As the year ends, many people start thinking about donating to charities. Whether it's a move based on your tax liability, just to feel good, or if you have a personal connection, your help makes all the difference to New Jersey charities.

We talked about helping others on the show this week and our listeners called in with a few local groups that deserve a look:

Birth Haven in Newton

They take in women who are pregnant and don't have the resources and support to get through pregnancy and after the baby is born.

Connor's Crew

Don in Basking Ridge's grandson passed away a few years ago. They are working on a toy delivery with Larry from Eagle Riders and they are donating to Senior Spirit in Roselle Park.

Cancer-A-Go-go

Raising Hope for Others

Helps individuals pay medical bills if they don't have insurance or are underinsured.

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