Archive - December 2006
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5 Minutes of Caring and
More Time on Your Hands...
5 minutes of caring
- Guiltless Online Shopping
by Sam Davidson,
December 29
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Spend that holiday gift money on something with a purpose.
- Stamp It
by Sam Davidson,
December 28
Spend a few extra cents and send some change with that letter.
- Giving Groups
by Sam Davidson,
December 27
Make friends and influence people.
- Holiday Recycling
by Sam Davidson,
December 26
When you're ready to clean up, we're here to help.
- Family Time
by Sam Davidson,
December 25
Merry Christmas from the family.
- Cook Twice
by Sam Davidson,
December 22
Give the surprise gift of food this Christmas.
- Wear Something
by Sam Davidson,
December 21
(1 comment)
Offer up some shirt space for a good cause.
- Decline the Extras
by Sam Davidson,
December 20
You don't need what you already have.
- Digital Donations
by Sam Davidson,
December 19
Recycling is like refurbishing, but better.
- Toast to Awareness
by Sam Davidson,
December 18
Tell those you love what you care about.
- Travel Smarter
by Sam Davidson,
December 15
Save gas and money as you roadtrip to grandma's.
- How To Give
by Sam Davidson,
December 14
Giving can be easy AND meaningful.
- Shower Quicker
by Sam Davidson,
December 13
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Save time. Save the planet.
- All Those Leaves
by Betsy Neely,
December 12
'Leave' your leaves out of landfills and streams this time of year.
- Decorate Wisely
by Sam Davidson,
December 11
Follow these simple steps for a happy home and planet.
- Donate Your Stuff
by Sam Davidson,
December 8
Don't just toss it or box it – give it to someone in need.
- Collect Your Grease
by Betsy Neely,
December 7
Keep fats and oils out of our waterways.
- Give Without Getting Up
by Stephen Moseley,
December 6
(1 comment)
It's never been easier to help others.
- Skip the Drive-Thru
by Sam Davidson,
December 5
(1 comment)
Going inside could save you about $10 a year.
- Dump Your Change
by Sam Davidson,
December 4
Those pennies add up.
- World AIDS Day
by Sam Davidson,
December 1
Do something in honor of World AIDS Day.
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more time on your hands
- Intentionally Serving the Poor
by Jeff Morrison,
December 29
Using your unique talent to serve others is a rewarding experience. And it's something only YOU can do. So get out there and do what you do best - for others.
- I Made Christmas Not My Birthday
by Luanne Davidson,
December 22
By trying my best to take the "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday" Challenge, I rediscovered the true meaning of the holiday season. By taking small steps to offset my spending and greediness, I gave to those in need, helped others, and changed my small part of the world.
- Socially Aware Shopping
by Lynnette Davidson,
December 15
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Ten Thousand Villages is one of the largest fair trade organizations in North America. Working with more than 100 artisan groups, Ten Thousand Villages purchases fine pieces from craftspeople with whom it has longstanding, nurturing relationships, helping to bring dignity to their lives. At the store you'll find everything from folk art and home décor, ceramics, textiles, baskets, jewelry and musical instruments.
- Giving That Means Something
by Aron Michalski,
December 8
Last year, right around this time, my mother asked me what I wanted for Christmas. I danced around the question, as she did when I asked her the same. Then she admitted she'd already bought a goat in my name. And then I admitted I had bought a share of a water buffalo in her name. So instead of another sweater, my mother helped provide a family in Thailand with a draft animal to till their fields. And instead of another tie to hang in my closet, I helped provide milk to a malnourished family in Cambodia.
- Visit Someone on Christmas
by Betsy Neely,
December 1
This Christmas, visit people who don't have the luxury of being home for the holidays. You'll enjoy giving your smiles and presence as much as those on the receiving end.
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