I don’t know how many of you have already started or finished your gift lists but I’m nearly done! I have a few things to pick up for my sister and her husband, but that’s it. You know though, the giving season quickly becomes busy and hectic and sometimes we forget why we celebrate Christmas. But planning in advance to keep your heart in the holidays makes it stay in the forefront. Here are some ideas to help you to do that:
* Organize a family giving night and have your kids select charitable gifts from an organization such as the World Vision Gift Catalog. Talk with your children about how giving back changes lives of children and families living in poverty and their effort truly make a difference.
* Host a house party for friends and family and ask your guests to contribute to a share of a group gift such as a farm animal, winter clothing or school supplies to families in need, or even a water well. Make the selection of the item, how to raise funds for the that gift, and the collection of the money a collaborative, group effort.
* After Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday shopping, consider celebrating Giving Tuesday (12/3) and make meaningful, life-changing gift purchases such as medicine, mosquito nets or a fish pond.
* Be active in your giving — volunteer at your local homeless shelter or senior living center; cook a meal or bake cookies for an elderly family member or neighbor.
The World Vision Gift Catalog offers more than 250 items that help fight poverty and save lives here in the U.S. and around the world. With a financial contribution, donors can select one of the 30+ Handcrafted Gifts that can be shared with a loved one and at the same time help a person in need.
This Hand-woven Headband is beautiful. It’s 100% cotton woven by skilled workers of Mayan descendants in Lake Atilian in Guatemala and helps address urgent needs of children, families or communities that might otherwise go unmet.
So head over to the World Vision Catalog and help where it’s needed most…AND get a gift for yourself or someone you care about!
Giveaway: One (1) reader will win a Hand-woven Headband!
This giveaway is only open to U.S. residents ages 18+. No PO Boxes. The winner will have 48 hours to respond, and will be randomly chosen. By entering this giveaway you are stating that you have read and agree to the Privacy Statement and Giveaway Rules posted on our site. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. Giveaway ends December 6, 2013 at 8:00 AM CST.
Tammy Litke is a Dallas blogger, blogging since 2008. She loves to watch movies, play video games, spend time in the kitchen, and travel. Between recipes and reviews you’ll find many helpful and some just plain funny posts on her blog. Welcome, pull up a chair and stay for a while!
I would keep it for myself, I think it is very pretty.
I would give this to my daughter.
For my daughter. Probably me too! We can share.
Id keep this for myself!
My sister would love this.
My teen daughter has recently started wearing headbands…they look great on her! So this would be a nice Christmas gift for her!
I would give this to my granddaughter! Super cute!
the Thai 100% Silk Scarf is something I would love to gift to my daughter!
This would be a great gift for my mom if I won. Thanks for the chance.
Another item I like is the Christmas Ornament Set: Animal Trio.
I'd keep it for myself
I like the Multi-color Beaded Cross Necklace
I'd keep it for myself.
I would keep it for myself. I love the color.
I would give to our granddaughter.
keep it for myself
I would keep this for myself…until my daughter sees it:)
I'd love the Fair-Trade Coffee Set
I would keep this for myself! 🙂
I think my step-mother. I don't really have the proper head-shape.
I'd keep it.
Clean Water Fund is another gift I would love to give
I want to win for my cousin. she is adopted from Haiti and will be 12 next month.
I would keep it for myself.
I'd give it to my daughter if I win it.
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I would keep this for myself.
My favorite is the Fair-Trade Coffee Set.
This would be for me!
I would keep the scarf for myself and send school supplies as my gift choice.
This would be a gift for my sister.
My daughter would like this.
Xmas present for my daughter…thanks!
i also like the Thai 100% Silk Scarf $50…very pretty.
I would think the Fair Trade Coffee Set would be a nice gift to give.
I'd gift this to my daughter. It would look great on her.
This would be wonderful for my daughter. THank you!
I would keep this for myself! Love it!
This would fit nicely in my daughter's stocking!
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I love the Artisan Multi-colored Necklace! Beautiful!
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I would most likely end up keeping it for myself. I like to learn new hairstyles.
If I win I will give this to my daughter!
I love it, would keep it for myself.
I would love this for my daughter
I would give this to my daughter Carly
I would save this as a gift for my mother-in-law. She loves things like these!
I'd keep it for myself.
I''ll give it to my granddaughter
I would keep it for myself.
If I win I will keep it for myself
I would like to give the Embroidered Silk Scarf as a gift
Thank you so much for my headband. It is so pretty.