Dear Reader:

As 2023 draws to a close, it’s a time for many to gather and celebrate. But it’s also a time of giving, and this issue of our Giving magazine provides both inspiration and numerous ideas on how you can help those in need through charitable aid.

Whether it’s a monetary donation, a gift of goods or volunteering your time, there’s a myriad of worthy charities that can benefit greatly from the generosity of L.A. Times readers like yourself.

Here we present a guide to philanthropic organizations that are working diligently to better the lives of others – serving the unhoused, the elderly, animal welfare, the environment, children and adults facing food insecurity as well as social justice and equity issues.

You’ll also find two very interesting articles on giving. One discusses the importance of planning and budgeting your charitable contributions in order to maximize the impact of your gifts while minimizing mistakes from a wealth management standpoint. The other article presents the findings of several studies that reinforce the health benefits of philanthropy and service.

We hope that shedding some light on the special organizations listed in this issue of Giving will ignite a philanthropic spirit in our readership. On behalf of our sponsors and all the nonprofits mentioned in this magazine, we wish you joy and peace this holiday season.

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