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5 MORE Free Ways to Give

November 20, 2009

The following is a guest post from Stephanie of Couponing 101.
Inspired by Alyssa’s Five Free Ways to Give, here are five more FREE ways you can give!
1. Box Tops – Box Tops are found on hundreds of products like Cheerios, Chex Mix, Cottonelle, and Kleenex. Clip the Box Top symbol from the package and give it to your child’s [...]

The 30-Day Giving Challenge: Half Way Point

November 16, 2009

Yesterday marked the half-way point in our 30-Day Giving Challenge. With 15 days of giving behind us, and 15 ahead, I want to encourage everyone to keep on journaling.
My Pastor concluded his series yesterday on giving, which has really helped me stay focused on the importance of generosity. Some may question the actual reason behind [...]

The 30-Day Giving Challenge: Day 13

November 14, 2009

We are nearly half way through the month, and The Challenge is still going strong! Many readers have emailed me privately with stories of how they are being blessed through giving. I can’t describe how much that blesses me in return.
Today I want to share a video which I believe is a great reminder of [...]

Wordless Wednesday: Make-A-Wish

November 11, 2009

So you know how we stopped by the mall the other day to do a little giving? Well, we did not stop at Sears. Next stop… Macy’s!

I think I can count on one hand the number of times I have taken my children inside a department store. But it was for a good cause, [...]

Day 11: The 30-Day Giving Challenge

November 11, 2009

November 11th, 2009. Day 11 of The 30-Day Giving Challenge, and a day to honor our veterans. Words cannot possibly express my gratitude for their service.
I love this quote from The Happy Housewife’s blog:
Not everyone is able to serve in our Armed Forces, but everyone can serve our Armed Forces.
Read her 13 Things You Can [...]

Warm a Heart by Donating a Coat

November 10, 2009

When I first heard about The Big Warm Up Event through Facebook, I knew it was a great opportunity to show my kids what giving is all about. Sure, they see me bag up clothing for the Goodwill, but typically they do not see it go any farther than that.
So yesterday, I loaded up the [...]

Day 9: The 30-Day Giving Challenge

November 9, 2009

Week 2 of The 30-Day Giving Challenge is officially underway! I have enjoyed reading Week 1 recaps on several blogs. If you wrote one, feel free to share below in comments.
I do want to stress that this is not about “bragging” on our good deeds, but I do find it truly inspiring to read about [...]

Day 7: The 30-Day Giving Challenge

November 7, 2009

Today marks the end of the first week of The 30-Day Giving Challenge. What an amazing week it has been! The Facebook and Twitter reports have been so much fun to see.
In case you missed it, read 5 FREE Ways to Give for some ideas.
I have several more causes and charities I plan to highlight [...]

5 FREE Ways to Give

November 6, 2009

A few years ago, my family’s finances were in such disarray that giving even a small amount seemed like an impossible stretch. Thankfully we made it through that difficult time with a lot of discipline and God’s grace, but that is a whole other post.
Perhaps you are finding it tough right now to be generous [...]

Day 5: The 30-Day Giving Challenge

November 5, 2009

We are now 5 days into the challenge and I already feel a change in my heart. Giving is becoming second nature, and opportunities to help others seem to fall in my lap.
This is ultimately what I was hoping would occur, I just did not expect it to so soon!
The generosity movement continues to spread [...]

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