People are hurt. People are scared. People are angry.

When I’m angry and afraid I try to remember Mr. Rogers.

“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”

As I grew up, I realized that I could be one of those people helping. We can all make some effort or contribution. If you’ll pardon the diversion from my normal gadget and tech commentary, here are some causes I feel might be worth supporting.

This is a multi-faceted and complicated issue, so I’m trying to address the needs of our friends, family, and neighbors in multiple areas. Hopefully there’s a cause you will find worth supporting on this list, and if there are any you would like to share, please don’t be shy in the comments.

We really are all in this together. Let’s BE the helpers.

The ACLU

The American Civil Liberties Union works on issues spanning topics such as capital punishment, criminal law reform, reproductive freedom, immigration rights, LGBT rights and more. Donate to the ACLU here.

The Equal Justice Initiative

The Equal Justice Initiative is committed to ending mass incarceration and excessive punishment in the U.S., challenging racial and economic injustice, and protecting basic human rights for the most vulnerable people in American society. Donate to the EJI here.

Black Visions Collective

Black Visions Collective, based in Minnesota: “We aim to center our work in healing and transformative justice principles, and develop Minnesota’s emerging Black leadership to lead powerful campaigns.” Donate to BLVC here.

The Antiracist Research & Policy Center

The Antiracist Research & Policy Center is a part of American University in Washington, D.C. Funding teams of scholars, policymakers, journalists, and advocates to examine practical policy solutions, and work with policymakers to implement them. Donate to the ARPC here.

NAACP

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People works for the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Donate to the NAACP here.

The CDC Foundation

The most vulnerable communities in our society will be the hardest hit by disease. Here’s how you can support the CDC Foundation’s mission of protecting the health and safety of Americans. Donate to the CDC Foundation here.

Americares

Americares donates medical gear to doctors and nurses, and structures outreach programs for disaster response. Donate to Americares here.

Feeding America

Tonight families will go hungry in this country. Feeding America has search tools to help you find food banks to support in your community. Find a food bank near you.

Run For Something

Run For Something provides tools and support for people in state and local elections. Running efficient, voter-driven campaigns. Change begins at the grass roots. Donate, support local campaigns, or run for office yourself here.

Vote Save America

This one is just for you. No donations. Get registered to vote, and check to make sure you’re still registered to vote! Check your registrations status here.

The EFF

The Electronic Frontier Foundation is the leading nonprofit defending civil liberties online. 20 million people have NO access to broadband. Many MANY more can’t afford it. Protecting digital rights, ensures the voiceless have a voice. Donate to the EFF here.