Ways to Spread Christmas Cheer This Holiday Season

Think about others during the most wonderful time of the year

As the Christmas season nears, it’s a special time of kindness and joy, making it the perfect time to give back to your community.

Donate Coats

One thing you can always do is donate coats to a local coat drive. During the winter season, many people will freeze without access to warm clothing, so getting rid of old, small coats is the perfect way to help others.

Writing Letters

If you like writing or young kids, you should write letters to children in hospitals. Many kids are stuck in hospitals during the holiday season with serious illnesses.
Also, many hospitals accept toys and coloring books along with blankets, so make sure to check with hospitals near you. You can write letters to veterans in your life or to those of your friends in order to thank them during the holiday season.
You can write to a local hospital or use the address here:

http://www.cardsforhospitalizedkids.com/make-cards.html

Volunteer at a Food Bank

Many schools and community businesses host canned food drives which you can easily donate to if you’re busy. If you have a little more time, you can contact your local food bank and organize donated food into categories for the food pantry. Volunteer with family and friends to make a memorable experience.

Donate Toys

If you don’t have a toy drive near you, try to set one up so you can donate them to kids whose parents can not afford to buy them Christmas presents. Any lightly used or new toys can be given to kids in need who would greatly appreciate feeling loved during the Christmas season.

There are many ways to spread Christmas cheer during the holiday season. Think about others during the most wonderful time of the year. To find charities or volunteer opportunities near you, you can use
https://greatnonprofits.org/near-me/