If you could be granted just one wish, what would it be? How would it change your life? How would it make you feel? The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. Most children wait until school is out to get their wishes, making summer a very …
my 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…
my 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 programs…
my 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 Grinch 's choice…
my 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 need…
