If you’ve lived in the Tyler metro area for any length of time, you already know we’re a community of givers. What you might not know is just how large and active our nonprofit sector really is.
For an area of our size, Tyler’s nonprofit footprint is remarkable. In fact, we surpass similarly-sized Texas metros such as Amarillo and Bryan–College Station in the sheer number of nonprofit organizations serving residents.
As we approach the holiday season, and many of us pause to reflect, give back, and plan our volunteer commitments for the new year, it’s worth recognizing that Tyler is home to hundreds of nonprofit organizations doing meaningful, high-impact work.
Impact Tyler, a program of Leadership Tyler, is one great example of how our community connects people with causes. (I’m a proud alum of Leadership Tyler Class 31, so I’ve seen firsthand how powerful those connections can be.)
What makes Tyler’s nonprofit community so unique is its breadth and depth. We have organizations dedicated to healthcare, cultural arts, community revitalization, youth development, hunger relief, education, senior care, and economic improvement (just to name a few). Whatever your passion, there’s a place here where your time, talent, or financial support can make a real difference.
I’m honored to serve on the Board of Hospice of East Texas, an organization that embodies compassion and service. Our company is also proud to support institutions that strengthen the fabric of our community, including the Cowan Center, the Junior League of Tyler’s Mistletoe & Magic, and Heart of Tyler, which champions downtown, where our offices are located. These nonprofits, along with so many others, help ensure Tyler remains a vibrant, connected, and caring place to call home.
As we look toward the holidays and the year ahead, I encourage everyone to find a cause that speaks to them. Whether you give financially, volunteer your time, attend an event, or simply share the word about an organization you believe in, every contribution matters. Together, we can continue to uphold and strengthen Tyler’s long-earned reputation as a community that cares.
Originally published in the Tyler Morning Telegraph.
