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December 2, 2014 By Rena McDaniel 50 Comments

WHAT ABOUT GIVING THIS TUESDAY?

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WHAT WILL YOU GIVE THIS TUESDAY?

 

This is a sponsored post for GiveForward.com all ideas and suggestions are my very own.

To me giving Tuesday is the most important part of the Christmas season. We sit around on Thanksgiving and remember all of those blessings and then the next day we trample each other to find something on sale.  I don’t do the Black Friday sales or the Cyber Monday sales but I do join in on Giving Tuesday. It is a very important movement started by GiveForward.com.

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Alot of the times we get what is called “bystander effect”, according to GiveForward.com. This  phenomenon refers to cases in which individuals do not offer any means of help to a victim when other people are present. The probability of help is inversely related to the number of bystanders. In other words, the greater the number of bystanders, the less likely it is that any one of them will help.

I can’t always donate money but I do try to find someway to lend a hand.  For alot of people this is the hardest time of the year. People trying to make it everyday have the added expense of Thanksgiving and Christmas. Also people on fixed incomes who only get one check a month and making that stretch is sometimes near to impossible. There are so many ways that we can help the less fortunate. These include working at a homeless shelter, donating food to a food pantry or even donating old coats and clothes to the Salvation Army or Goodwill.

This year for giving Tuesday my husband and I are starting a new tradition. We will be volunteering our time this season to the “Meals on Wheels” program delivering food to people who may not get out to shop for themselves. This is very new to us and we are very excited about it. I will also be donating food to our local food pantry and trying to find some way to help other people who have children in the NICU unit. It is a very trying time to have you child laying in the hospital, especially at this time of year.

Most of you know that I am always trying to hit you up for money for the Alzheimer’s Association so that is one option, also I also would like to see some donations go to the Wounded Warrior Project. I have a son who served a year in Afghanistan. I am very thankful that he came back to us whole but there are quite a few changes in him since he came back. He has been diagnosed with PTSD and it is very challenging. There are alot of soldiers out there like him. They have no physical problems but need support getting back to their regular lives.

Whatever or wherever you decide to give your money or your time. I think it’s awesome. This is the one day of the year when we are determined to help people who really need it.

Where do you plan to give this year? Will it be money or time?

Remember to:

Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest.

I love you momma!

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Comments

  1. Stefany says

    December 2, 2014 at 8:42 am

    I honestly do give back all the time. Nearly everyday I give of my time to my church and our school. It makes me feel good to help others.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:14 am

      That’s so great Stefan if more people were like you the world would be a better place.

      Reply
  2. Carol Cassara says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:08 am

    It’s good to give any day, but this day is special. We are giving to domestic violence shelters this year.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:16 am

      That’s terrific Carol!

      Reply
  3. Carol Graham says

    December 2, 2014 at 10:41 am

    I try to give as much time to our local shelters as I can. Also, our business is located on main street in our town and there are so many homeless/street people that come by everyday. We are ‘known’ as somewhere they can come when they need help and this time of year it is often. The beautiful part is that they try to think of ways to give back and we help them with that by teaching them to pay it forward.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:21 am

      You are truly a wonder Carol. How you do all you do is amazing to me!

      Reply
  4. Lesley says

    December 2, 2014 at 11:16 am

    I am definitely going to have to think about this. I’m not sure what I’m going to do, but I should do something.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:29 am

      There are so many wonderful charities it really is hard to choose!

      Reply
  5. Barb @ A Life in Balance says

    December 2, 2014 at 11:26 am

    Fantastic message! I love encouraging others to give in whatever way they can. Money is only one form of giving.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:30 am

      That’s so true Barb there are lots of things we can do that doesn’t involve money.

      Reply
  6. susan - ofeverymoment.com says

    December 2, 2014 at 12:46 pm

    You are so amazing Rena – you have so much on your plate, yet you are still thinking of new ways to do things for others. I am sorry to hear about your son’s experience with PTSD. I hope he is receiving helpful treatment and support. Hoping for an update on the babies soon!

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:40 am

      Thanks Susan! I just try to stay busy. There is someone out there that has it worse.

      Reply
  7. Liz Mays says

    December 2, 2014 at 1:10 pm

    Over the last few years I’ve learned the hard way how important giving is. It will always be a priority for me now!

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:43 am

      It is very important. We try to find new ways all the time.

      Reply
  8. Terry says

    December 2, 2014 at 2:26 pm

    We try to help the homeless in our area. We take warm coat and boots for their feet. When I see a homeless person on the streets, I try to get them something to eat.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:44 am

      That’s is terrific Terry what a great idea!

