This is probably one of the easiest years for my Christmas shopping. By mutual agreement, adult family that we exchange with wanted an honorary donation to their favorite charity in lieu of a gift. So, early this morning I made donations to:
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~ Second Harvest Food Bank
~ Heifer International
~ Susan Koman for the Cure
Not only are we helping others, we can deduct these donations on our taxes. And because I used my CC, it will generate miles. These charges will be paid in full when the bill comes, so we are not creating debt.
The only exceptions are my grandniece (10) and grandnephews (6 and 11 months). I completed their shopping a few weeks ago, but it was easy to buy just for three. I do give gifts to the lady who cleans our house and my pet sitter, but their gifts are easy, too: a large box of Sees candy and money (a nice tip). So, yipee... I am done and it is only December 1!!
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A friend of ours has another great idea and he's been doing it for 15 years: A warm blanket and jacket drive. He collects throughout November and December and takes the donations to the homeless shelters in our area. Last week I bought some very nice but inexpensive blankets at Ross to donate, and I got 10% off because it was Tuesday. :-)