(Lucian Perkins - TWP)
If you’re looking for ways to give back to the military community over the holiday season, here is a list of resources.
• Donate coats. ZIPS Dry Cleaners center is accepting gently used coats and clothing to be distributed to homeless veterans by the Washington, D.C. VA Medical Center in January.
• Follow up on a food drive. Washington, D.C. VA Medical Center’s Fall Food Drive for Needy Veterans ends Nov. 23, but follow up with participating restaurants and agencies here.
• USO of Metropolitan Washington accepts online donations. The Armed Forces Foundation of Washington also accepts online donations in a variety of categories.
Learn more about which agencies need help. View a list of agencies compiled by CharityChoices.com here.
• View our map. For a complete list of area places to volunteer or donate goods, view our Giving Map.
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