Tamaqua Mayor Chris Morrison has proclaimed Nov. 29 as “Giving Tuesday” in the borough of Tamaqua. The proclamation was made at the Nov. 15 meeting of Tamaqua Borough Council, when two local nonprofit organizations, Safer Streets for Tamaqua’s Little Feet and the Tamaqua Salvation Army, were on hand to explain how residents can help others over the holiday.

The two groups are working together on a Giving Tree Program, collecting new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, scarves and boots for residents who can’t afford winter clothing and warm shoes.These items will then be hung on a tree in Depot Square Park for anyone who needs them.The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree and Red Kettle Drive programs are also underway.Giving Tuesday is a global movement to recognize and encourage citizens to work together, rally for causes, volunteer time, or make financial contributions on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving and at other times throughout the year.“The proclamation is a great way to encourage everyone to give back to the community in whatever way is personally meaningful. No matter what cause you feel strongly about, there is likely an organization in Tamaqua,” Morrison says. “Everyone has something to give.”