Giving Tuesday: How to support this east Toledo organization [Video]

TOLEDO, Ohio — We kicked off the holiday season by giving thanks, and now it’s time to give back to your communities.

On Giving Tuesday (preceded by Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday), generosity is encouraged. People recognize the day by donating to charities and non-profits.

And at the East Toledo Family Center donations will be matched by up to $5,000 from the Toledo Refining Company.

East Toledo Family Center Executive Director Jodi Gross said the annual day of giving means a lot to them. 

“People give to nonprofits on this day. And it’s even more special because it’s a global movement. The generosity of our community really makes sure we make it to the end of the year,” said Gross. 

The donations help families, youth and seniors in Toledo. 

This year they are hoping the community gives anything they can, but …