Feeling stumped for Christmas gifts this year? Why not consider the gift of kindness by supporting a charity?
I’ve been sharing a charity gift guide annually since 2014, not only to help others but also to find meaningful presents for those notoriously difficult-to-buy-for loved ones. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to support amazing small businesses making a positive impact.
Forget generic bath sets and dusty ties – let’s spread joy with gifts that truly matter! Imagine the feeling of knowing your present helped provide a chicken for a family in need. Many of these unique gifts come with a beautiful card or can be easily printed and paired with homemade treats.
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
DONATE A FEW TINS OR A HAMPER TO A NEARBY FOODBANK – VARIOUS
Whatever you can afford to give – non-perishables are usually best as the food banks can hold onto them as long as needed without having to refrigerate.
DONATE A CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR A WOMAN OR CHILD ESCAPING DOMESTIC ABUSE
Empower women escaping domestic abuse: Your gift can provide essential support as they rebuild their lives.
Help Grant the Wish of a Critically Ill Child
From recycling to shopping online, there are lots more ways to help us grant life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses.
Support vital projects around the world, from emergency relief to community development.
ENSURE A FUTURE VIA THE GIFT OF EDUCATION – SAVE THE CHILDREN
Whether you buy a food basket or a football, each Wishlist gift helps change the lives of children across the world. Goats (or even better two), water filters, art sets, winter clothes or even tree saplings – they all make a difference.
ADOPT AN ENDANGERED ANIMAL – WWF
Help protect wildlife and receive a symbolic adoption certificate and a cuddly toy.
DONATE SOMETHING VIA YOUR NEAREST HYGIENE BANK
Like foodbanks but with hygiene essentials instead.
DONATE TOWARDS DEPRIVED CHILDRENS FUTURES – UNICEF
For more than 65 years, Unicef has been a leader in providing life-saving help for children caught in emergencies around the world. Their emergency relief effort complements our development work that helps children to survive and stay healthy, go to school, to have a voice on matters that affect them, and protect them from abuse and exploitation. All the more reason to include them in my charity gift guide.
BUY A FAMILY A SCHOOL DESK, A SHEEP FELLOW OR ANTIBIOTICS FOR A SICK CHILD
Each Christian Aid gift bought will help Christian Aid transform the lives of people in poor communities around the world – helping families in countries such as Ethiopia, Haiti, Bangladesh and many more places in need of support.
These are just a few suggestions. Consider donating blood, volunteering your time, or simply offering a helping hand to someone in need.
Disclaimer: I’m sharing these charities purely because I believe in their work.
I’d love to hear your thoughts! Do you have any favorite charities or causes close to your heart?
