As this year comes to a close in a few days, it’s a good time to reflect on our blessings and head into the new year on a positive note.

It’s also the perfect opportunity to consider how we can help our community by participating in year-end giving of our time and resources.

For the university’s Bear Pantry and other nonprofit organizations in the area, the need is especially great this time of year.

Alex Johnson, director of the Center for Community Engagement at Missouri State University, highlight why people should give back and some ways to get involved.

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