What I am Teaching My Children about Giving
Taking Turns
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This Tuesday, please join me in being generous in whatever way speaks to you the most, be it by writing a check to a nonprofit whose mission moves you, or by volunteering, or by helping your neighbor in some small way. We are going to be taking a load of donations to the thrift store that we also shop at, because it is our turn to share some items with others! We are going to try to send more toys this time around, so that some of those toys might find themselves under someone else’s Christmas tree this year! Here are a TON of ideas to get your family started!
There are over 2,400 charities, volunteer organizations, corporations and foundations working together in all 50 U.S. states to help get the word out about Giving Tuesday, and to encourage individuals to live out one of the most awesome traits of Americans: generosity. And remember: it doesn’t have to be grand to be good. Every turn taken to be the one to share has a ripple effect. Get ready to start one of those ripples this Tuesday!
Robin Dance says
I’m popping over here AFTER Tuesday, but LOVE this concept. I was part of a huge fundraiser for Mercy House Kenya on Tuesday (though it’s been going on for months, it hit the goal on Tuesday…perfect timing, huh?).
Fantastic, Tiffany :).
Tiffany Merritt says
Oh how awesome that the goal was hit on #GivingTuesday!
Mary @ Giving Up on Perfect says
Great ideas!! We’ve done Angel Tree before, too. This year our church’s kids program is giving coats, hats, etc. to a local clothing and shelter place. Excited to go through Annalyn’s closet (with her) and then head to the store to buy some gloves, hats and more to contribute!
Jill says
I love AngelTree!! We just adopted a family to give some presents to as well. My kids always need a gentle reminder that many kids have life much harder than they do 😉
Remi says
Inspired by this article will definitely pass this on and teach my baby boy. Thanks for sharing
Tiffany Merritt says
So glad it was helpful! Thanks for letting me know!