Donate Your Old GlassesIt's the time of year to be thinking of others: Your old prescription glasses may be able to help someone else. If your local eyeglass store doesn't collect and redistribute them, contact your local Lens Crafters or Lions Club.
By Chell
Volunteer For Something You EnjoyVolunteering isn't so bad after all. Did you know that you can choose what you like to do the best? Check with your Chamber of Commerce, Hospital, the local police department, School including the local college.
Donate Excess Trial Size ToiletriesIf you've ever gotten more trial size lotions, shampoos, soaps via traveling, and more than you can use, or maybe no longer need or want. Don't forget about the less fortunate in your area.
Bags for Goodwill or Salvation Army DonationsI keep a plastic bag on the back of my closet door. Whenever I see an item in the closet that does not fit or that I will not be wearing any more, I put it in the bag. When the bag fills up, I drop it off at Goodwill or Salvation Army. This is an easy way to clean out as you go. Remember, if you do this get a receipt. All donations are tax deductible.
Secure Donated Electronic Parts TogetherThis tip goes out to all you frugal living people who remember to give back! Donations can often be nothing more than someone looking for the use of a free dumpster, and gently used is the key.
Ask for Gifts for Others at Your PartyEvery year, I have a Christmas open house and invite everyone on my Christmas card list. It is a blast. Only thing is, I always ended up with several bottles of wine or liquor (we do not drink) and a ton of boxes of candy which I really didn't need.
Give a Mending Kit With Donated ClothingDuring the Katrina aftermath, the school I worked at in Texas had quite a few refugee families move in. People often donate used clothing for these kind of events, but sometimes that clothing isn't exactly perfect.
Donate Excess Sale Items to CharitiesSometimes when grocery shopping I will purchase a product, usually a "two for the price of one", that is new to me looking to bring something different to the table. This could be a new flavor of a sauce or rice mix, many times a sale item to promote a new product.
Buy Postage Stamps to Help Pet SheltersI wanted to share this with fellow pet lovers because it's for such a wonderful cause and I think this is a great thing to spread around!
Link: Shop With iGive To Donate To CharitiesI found a site called iGive.com. It gives a percentage of my online purchase amounts to this charity when I shop stores through their site. These are online stores that I shop from anyway.
Donating FoodThis is a page about donating food. Donating food not only helps those in need, but is a wonderful alternative to buying gifts for Christmas and other occasions.
Giving to CharityThis is a page about giving to charity. If you are thinking about making contributions to charity there are some tips for staying focused and feeling good about your gifts.
Charitable Giving Ideas for the HolidaysThis is a page about charitable giving ideas for the holidays. During the holidays, giving gifts of food and presents to families in need is very much in keeping with the spirit of the season.
Donating Items to NICU BabiesThis is a page about donating items to NICU babies. Special newborn babies may benefit from donations of warm knitted and crocheted clothing or blankets.
Collecting Baby Items for Charity?This is a page about collecting baby items for charity. Helping to gather items whether homemade or gently used for orphanages can make a difference.
Finding Nursing Home DonationsThis is a page about finding nursing home donations. At yard sales and second hand stores you may find inexpensive things to share with folks in assisted living facilities.
Donations to Animal RescueThis is a page about donations to animal rescue. Helping support organizations that help unwanted pets find new homes, can be done in a variety of ways.
Plant A Row For The HungryThis is a page about plant a row for the hungry. When planning your garden, there are ways to grow extra food for others who are less fortunate.
Sending Coupons to Military FamiliesThis is a page about sending coupons to military families. Passing along unwanted coupons to military families, is a great way to help them stretch their income. Here is some information about where you can send your coupons so that they can be distributed to military families overseas.
Finding Places to VolunteerThere are endless opportunities to volunteer in your community. You can volunteer through your church, the local school system, homeless shelters, or even stores where you live.
Check Your Neighborhood Facebook Group to Get Help During ChristmasFacebook has a bunch of groups that give away free things. If you do a search in the Facebook search bar look for; freecycle near me, or buy nothing near me. Depending on where you live there may even be a buy/swap group for parents to give/sell kids' clothes, toys, etc. In these types of groups, I have often found many generous people that are willing to help their neighbors in need or also give advice on where to get help locally.
