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How to Ask for Donations as Gifts this Christmas

How to Ask for Donations as Gifts this Christmas

Asking for donations for weddings instead of gifts has become more popular in recent years but can still be a delicate topic at Christmas when presents are so central.   We don’t want to deny our friends and family the joy of hunting for the perfect presents and eagerly awaiting the moment they see our faces light up as we unwrap their gift. But maybe you have everything you need this year, want a more sustainable Christmas or truly want to make a difference in someone else’s life. Whatever the reason is, if you’re looking for the right way to do this, here are polite and creative ways to approach the idea of donations as gifts with friends and family this year.

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Charlie the Goat: A Little Card with a Big Heart

Charlie the Goat: A Little Card with a Big Heart

Charlie the Goat has been headbutting poverty in the face for almost two decades, one community at a time. Every time people buy a goat charity gift card, he’s been busy tossing out tools, seeds, and, yes, even manure (yuck, but useful!) to farmers far and wide. Not in a literal sense, of course. He does this so farmers can stand tall on their own hooves, growing and selling their own food. But despite his popularity and significant impact, little is known about him. So here we will unwrap (no pun intended) Charlie’s story.

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