Tennessee first lady launches 12 Days of Giving
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee’s first lady Maria Lee has kicked off a campaign of giving, and hopes you’ll join her.
From Maria Lee on Facebook
On Tuesday, Lee began the 12 Days of Giving social media campaign, highlighting many of the nonprofits found around the state.
Each day of the next 12 weekdays will feature a unique nonprofit.
“Tennesseans are known for their generosity, and Bill and I are especially inspired by how they serve others throughout the holiday season,” Lee said. “It’s our hope that those looking to give back this Christmas find new ways to serve their neighbors while connecting with organizations in need of their support.”
Those to be highlighted includes:
- Day One, November 29: Mid-South Food Bank
- Day Two, November 30: Tucker’s House
- Day Three, December 1: Rest Stop Ministries
- Day Four, December 2: Boys & Girls Clubs of Chattanooga
- Day Five, December 5: LIFELINE Blood Services
- Day Six, December 6: Mission of Hope
- Day Seven, December 7: A Soldier’s Child Foundation
- Day Eight, December 8: My Friend’s House
- Day Nine, December 9: Birth Choice
- Day Ten, December 12: Hispanic Family Foundation
- Day Eleven, December 13: PENCIL Foundation
- Day Twelve, December 14: Appalachia Service Project
Tennesseans are asked to join in supporting the nonprofits.
For more information on how to participate in the 12 Days of Giving, click here.
The 12 Days of Giving began on National Giving Day. You can read more about local nonprofits here.
You can find more news from across the state here.
