Causes to Get Behind in November

Looking for a cause to rally behind this month? Fundraisers.com provides resources and suggestion on how you can bring awareness to causes that matter the most to you. Here is a list of just some of the worthy causes in November.

Prematurity Awareness Month www.marchofdimes.org

We all want a healthy nine months of pregnancy. But sometimes, things may not go as planned. One out of every eight babies in the United States is born too early (before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy). Premature birth can lead to serious health problems for the baby. Join the March of Dimes community and see how you can help.

Veterens Awareness Week www.navo.us

In 2008, the week of November 9 through November 15 was desingated as ‘National Veterans Awareness Week’ to emphasize the need to develop educational programs regarding the contributions of veterans to the country. Join and find ways to assist vets in need. Make an effort to thank them for protecting the rights we hold so dear.

National Adoption Awareness Month www.adoption.org

Celebrate Adoption Awareness Month with an activity every day. Adoption.org has a calender filled with activities to get you involved.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month www.lungcanceralliance.org

Lung Cancer Awareness Month (LCAM) is a national campaign dedicated to increasing attention to lung cancer issues.

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month www.zerocancer.org

Zero- The Project to End Prostate Cancer, is committed to not only to reduce prostate cancer or alleviate the pain from the disease but to end it. Make sure the men in your lives are tested.

American Diabetes Awareness Month www.diabetes.org

Stop Diabetes is the movement to end the devastating toll that diabetes takes on the lives of millions of individuals and families across our nation. Join the movement and share your story to tell the world how you or a loved one has been affected by this disease.

National Family Caregivers Month www.nfcacares.org

National Family Caregivers Month was created so that we take time to thank, support, educate and empower family caregivers.

Make sure you take the time to support those organizations that so desperately need your help.

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