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Family in Need of Thanksgiving Dinner
Asked by T.B. from Los Angeles
on November 17, 2009
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Does anyone know of an organization representing a needy family or family in need of a Thanksgiving dinner? My family would like to (adopt) a family in need this year ...
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- Hey T., The only things that come to mind are Meals on Wheels and also the local Union Rescue Mission. Meals on Wheels are a meal delivery service for the home-bound...
- Hi T., Call your local military base. There are a lot of families that need our support and could use a friendly face. My friend is part of a group that adopted ...
- Hi T., you may want to check with your children's school(or local school). My family and I received a Thanksgiving Dinner last year and the school was the one who orga...
Need Help to Set up a Non-profit
Asked by D.B. from Dallas
on December 26, 2010
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I would like to set up a charity non-profit. I'll admit I know absolutely nothing about setting up such things. Who do I contact to help me in this endeavor? Should it...
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- Are you planning to use your personal funds for this non-profit? Or were you planning to solicit donations or hold fundraisers? In order for a donation from a third p...
- You'll probably need both an attorney and an accountant. I would contact the Texas Secretary of State's office and the Texas Dept of Revenue for more information.
- First, do serious research to see if there is another non-profit like your idea. You may be surprised to find out there is. Then, read about your state's rules for...
Charities to Collect Donations for at a Birthday Party
Asked by T.D. from Dallas
on January 25, 2013
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My 6 year old daughter has developed a huge interest in helping others, which I am so proud about! Her birthday is coming up in March and we've been talking about aski...
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- My 6 year old daughter had the opportunity to help at North Texas Food Bank so when she had a lemonade stand she asked everyone to bring a can or box of food instead o...
- My daughters were invited to a birthday party where instead of gifts, they were asked to bring gently used stuffed animals or toys to be donated to a homeless shelter....
- Soldiers' Angels. - http://soldiersangels.org/index.php?page=donating-items They send care packages to deployed troops. You can send just about anything except pork p...
Do Garage Sales Pay off or Are They Just a Bunch of Work for Nothing???
Asked by S. from Chicago
on December 14, 2007
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I am thinking about having a garage sale in the spring. I have tons and tons of boys baby clothing, boys coats, boots, baby swings,pack and plays,a crib and mattress, ...
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- I have one every year and it varies. We usually find thurs to be a great day but those same people would come fri. then fri. is dead. it also depends on your area and ...
- Good Morning S.! I feel they are worth the work you put into them. I will make between $200-600 for a 2 day sale. On the last day of my sale, I will get paper bag...
- I think you should donate a portion to charity but if you need to make money, you should have a yard sale. I have 3 kids and have a yard sale every spring and make aro...
Monkey Joes Party Package
Asked by T.A. from Orlando
on June 24, 2009
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ACK! I am trying to figure out what to do with a Monkey Joes party package that I purchased from a charity auction. It is their "barrel of monkeys" package (for up t...
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- T., If it can be used by the end of August, I will buy it from you. contact me at ____@____.com
- Hello, maybe you can post it on www.craigslist.com many people post different things for sale on it and they usually get calls or go to this place and see if they can...
- I think I may be interested. My son turned 9 on June 13 and I wanted to plan a party this year for him. Is this a place for this age group?
Bday Party for Kid - Okay to Say No Gifts please....or Make a Donation in Lieu
Asked by S.Y. from Chicago
on May 24, 2011
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We are having a bday party for our 6 y.o. son....and I am wanting to have attendees just come and not bring a gift. Just come and enjoy the party. Having about 12-15...
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- I LOVE this idea!! One thing that we'll be doing with our kids as they get older is to pick a local charity and ask for gifts for that. For example - the local a...
- It's absolutely fine to say "no gifts please". We have hosted kids parties with optional book swaps in lieu of gifts. Parents are asked to bring an age appropriate b...
- Never ever make reference to gifts on a party invitation unless you're stating, "No gifts, please. Your presence is present enough!"
Selling Handmade Items Online
Asked by S.H. from Huntsville
on February 9, 2012
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I am going to be selling scarves that I've been crocheting as a fundraiser to support a friend for the Susan G. Komen 3-day race. After cost of supplies, all profits w...
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- Totally agree with Pamela. I have known several people who have done that, and it seemed to work very well. I did that myself for my items, although it wasn't from cha...
- I think it's better to have a FB page and accept paypal - making the price higher by a few dollars so that covers the cost of taking payments thru paypal
- Having my own website where I sell art, I can tell you that your own face book page is only going to work for you if you mostly plan on networking through friends. I ...
Christmas Gifts for Kids Who Don't Need Stuff
Asked by M.C. from Tampa
on November 5, 2010
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Yes, I am worrying about Christmas already.
We exchange Christmas gifts with only the kids in our families. On my side, my brother has three boys (2, 6 & 13) and...
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- I agree with the others about poss doing a family outing or soemthing. Its nice that you want to donate money to charity but the ages the kids are I am not sure how it...
- gift cards might sound cold.. but i love movie gift cards.. cause even if i have the money.. the kids love to go to the movies with their friends.. and can take the ca...
- How about a group gift for each family? The kids may have everything but every kids can always use more family time. What about a theme gift such as family game night?...
Desperate Need of a Vehicle.
Asked by L.A. from Dallas
on April 21, 2009
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Help! I'm a single mother, I have no car and I've been having to borrow a car or walk to be able to get to work. It won,t be much longer before I can't borrow my frien...
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- Hi L., Have you talked to your boss about your difficulties? He/She may have some suggestions for a closer day care or other options, possibly a more flexable sche...
- i don't know you or your situation, but i can try to offer some encouragement... when my husband was in school and i stayed home with our firstborn, we would go to be...
- If I were you I would apply for a job at a close daycare to your home. You could walk to work & have your child cared for while you work.
Looking for Moms with Goods and Services
Asked by M.D. from Dallas
on September 24, 2006
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My neighborhood is having a Charity craft show to benefit Taylor Elementary PTA. We need vendors. It is only $25 if you have a business, service or crafts to sell. The...
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- Hi there, I know of a great way to advertise your sale that is very enexpensive. It is in the Collin County Kids newspaper. They print every month so you could get an ...
- Hi M., I would love to be a vendor at your Charity show. If you would please e-mail me the information, I would appreciate it! My e-mail address is: ____@____.com...
- I sell Avon and would be interested but I have to check my schedule at home because my son has a cubscout campout that weekend and I need to see what time it starts. ...
