Ways to Support SHINE Together

1. Make a Financial Donation
Your monetary gift directly supports our programs, events, and essential services for students and families in need. One-time and monthly giving options are available.

2. Sponsor a SHINE Store
Help us stock a SHINE Store with hygiene items, school supplies, basic essentials, and other resources students need. Sponsorships are open to individuals, businesses, and community groups.

3. Volunteer Your Time
Become a SHINE volunteer and support events, student programs, weekend initiatives, and behind-the-scenes operations. One-time and ongoing roles are available.

4. Donate Food Items
Food donations support our community events, weekend meal bags, and emergency resources for families experiencing food insecurity.

5. Provide In-Kind Contributions
Donate new hygiene products, school supplies, backpacks, and other essential items that directly support students.

6. Corporate & Community Partnerships
Businesses, faith groups, and civic organizations can partner with SHINE through sponsorships, supply drives, event partnerships, or employee volunteer days.

7. Host a Hygiene or School Supply Drive
Organize a drive at your workplace, school, church, or neighborhood to collect hygiene items or school supplies that go directly to students.

8. Give Through Matching Gifts
Ask your employer if they match charitable donations. Many companies will double — sometimes triple — your gift to SHINE Together.

9. Legacy or Planned Giving
Create a lasting impact by including SHINE Together in your estate planning through wills, trusts, or beneficiary designations.

10. Donate Professional Services
Professionals such as educators, counselors, creatives, and service providers can offer their skills to strengthen our programs and community events.