Giveback.org - Makes Giving Easy

If you're like me, you're full of good intentions for giving, but don't always follow through.  I think of a charity I'm interested in, then later forget or I get overwhelmed with trying to divide things up and it doesn't end up getting done at all!  Additionally, I hate having to keep up with all of my receipts from various organizations for taxes.

Enter Giveback - this site lets you start your own foundation, adding all of the charities into one convenient place.  In addition, you are given the option to shop through it's site, where you can earn up to 15% for your foundation.

It's easy to find the charities you are looking for with their search options.  You can find local to national charities - any charity registered with the IRS is listed.  Additionally, you'll get one receipt at the end of the year instead of multiple receipts from different places.  So much easier to keep up with!

There is no cost to join, and since sponsors cover the cost of the site, 100% of what you give goes to the charities.

What is your favorite charity?  I'm still looking to fill out my foundation!

This Holiday Season, I hope That I Remember to Give!

Thanksgiving is approaching.  I love Thanksgiving, because it doesn’t revolve around gifts, just simply being thankful and sharing with those around us.  I recently read an article that pointed out that while it is wonderful to remember God’s bounty, we also need to remember that it is our duty to protect what God has so graciously given to us and put in his care.  

As we are all too aware now, the abundance of nature is directly proportional to what we put into it.  If we treat the Earth with love and respect, we will receive bountifulness in return.  If we take from the Earth without ever given back, we get harsher climates, unfruitful soil, a loss of species - the list goes on.  

Humans are the only beings on this planet with free will.  While other animals act on instinct, we daily make choices that effect not only ourselves, but everyone around us as well.  I hope this Thanksgiving you take a few minutes and give back to Mother Earth, who has given us so much!  

Plant something, recycle, or buy some local/organic produce.  Pledge to get rid of toxic cleaners or use less gas, start a compost pile!  Create a bird sanctuary in your backyard.  The list goes on.  

I hope all of you have a wonderful holiday season, and remember to give back!