Dont forget the reason for the season!!

In the middle of the hussle and bussle of the holidays, Lets just not forget the reason for the season, Let us share the many blessin gs that we have in our family and share with others less fortunate.  Here are a few little things you can do to help a family in need.

I am also taking donations to help a family in need in my church if any one would like to donate, this family has been thru alot this year and they really need our love and support... Let's share in our blessings and give another family a good Christmas this year <S> If anyone is interested, please message me and I will give you the paypal information....

How to Help a Family in Need Celebrate Christmas

By an eHow Contributor

 
 
 
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Take time this year to remember what the holiday season is all about. Help a family less fortunate than yours and discover the joy that comes from giving.

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Christmas Gifts
• Coats
• Christmas Tree Ornaments
• Christmas Trees
• Blankets
• Canned Vegetables
• Turkeys

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     Check with your church, temple or local civic groups like the Knights of Columbus, Elks or Lions Club to find families in need.
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     Prepare a gift basket with traditional foods, such as turkey, ham, stuffing, canned vegetables and soup so a family can have a holiday meal.
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     Donate canned goods and other foods to an organization that is collecting items from the community to give to families.
   • 4
     Buy gifts for the children who otherwise might not receive any. Remember not to give used toys as a holiday gift, since all children like to open something new.
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     Check with civic groups to find a holiday exchange program, in which you invite a family to come to your home and participate in your holiday festivities.
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     Collect warm blankets, coats, boots and other clothing that a family may need.
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     Buy necessities such as diapers, soap, cereal, shampoo and other things to offer to the family.
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     Contribute money to pay the electricity or heating bills for a month.
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     Buy a Christmas tree and ornaments for the family to help make their home more festive.

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