I would like for my kids to do something for others this Christmas I have thought about letting them pick A name off the angel tree but the area we live in I know that people lie and dont really need this they just sign up to get the free stuff is there any other programs out there that I could trust we live in WetzelCounty , West Virginia
2006-10-16 07:40:21 · 12 answers · asked by SAHM and proud of it 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Christmas
I should also add we are a very small community we do not have shelters or a lot of organizations.
2006-10-16 08:10:48 · update #1
Absolutely!
I understand about the Angel Tree.
Probably one of the most rewarding things a child can do is give to a child who is less fortunate.
A few places to start would either be the Children's Hospital or a local children's home, you could also try the YMCA.
Toys for Tots is also a famous, reputable organization.
2006-10-16 08:05:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact local churches. We used to fill a shoe box up with stuff you can find from dollar stores and then we would wrap it. Make the box for either a boy or a girl. Churches might be able to give you a list of some needy family programs.
2006-10-16 14:43:39 · answer #2 · answered by Clints_wench 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well they are the ones that will live with gilt knowing they don't need the hand out. You know in your heart what you are doing. Maybe you can hand deliver your gift to the people. Ask about it. Your kids will learn a lot from what you are doing. Children now days are selfish and do not get that you have to give to get back. Good luck.
2006-10-16 15:35:14 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call some of the local Churches and see if they know anyone in need, or if they have a program to help the needy. Several churches do have some sort of program, and they're legit. Also, call local nursing homes, and animal shelters.
2006-10-17 09:58:48 · answer #4 · answered by Dawn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try toys for tots. It's run by the United States Marine Corps. It's a great program. I give every year.
2006-10-16 14:44:34 · answer #5 · answered by big_dog832001 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
visit an inner city church if you want poverty.i went to memphis tenn to an inner city church and i was freaked out bars on windows and doors. even the church had been broken into.the plates used for communion had been stolen.i had an opportunity to talk with the pastor who is a great friend and he and his wife adopted a 4 year old who saw her mother murdered.this has been years ago but the effect of the trip is still fresh. make sure your children know why they are helping needy children so they will remember how blessed they really are.GOD bless you and keep you safe.
2006-10-16 14:47:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you children old enough to Join 4-H? when I was young we as a group would go to shutins in the neighborhood and sing christmas carols. We kids liked to get together and the shutins would enjoy watching us squirm about and sing... Might be a church group or something out there as well...
2006-10-16 14:44:46 · answer #7 · answered by Scott 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the local church has something, like caroling for shut-ins and the elderly. And usually bring a little baked goodie along for them. I did that as a kid in a rural town through my church.
If you ask your minister and they've never done that, maybe organize one! It might give him or her an idea!
2006-10-16 15:29:26 · answer #8 · answered by chefgrille 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow, nice people in your area...Toys for Tots is run by the Marines...take them to pick something out for a real unfortunate child...
2006-10-16 14:51:20 · answer #9 · answered by fairly smart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have them pick out toys to give to toys for tots. Tell them they are going shopping for others and can chose something they themselves would like (it'll give you some ideas too if they have not let you know what they really like).
2006-10-16 14:43:05 · answer #10 · answered by Brainiac 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