» 3 Easy Steps to Giving Something Different

Giving of your time, skills, and/or financial resources to support a cause or improve the world can be a tremendous source of joy for you and others.

Here are three easy steps to get you started:

1. Find the Right Gift

When you decide to “give something different,” consider the recipient of your gift and the occasion. Find a gift that is relevant and meaningful to them. Everyone has a heart-string to tug on and something that they are really passionate about. Browse this catalog for ideas or find a project in your own community. If you’re still not sure what to get, purchase a Giving Certificate to allow the recipient to choose a charity on their own.

2. Carry Out Your Plan

Next, determine how you will give and carry out your plan. Are you simply making a donation or does your project require more planning? Share your idea with family members and friends and challenge them to get involved as well. Always remember to ask for help when you need it. If you donate through The White Envelope Project, we can handle all of the details and follow-up for you.

3. Share Your Gift

Once you have “given something different,” share your gift with the recipient. A simple letter or card telling what you have done in their honor will have tremendous impact. Let them know how much they mean to you and how you felt that giving to others in need was a wonderful way to honor them. Focus on the impact of your actions instead of the dollars involved or sacrifices you had to make. Don’t expect anything in return, and don’t make the letter about you instead of them.

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