giving back • my world • raising giving children • bettering communities
by Amy L. Sullivan on January 31st, 2012 | 2 Comments »
On Mom It Forward throughout the month of January, I've discussed ways to use your crafting ability to create shoes. I've listed 12 ways you and your child can start giving today. We outlined three tips in choosing an appropriate volunteer experience for your family. I've even laid…
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giving back • my world • raising giving children • tips for giving back
by Amy Sullivan on January 10th, 2012 | No Comments »
Of course we want generous and centered kids, but how do you involve young children in service? That's easy. Break service into the three C’s: collect, create, and cash-in.
Collect
Teach kids to collect. Depending on the time of year, you can find agencies and churches collecting just about…
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giving back • my world • Mom It Forward Mondays • tips for giving back
by Mom It Forward on December 5th, 2011 | No Comments »
This week, we challenge you to collect. As we
approach the giving holidays, this is not an uncommon thing to do: many of us collect canned goods for food banks, toys for needy children, or coats for the homeless. These are all good things to do, but let…
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