When my kids go back to school in a few weeks and their teachers ask them, “How did you spend your summer vacation?” I hope they have all sorts of fond memories of long days at the pool, endless nights catching fireflies, and time spent in laughter with family and friends. I also cross my fingers that the time they dedicated to helping others will linger in the forefront of their minds as some of the most meaningful, proud days…
Involving Your Children in Helping Feed the 35 Million Hungry Americansmy world • raising giving children
According to the US Department of Agriculture, “At least 35 million Americans aren’t getting enough food each day. Yet about 100 billion pounds of food are wasted in America every year.” This is an astounding fact. Ask yourself: Are you contributing to the waste or are you helping feed the…
Teaching Children to Give—Involving Them in Charitable Programsmy world • raising giving children
The single most impactful thing you can do to teach your children to fall in love with giving is to involve them in giving activities, discussing throughout them why you are giving (what the cause is for) and how it makes you and the recipients feel. Sometimes, identifying volunteer…
Teaching Children to Give—Reindeer Candy Canes as Thank You’smy world • raising giving children
The Grinch Who Stole Christmas is my favorite holiday movie. I love it not only for its whimsical characters and witty rhymes, but also for the lessons it teaches in true Dr. Seuss fashion. The one that stands out to me the most is individual choice. The…
Teaching Children to Give—Reindeer Cookies as Holiday Neighbor Giftsmy world • raising giving children
When I think of favorite holiday activities, giving is the first one that comes to mind. I love seeing all the Angel Trees around town, collection bins for the Food Bank, boxes accepting winter coat donations, and much more. That so many organizations are centered on helping those in…
