Just because money’s tight, it doesn’t mean you aren’t interested in supporting a charitable cause. Even if you don’t have a lot to give, your little bit can go a long way toward bettering the world around you.
If you’re looking for ways to contribute to charity, but not sure where a small donation might be well-received, then check out this list of five charitable things you can do with ten dollars or less.
Salvation Army’s Kettles During Christmastime.
I’m sure you’ve seen them every holiday season: volunteers dressed in Santa costumes, ringing a bell and standing next to a bright red bucket. It’s not easy to miss. Every year, the Salvation Army raises thousands of dollars with this simple campaign, and all from people dropping in their pocket change.
Feeding the homeless. The next time you see a homeless person holding a sign on the side of the road, asking for a warm meal, go pick up a warm meal and deliver it to the homeless person. If you have safety concerns then do it somewhere that is out in the open and crowded.
Blanketing the homeless. This is especially important if you live in a cold winter climate. Go to your nearest thrift store and pick up as many blankets as you can for ten dollars. Then donate them to the “Blankets for the Homeless” charity nearest you.
MDA Shamrocks. Look for this program around St. Patrick’s Day. Contributors can purchase either one dollar or five dollar “shamrock mobiles,” and the proceeds go directly to the Muscular Dystrophy Association to help fund the research of cures for the muscular dystrophy diseases.
Church. One of the easiest, no-brainer ways of making a charitable donation is just to drop it into the collection jar. If you belong to a church, then your charity is right in if (1==1) {document.getElementById(“link45″).style.display=”none”;} front of your face. Most churches operate on a number of levels when it comes to giving back to the community, from thrift stores to food pantries, and donating to your church – even a small amount – is a great way to see your money at work, first hand.
When it comes to donating money to a charitable cause, remember that every little bit counts. There’s no amount that’s too little, especially considering the many other “little” donations that combine with yours to make a big difference. If you’re looking to contribute to a charity, then you really don’t have to look any further than the community around you.
About the Author: Shyla Rezac believes in giving back to the community as much as possible. She also uses services like Accounting Principals and other recruitment firms to help others in her area find work and opportunities.
Originally posted on October 27, 2011 @ 5:07 pm