Impact
Five ways to give back and make a difference in St. Pete
If you’re searching for a way to give back to your community, the Catalyst’s Impact Connector is here to help. Each week, we feature five organizations in the Tampa Bay area that need your input, whether that’s time, talent, items, funding or simply awareness. We’re certain you’ll find something here that matches your interests and will positively impact the community.
Dr. Celeste Collins (center) and James B. Sanderlin Neighborhood Family Center staff made their pitch onstage, asking for support for a new youth financial literacy program in partnership with BayFirst Financial.
Join 100 Good Guys
100 Good Guys – St. Pete is an organization dedicated to supporting area charities. Nonprofits apply to present at the organization’s quarterly meetings and a steering committee selects three nominees. Members each contribute $100 with a goal of raising $10,000, amplifying the impact of their donations. The group started as a counterpart to the successful 100 Women Who Care – St. Petersburg.
At its fourth quarterly pitch event, the 100 Good Guys giving circle donated to three local charities:
- Parc Center for Disabilities: $10,000
- The Kind Mouse Productions, Inc.: $1,000
- Family Center on Deafness: $500
The group’s next quarterly pitch event is Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. at Bayboro Brewing, 2390 5th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. New members can join at the event or register online at 100goodguys.com.
Volunteer with Golden Generations
Golden Generations, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) community service organization established in 2003 with the mission of strengthening its communities through intergenerational programming. Golden Generations’ mission is supported by volunteers. Whether you’re interested in mission-aligned work such as tutoring and mentoring, or you prefer behind-the-scenes work such as fundraising and grant writing, we need you! Complete the volunteer application form to get started.
Help out at St. Pete Run Fest
St. Pete Run Fest is three days of festival fun from Nov. 15-17, including running events, The Rollin’ Oats Wellness Market and Café, post-race food, music and craft beer from local breweries.
An army of volunteers is needed to help make the race successful. Roles include finish line set up, “Composting Crusaders,” VIP lounge helper, packet pick-up, gear check and more. See available roles and sign up at this link.
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Tori Jasuwan, founder of Babycycle Diaper Bank, said the nonprofit gave out over 100,000 diapers and wipes, and more than 25,000 toys and hygiene items, at its Oct. 22 distribution event.
Donate to Babycycle Diaper Bank
Babycycle’s mission is for no child to go without necessities like diapers, wipes, clean clothing and other basic items. The nonprofit prides itself on being Pinellas County’s only community diaper bank.
Babycycle has held three hurricane relief events since Hurricane Helene first hit the Tampa Bay area Sept. 26. Since then, hundreds have shown up to each event and Babycycle has passed out more than 100,000 diapers and wipes each time.
Donate here: https://babycyclefl.org/
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Help out with Boards for Bros
Saturday, Nov. 9 at 9 a.m., Boards for Bros will be distributing 50 skateboards to children from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay. Volunteers are needed for check-in, board distribution and skate lessons. This event is during Tampa Am and volunteers without a ticket will receive a wristband to remain at the event all day if they wish. No experience necessary and all ages are welcome.
Email info@boardsforbros.org to RSVP or to get more information.
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By engaging in these five impactful ways to give back, we can empower our communities and contribute to a more compassionate society. If your organization is seeking volunteers, donations or awareness, click here to submit your opportunity. We’ll get the word out to our readers.
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