The holidays can be a stressful time for most people, but one thing that can help you get centered and focus on what this time of year is really about is giving back. Whether you want to volunteer your time at a shelter or food bank, donate items to those who are less fortunate or put together a festive party for your loved ones to help them have a great holiday, there are tons of ways you can celebrate and give something back to others. Here are a few resources to help you get started, presented below by Words Between Coasts.

Collection Options

One great way to give back during the holidays is to host a collection. This way, you can collect food, toys, and other items for various charities and organizations. Getting involved is incredibly easy; the following resources can help you get started.

How to Organize a Clothing Drive

Easy Tips for a Successful Food Drive

4 Ways Your Child Can Help Feed the Hungry in Your Community

Collect Toys for Tots

Donations

If you’d rather make a donation to an organization of your choice, that’s easy to do as well! In fact, donating via the internet makes it easy to connect directly with the charity of your choice. Below are just a few to remember during the holiday season.

Humane Society: Make a Gift Donation

 

Donate to Disabled Veterans of America

Make a Donation to St. Jude in Memory of Someone

Volunteering Opportunities

Many people choose to spend their time volunteering during the holidays. This way, you can directly help people within your community.

Helping the Homeless During the Holidays

Ring for the Salvation Army

Help for Veterans

Deliver with Meals on Wheels

Other Ways to Help

Outside of the options outlined above, you can also find other ways to help people during the holiday season. The ideas below only scratch the surface.

5 Ways You Can Donate Your Gift-Wrapping Skills to Charity

25 Creative Winter Fundraising Ideas

How to Use Your Coupon Skills to Help Others

Use Websites to Send Money Home

It’s easy to get carried away with buying gifts and the commerce that typically comes with the holiday season, but if you make an effort to focus a little of your time on your loved ones or those who are less fortunate, you’ll truly get the most out of the holiday season. If you want to really boost your ability to give back, ask a friend or family member to join you so you can work together.

 

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