5 Must-Follow Franklin Charity Facebook Pages

FRANKLIN, TN - Whether you've got some extra time or extra money to spare, there's a charity in Franklin that could use your help. Find out how you can give back to the Franklin community this holiday season by following these local charities on Facebook.

Find out about fundraising drives and volunteer opportunities this holiday season by signing up for the Franklin Patch free morning newsletter and Breaking News Alerts.

United Way of Williamson County Tennessee is a popular place for children and parents to volunteer together, especially during the holiday season. United Way works with businesses, government agencies, other charities and individuals to find solutions for those in need in the Franklin area. They're open from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Hockey Saves, INC is a nonprofit organization that supports the health and well being of United States military personnel by providing them with the chance to play hockey. While the mission of Hockey Saves may sound simple, its slogan "for a few hours, nothing else matters" is exactly what soldiers need to decompress. Follow Hockey Saves, INC on Facebook and get updates about their holiday clothes donation drives and stay on top of any upcoming scrimmages or pick up hockey matches.

The Outreach Foundation provides people in third world countries, like Sudan, with some of the necessary items needed for their survival. This holiday season, you can help support members of the Church of South Sudan by donating to The Outreach Foundation. Follow the Outreach Foundation on Facebook and stay up to date about their different fundraising needs, and see spotlight stories about the people and organizations that Outreach is serving abroad.

Morning After Ministries is a charity that supports young women by providing them with spiritual, educational and emotional support. If you follow the Morning After Ministries Facebook page, you'll receive updates about different opportunities to volunteer as a one-on-one counselor, a tutor or a professional job hunting coach. Support young women in Franklin this holiday season by donating your time or money to Morning After Ministries.

Buy A Tree Franklin is a charitable organization that raises money for educating underprivileged children abroad through the sale of Christmas trees. By purchasing a Christmas tree from 'Buy a Tree Franklin' this holiday season, you will help support 2 orphanages in Cambodia and provide food to middle school students abroad. Follow Buy a Tree Franklin on Facebook to receive updates about hours for the Christmas Tree lot and learn how you can sign up to volunteer to help sell trees yourself.

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