Northern Nevada rallies for Giving Tuesday: local groups aim for $10,000 to boost services

Northern Nevada organizations are marking Giving Tuesday with community-focused fundraising campaigns aimed at expanding services, improving access and supporting local families.

The May Arboretum Society at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park launched a $10,000 Giving Tuesday goal to support two new enhancement projects within the arboretum. The organization says the improvements will elevate the visitor experience and reinforce its mission of conservation and community education. Donors can participate by visiting mayarboretumsociety.org and selecting the “Get Involved” tab.

Note-Able Music Therapy Services (NMTS) in Reno is also seeking to raise $10,000 today to expand access to its music therapy programs. The nonprofit says its services help children and adults build confidence, communication skills and emotional well-being. A $50 donation can fund a monthlong scholarship for a client, while $300 can provide six months of classes for a child working on social skill development or help support local caregivers who rely on the program. Contributions can be made at nmtsreno.org.

Other local organizations participating in Giving Tuesday include Safe Embrace, Veterans Guest House and Nevada Humane Society, each encouraging northern Nevadans to support programs that stay entirely within the community.

Many Giving Tuesday campaigns run through midnight, offering residents a chance to make an immediate impact on local nonprofits serving the region.