This Giving Tuesday, we have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those who dedicate themselves to keeping us safe. First responders face immense challenges, from physical injuries to mental health struggles, and many organizations are committed to supporting them. Whether you’re looking to help the families of fallen heroes, contribute to mental health programs, or provide direct support for first responders in need, these charitable organizations offer a way for you to give back. Below is a list of organizations where your donations can have a meaningful impact.

1. Survive First

Purpose: Provides mental health and support services to first responders facing PTSD, offering resources, therapy, and peer support.
Website: Survive First

2. International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF)

Purpose: Focuses on providing crisis intervention and peer support to first responders, aiming to prevent long-term mental health issues.
Website: ICISF

3. National Center for the Prevention of Community Violence (NCPCV)

Purpose: Works to reduce violence within communities through prevention programs, training, and support for first responders.
Website: NCPCV

4. National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF)

Purpose: Provides support to the families of fallen firefighters, offers firefighter safety education, and maintains a memorial park.
Donate: They accept donations directly to support their programs.
Website: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

5. Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.)

Purpose: Helps the families and colleagues of law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty, offering counseling, financial aid, and other support.
Donate: Monetary donations fund their programs and help families of fallen officers.
Website: C.O.P.S.

6. The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation

Purpose: Provides mortgage-free homes to the families of fallen first responders and veterans, and helps with other financial assistance programs for injured or ill responders.
Donate: Donations go directly to funding homes for families and supporting injured responders.
Website: Tunnel to Towers

7. First Responders Children’s Foundation

Purpose: Provides scholarships, grants, and financial support to children of first responders who have been killed or injured in the line of duty.
Donate: Contributions support the educational programs and family assistance.
Website: First Responders Children’s Foundation

8. The Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN)

Purpose: Offers support to firefighters diagnosed with cancer, providing financial assistance, counseling, and guidance.
Donate: Donations help fund programs supporting firefighters battling cancer.
Website: Firefighter Cancer Support Network

9. The PTSD Foundation of America

Purpose: Provides resources and peer support to first responders suffering from PTSD, including therapy and rehabilitation programs.
Donate: Your donation will help fund counseling services and treatment for responders facing mental health challenges.
Website: PTSD Foundation of America

10. The 9/11 Memorial & Museum (for First Responders)

Purpose: Commemorates and honors the lives of first responders who died as a result of the 9/11 attacks, offering support to their families.
Donate: Contributions help maintain the memorial and fund programs for 9/11 first responders and their families.
Website: 9/11 Memorial & Museum

11. Code 3 Associates

Purpose: Provides financial and emotional support to injured or ill first responders, focusing on helping those facing hardship.
Donate: Donations help assist first responders who are in dire need of help due to illness or injury.
Website: Code 3 Associates

12. Heroes & Helpers (by Target)

Purpose: Provides assistance to first responders by funding various local community projects that benefit both first responders and the general public, including holiday gift-giving for families in need.
Donate: You can donate directly or through Target’s annual program.
Website: Heroes & Helpers

13. Blue Cancer Connect

Purpose: Blue Cancer Connect’s mission is to show empathy, provide encouragement, and offer support following a life-altering diagnosis of cancer.
Donate: Donations help support officers battling cancer and their families.
Website: Blue Cancer Connect