violence. We hope you’ll join us in supporting this program on November 30th.
Covid -19
Individuals who request to be tested for HIV, HEPATITIS C, and Syphilis will be seen by Appointment Only. Clients will have to wait in their personal vehicle until the service is rendered. They will be called upon when ready to be seen. Upon entry the client will have to perform a Temperature Check and will be asked to complete a COVID-19 questionnaire. It is mandatory that all clients enter will PPE appropriate face covering. If the client does not have a mask one will be provided.
Celebrate The Family/ An All Red Affair
On November 18, 2021, Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge will host it's 27th Annual Gala, Celebrate the Family/ An All Red Affair. This year's event will be one to remember. It will be held at The Hilton Baton Rouge Center from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The honored families to be recognized at this very special event are: Paul Mainier, Local Cajun Navy, John k. Pierre, Warren Bofinger. There will also be a recognition of Exxon Excite. Typically these families have overcome severe adversity or contributed through their volunteer efforts to strengthen the community. We host this event, which celebrates families, while raising funds for the agency. The contributions received from this event will help support Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge and its mission to counsel and strengthen individuals and families improving their quality of life. Guests will come dressed in red or black chic and fun attire, enjoy great food, silent auctions and a great time for a great cause. The tickets are $50 per person or two tickets for $75. Tables are available for $500.
Annual Report
To access our Annual Report please click on the publications tab on the right.
Huey and Angelina Wilson Foundation
Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge receives funding from the Huey and Angelina Wilson Foundation to offer counseling and mental health treatment on a sliding fee scale. For more information or to schedule an appointment please call 225-924-0123. Services are offered Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
