The
spirit of giving is almost upon us as the holidays near. And with that we would
be remiss not to include a tip on the importance of giving back. While helping
with fundraisers by providing candy bars is a way of giving, we’re talking
about giving when you get nothing else in return but knowing that you have helped
someone in need.
Every
community has non-profit organizations serving the needs of a variety of
charitable causes. Take a moment to find out what’s available in your community
and then figure out how you can best help them. You never know what unique need
they may have that you can help to meet!
A number
of ways exist to give back to your community:
- Financially – Just like your own business, organizations need
money in order to operate and keep the lights on. Consider financial
contributions as a means of giving back.
- Time – Volunteer time is a great way to help your local
community. Perhaps you could deliver meals to shut-ins, spend time with
children who need a friend, do handiwork or even sort files. The key is to
be willing to do whatever is needed.
- Resources – Do you have materials that you are throwing away
that may be of use to someone else? Maybe you have extra pallets that a
food bank could use, or retail displays that a non-profit owned thrift
store could use. You never know until you ask!
- Product – Your product could be a great way to thank the hard
workers at some of your local non-profit organizations. Oftentimes, they
are working for little pay because of their passion for the cause so a few
amazing truffles could bring an extra smile to their day!
Give
back, starting now and keep up with the spirit of giving year-round. As Winston
Churchill wisely said, “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what
we give.”
