The end of the year is approaching and you should be full of plans to meet family and friends, exchange gifts and eat a lot of special treats this season!
But can't we forget that not everyone is so lucky? and many people depend on a sympathetic gesture on our part to be able to participate in a little of this whole party. Learn how you can make a donation this holiday season and make sure it is well spent by those who need it most:
1. Your money has already yielded during the year
Thinking rationally, making a year-end donation can be a good idea if you've left some money in the last 12 months. If you have a savings, for example, your starting amount will be slightly higher in December.
2. Know how much you can donate
Making a donation does not mean opening a hole in your budget. For this, however, you need to know how much money you can allocate to a charity without jeopardizing your financial commitments. Most people just donate a maximum of 2% of their income, but of course this is up to you.
3. Choose a cause that is important to you.
Maybe you are passionate about animals and would like to help an NGO that cares for older dogs. Or, someone close to you (or yourself) has faced a serious illness this year and you would like to contribute to institutions that are dedicated to caring for patients who are experiencing the same problem. The fact is that there are many causes that deserve our help. Choose the one you most identify with.
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4. Reflect on the size of the institution.
Are you in doubt about helping a large institution that operates across the country or a small institution that makes a difference in your neighborhood? Be aware that both alternatives are valid.
By donating to a large institution, your contribution will be one of the others, but the combined impact of all of them can have a very significant effect on society. If you prefer to donate to a small institution, your collaboration alone can make all the difference in a person's or family's life. Choose what makes you feel better.
5. Check the seriousness of the institution
Unfortunately, many people take advantage of the goodwill of others to make improper profits. So it never hurts to check the origins of the institution you intend to donate to and check how these contributions are used.
One way to do this is to consult your local Social Welfare Secretariat, which usually maintains a register of NGOs operating in the municipality. If possible, visit the organization's headquarters to get a closer look at the work and make sure your donations are well spent.
6. Set your donation by goals
Still not sure how much it would be appropriate to donate? So you can think of amounts that can meet a "complete" goal. Explaining: Do you know when an institution says that with 100 reais it is possible to ensure that a family keeps their children in school all month long? This means that by donating this amount, you would help your organization fully achieve this goal.
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7. It doesn't have to be just money
Many organizations accept donations of clothing, shoes, and other objects, either to direct them to their assisted community or to fundraising through a bazaar. In this case, it is important that the items are clean and in good repair.
By the way, the end of the year is a great time to organize your closet and practice detachment with those pieces that you will no longer use and that can make the biggest difference in other people's lives.
8. Your time is also worth a lot
Can't or won't you donate money? Alright, your time can also be very valuable to charities. After all, they always need people willing to collaborate on a daily basis and at special events.
To find out how to help, you can visit or call your local organization's website to find out about volunteer positions. Your skills are certainly very necessary somewhere.
The end of the year always makes us reflect on the events of the last twelve months and the good and bad experiences we will bring to our lives. It is very good to take this time to thank you for all the good you received during this time.
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If your year has not been so cool, how about doing a good deed to shake off what you wish would be different? This is a great way to pave the way for more positive energies to come to you next year.
How to give back to charity this holiday season (April 2024)
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