Your Guide to Giving Back This Holiday Season by Daniel Sherwin

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Your Guide to Giving Back This Holiday Season

Social networks like Facebook have made it easier than ever to collect charitable donations in lieu of birthday and holiday gifts. While not everyone is ready to give up their holiday gift-giving entirely, more and more people are looking for opportunities to give back to their community this holiday season.

Giving back is a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit, but with so many worthy causes, it’s hard to know where to start. If you want to get in the giving spirit this holiday season, start with these resources from TriVersity for information on the best ways to give back during the holidays.

Collection Options

Consider putting together a drive to collect items for those in need. This can be toys, clothing, coats, food, you name it.

• Connect with Your Local Toys for Tots Program
• How to Organize a Clothing Drive
• 25 Tips and Ideas for Planning a Successful Food Drive
• 4 Ways Your Child Can Help Feed the Hungry in Your Community

Donations

Giving monetary donations is another great way to show your support this holiday season.

• Donate to TriVersity
• Donate to Volunteers of America
• Send a Donation to PFLAG
• Support the ASPCA to Help Animals in Need

Volunteering Opportunities

Your physical presence will be greatly appreciated should you choose to donate your time to a local cause.

• Volunteer with The United Way in Your City
• Volunteer at a Food Bank During the Holidays

Other Ways to Help

In addition to the above ways to give back, there are plenty of other options when it comes to supporting others this season.

• Start Your Own Nonprofit to Support Your Favorite Cause
• Launch a Campaign to Support Homeless LGBTQ Youth
• How to Use Your Coupon Skills to Help Others

Whether you give a little or give a lot, donate funds or donate your time, giving back to your community is always a worthy cause. That’s especially true during the holiday season when far too many of our friends and neighbors go without. During this year’s holidays, make a point to find a cause you care about and share your holiday cheer with not just your own family, but the community around you too.

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