This is the season of giving and celebrating. Many people embrace it with the exchange of gifts to uplift and put smiles on people's faces. During this joyful time, we must also remember that there are many worthy causes and contributing to a favoured cause is a great alternative to receiving traditional gifts.
I continually hear about ways people are helping in and around their community this season. Whether it be a food or toy drive, collecting and donating old clothes and toys, or organizing the assembly of gift baskets for the needy, there are many ways everyone can come together during the holidays.
One of the simplest and easiest ways to help out is by choosing a charity or fund to contribute towards.
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Starlight Children's Foundation :
Information about the fund:
"Starlight programs are designed to create laughter, fun memories and a
welcome distraction at a time when seriously ill children and their
families need it most. Your support will fund in hospital fun (toy
filled rooms and gaming centers) and out-of-hospital escapes (family fun
events and adventures)."
Ways to contribute:
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Food Banks Canada :
Information about the fund:
"Food Banks Canada is the national charitable organization representing
and supporting the food bank community across Canada." Their membership and
their respective agencies serve approximately 85% of people accessing
essential food
programs nationwide.
Ways to help:
http://www.foodbankscanada.ca/Get-InvolvedWays to contribute:
1 - Individuals: www.foodbankscanada.ca/Get-Involved/Individuals2 - Corporations: www.foodbankscanada.ca/Get-Involved/Corporations
3- Text HUNGER to 30333, and your $5 donation will be added to your next mobile phone bill.
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Canadian Cancer Society :
Information about the fund:
A national, community-based organization of volunteers, whose
"mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality
of life of people living with cancer."
Ways to help:
http://www.cancer.ca/Canada-wide
Ways to contribute:
http://www.cancer.ca/Canada-wide/donation
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Sandy Hook Elementary School :
The events that took place on December 14th 2012 in a
small town in Connecticut has definitely left it's mark. The shock and
disbelief has hit a global scale and stories of it's littlest victims
and educational heroes continues to make waves. For those looking to
reach out and help, there have been several funds created to help the
Sandy Hook Elementary victims' families.
The Emilie Parker Fund:
Information about the fund:
"The funds will go to support Robbie and Alissa, in taking time off work to be with family, any medical expenses, in flying to Utah to arrange and plan a funeral. Thank you to everyone for this outpouring of love. Your kind words and prayers are so needed and appreciated."https://www.facebook.com/EmilieParkerFund
Ways to contribute:
1 - Use the email " brookeprothero@yahoo.com " when setting up a WishGift and all donations will be directly deposited in their account.2 - Check donations may be mailed to:
Sandy Hook School Support Fund
c/o Newtown Savings Bank
39 Main Street, Newtown CT 06470
You can find more information and donate using cards at:
https://newtown.uwwesternct.org/
Friends of the Engel Family Fund:
"Thank you to everyone that has liked this page and donated to the fund.
In the immediate term, this fund will help the family cover Olivia's
final expenses, as well as allow the family to take the time to grieve
and love each other. 100% of all donations will go straight to the
family to help them in their darkest hour."Information about the fund:
https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfTheEngelFamilyFundWays to contribute:
https://www.paypal.com/OliviaEngelFund
The Sandy Hook School Support Fund:
The Sandy Hook School Support Fund,
set up by the United Way of Western Connecticut, will provide support
services to families and the community. All donations to this fund will
go directly to those affected: Information about the fund and ways to contribute:
https://newtown.uwwesternct.org/Know of a great organization
dedicated to helping others?
Share it with us in the comments below.
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