Christmas is so frantic. Malls are packed. People drive crazy. No one's happy until they sit down to eat. HOHOHOHere's an easy way to make a lasting impact and get the PERFECT gift for those you love - or through those you love :)
OK, I tricked you!!
These gifts are for people you don't know, but would need them so much more. In fact, maybe who ever you're exchanging gifts with will agree to do the same - win win. Even shaving off 30% of your total budget and redirecting it would make a huge impact.
AdventConspiracy.org is a great inspiration on this.
Jesus came into the world to bring justice, and perhaps the best way to celebrate him is to do justice along side him.
Here's my Top 10 gift alternatives for Christmas 2011:
Soccer balls for boys and girls overseas.
Not bad for a kid who probably never played X-box
30$
Greenhouse for a farmer in Ukraine.
Lengthens their growing season and produces better crop.
100$
That pig they always wanted
Pigs actually help families fertilize their gardens, yum.
75$
Police Chase.
Sponsor a 1 day investigation with International Justice Mission
45$
Put a School Kit together
Help kids overseas with needed tools for education
Drop Off Locations
My favorite, and something everyone should own - yes that Water Buffalo on the top of your list!!Water Buffalo's help with transport and more... and they're kind of cute
460$ (less than your average espresso machine)
The rest are some organizations you might not know about, but should...
Big Brothers and Sisters
Matching adult mentors with kids that need it
Welcome Hall Mission
One of Montreal's largest resources for the poor
PAX- Communauté de la Rue
Building relationships with and serving the homeless in Montreal
Bearers of Love
Providing funds and resources for homeless, orphans, and rehabilitating addicts in Ukraine
BONUS GIFT:
Westside is doing a FOOD DRIVE for West Island Mission on Sunday, December 18 and 23. Pop into our gathering and drop off some groceries OR connect with WIM directly!!!
What are your gift options this year?
Are you considering going alternative this year?
How much do you spend on gifts, average?
NEXT POST: my theory on why you should completely reconsider what you give to your toddler (ages 0-5) this Christmas and why?
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