Business Cards for Craig - Urban Legend?
The Make A Wish Foundation has asked John and Tammi Bratholm of John and Tammi's Pizza Place to help bring some joy into a child's life . . .
He said when you donate to Goodwill or another charity, only donate stuff that is good. Don't use Goodwill as a place to throw away your trash. If something is too worn out, stained, damaged beyond repair, or just plain out of fashion...put it in the trash, don't give it to Goodwill for them to throw away. That costs them money.
When looking for something frugal to do or somewhere go, take into consideration that there are people that could use some company. Don't overlook the elderly or handicapped. A small gift of your time could brighten someone's day.
It seems that everyone is after "freebies" these days to save a little money. While this may appear to be a good way to save, understanding why freebies are offered and the different types of freebies that are available is essential to make sure you aren't spending more that you thought.
If you were to buy a brand of pet food that your pet won't eat for whatever reason. Don't toss it out in the trash, look in your phonebook to see if your city/town has a no kill animal shelter. Take it there. Lots of people take their pets they no longer want there and just forget about them. They still have to eat and any donations are greatly appreciated and accepted.
FREE for Charity, School, Church, etc. Events
I don't know where you live...but if you have a HomeTown Buffet, Old County Buffet or County Buffet in your area contact their Community Rep. We offer cookies & passes for your event, usually we need a week advance notice. Some, like me even bag & tag the cookies with your logo and/or message. Quite a few restaurants are now doing this. So, if your little league, or Church or any event is coming up give us a call & we'll see what we can do. Robyn in Milford, CT
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Donate to Groups Responding to the Tsunami Disaster
The recent Tsunami from an earthquake near Sumatra has left a huge number of people in several countries without homes, medicine, food or water.
Below is a list of some of the many groups providing critically needed humanitarian aid to tsunami victims. Please consider making a generous donation to one or more of these groups. . .
The U.S. Government has pledged 30 million dollars to relief. If you divide that out among the number of American's that is only a dime per American. Even the poorest of us can afford a dollar and many of us can contribute more. Please consider making a generous donation to one or more of these groups. . .
I don't like giving money to panhandlers but sometimes want to do something. I fixed up lunch bags with a juice box, snack mix, apple, cookies and a candy or two, and a reminder that God loves them. I can hand this to someone on the freeway ramp easily. By Linda
'Ho Ho Ho' and Other Secrets of the Holiday Season
Pssst. Come over here. I have a secret. Santa doesn't work alone. He has help. Lots of it. Here's another secret. Presents DO mysteriously appear under Christmas trees...and sometimes on doorsteps, too.
Your Daily Click Helps Animals Survive! Millions of animals are rescued by shelters every year. Your daily click each day donates food for pets.
Do you get the Christmas cards in the mail an don't know what to do with them? Go to http://anysoldier.com/ and get names of our service people who do not get much mail. Also cost is the same as sending mail here in the states. This is very rewarding also and just a small way of letting them know we have not forgotten them. By JODI
Hello! This is more of an opinion than a tip. I think it's terrible that Target stores will not let the Salvation Army bell ringers stand outside their stores this holiday season! They help many people. I for one will NOT be shopping at Target this season! By aeromama
Make Sure Your Holiday Charity Contribution Counts
As the holiday season approaches, many thoughts turn to helping those less fortunate. In fact, surveys have indicated that over 50 percent of all donations to charity are made between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It's important, however, that you don't make charitable contributions indiscriminately. By following a few precautions, you can ensure your generosity provides maximum benefits for the people and organizations who need your help.
Now is the time to buy a couple extra cans of food for the food drives for the needy that will be coming up. These foods will be greatly appreciated by those less forunate then ourselves. Let your kids get involved by letting them help choose the foods that they will bring to the drive, it teaches compassion and helpfulness. By Debra in Colorado
The Humane Society of the United States
"The Humane Society of the United States makes a difference in the lives of animals here at home and worldwide. The HSUS is dedicated to creating a world where our relationship with animals is guided by compassion. We seek a truly humane society in which animals are respected for their intrinsic value, and where the human-animal bond is strong." - HSUS About US Page
I recently went to a yard sale and they had several jars of sample size body lotion, hand lotion & small bars of soap. I offered $1 for the whole lot and they accepted. I brought the items to a nursing home. It makes someone happy. By Joesgirl
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