      Reply
  9. Jeanine says

    December 2, 2014 at 2:48 pm

    I give back as often as possible but hopefully that will be a bit more soon!

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:49 am

      That’s great Jeanine in this busy world every little bit helps.

      Reply
  10. LifeAsAConvert says

    December 2, 2014 at 2:50 pm

    We give back all the time. I was filling out records for one of my children last night and smiled at all the things he had done to help others.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:52 am

      That’s a very important thing to teach our children kudos to you!

      Reply
  11. Heather says

    December 2, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    It’s funny because I didn’t even think about it but today I purchased the gifts for our parish’s giving tree!

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:13 am

      What a great idea Heather!

      Reply
  12. coolchillmom says

    December 2, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    We are working on setting examples for the kids to give back. I read about some guy that bought atll the bikes at one store to donate them!

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:14 am

      That is awesome I always wish I had lots of money and could do that!

      Reply
  13. maria says

    December 2, 2014 at 6:31 pm

    I heard so much about this! Kudos to you for spreading the message.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:17 am

      Thanks Maria I really appreciate it!

      Reply
  14. Lois Alter Mark says

    December 2, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    I love everything about Giving Tuesday, and am so glad you’re raising awareness about it here.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:17 am

      Thanks Lois you too keep up the good work!

      Reply
  15. Tough Cookie Mommy says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:28 pm

    I’m helping some of my students to prepare their high school entrance essays. I am giving my time to them to get this done.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:18 am

      That is so cool that you are doing this. I know this is something that my daughter struggled with and it does take a lot of time!

      Reply
  16. Jennifer Williams says

    December 2, 2014 at 11:19 pm

    Today I found a local orphanage and am organizing a collection of funds/toys for the children. I love this time of year when everyone is so open to helping others.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:21 am

      I did this one time in my hometown it was wonderful and so many people donated it took 2 cars to deliver it all! Great job!

      Reply
  17. Amanda says

    December 3, 2014 at 8:42 am

    What a great cause! Thanks so much for bringing awareness!

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    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 9:29 am

      Thanks Amanda!

      Reply
  18. paula schuck says

    December 3, 2014 at 8:55 am

    I give back all the time also so I don’t need one day BUT I like the concept and I have been tweeting about it too. I think Giving Tuesday makes great sense and reminds people to give or pick a charity as a family and support it throughout the year. Our charity this year is World Vision Canada. We support through sponsorship and gifts for others in the gift catalogue.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 9:30 am

      What a great idea Paula! We have been sticking with Alzheimer’s but are wanting to do others too!

      Reply
  19. Sarah Bailey says

    December 3, 2014 at 11:01 am

    I’ve been a bit ill of late so missed this wonderful event, however I shall definitely do something, even if it is late.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 12:45 pm

      Exactly the right attitude to have Sarah!

      Reply
  20. Ann Bacciaglia says

    December 3, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    I try to give back to my community as much as we can. We donate to the food bank every month. We also try to volunteer as much as we can.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 4:55 pm

      That’s wonderful Ann!

      Reply
  21. Annie says

    December 3, 2014 at 3:02 pm

    Well I’ve missed this Tuesday, but I can move it to next week. It’s great giving back & seeing the joy it brings to others 🙂

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 4:56 pm

      That’s right Annie! Next Tuesday is Annie’s Giving Day!

      Reply
  22. Tess says

    December 3, 2014 at 3:08 pm

    I didn’t know about Tuesday giving.we are going to pay off someone’s layaway this season.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 3, 2014 at 4:56 pm

      I love that idea Tess!

      Reply
  23. Lisa Rios says

    December 3, 2014 at 9:06 pm

    I really love this post. Helping others makes us feel so good. Thanks for creating an awareness about this to every one.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 5, 2014 at 2:13 pm

      Thank you so much Lisa for your kind words.

      Reply
  24. Amanda Love says

    December 4, 2014 at 11:30 am

    We always give back by donating to our church pantry where they give out food baskets to those in need.

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 5, 2014 at 2:20 pm

      That is such an important thing to do Amanda!

      Reply
  25. Amber NElson says

    December 5, 2014 at 11:21 pm

    I try to give back as much as I can!

    Reply
    • Rena McDaniel says

      December 8, 2014 at 4:31 am

      That’s terrific Amber. If everyone did that could you imagine the world we would live in.

      Reply

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