would like to do a good deed

[Biscuitbaby]

As everyone else I absolutely FRINGING LOVE Christmas everyone is always so happy and loved up lol (or is it just the sherry?)

But every year since I was a little girl I always get a little sad about the the ppl who have nothing on Christmas or no one to spend it with. I always wanted to feed the homeless on Christmas day but my mum would say I was too young, now I have my own kids and wouldn't dream of leaving them on Christmas day.

I have no spare cash, we struggle to make ends meet as it is (I started the thread on buying 2nd hand gifts) but I was wondering if I could DO something? Or make something (cheap haha) for someone........but I don't know who or what!?!?
Any suggestions of something or somewhere I could volunteer this time of year?

 

[Susie28]

As everyone else I absolutely FRINGING LOVE Christmas everyone is always so happy and loved up lol (or is it just the sherry?)

But every year since I was a little girl I always get a little sad about the the ppl who have nothing on Christmas or no one to spend it with. I always wanted to feed the homeless on Christmas day but my mum would say I was too young, now I have my own kids and wouldn't dream of leaving them on Christmas day.

I have no spare cash, we struggle to make ends meet as it is (I started the thread on buying 2nd hand gifts) but I was wondering if I could DO something? Or make something (cheap haha) for someone........but I don't know who or what!?!?
Any suggestions of something or somewhere I could volunteer this time of year?

Perhaps pop into a few of your local charity shops like Help the Aged and Barnardos and see if they know of any ways you can do some volunteering with local organisations/charities

Also I know some shops now, nearer Christmas do a scheme where you give a gift (new) and they distribute to kids in care etc. I'm sure Tesco did one last year and you just take it to the store.

I'm going to make a little food hamper for some elderly neighbours. It won't cost too much-I'm putting in things like tea, coffee, biscuits, crackers, scones etc but I know they will appreciate it a lot xx

 

[Biscuitbaby]

I made a food hamper for f i l x we're makin rum mince pies for everyone this year as we can't really afford much but my father in law is skint like us so I spent £1 of every week's food budget, buying nice biscuits that were on offer or a tin of something! It's added up quiet a bit

I could see if maybe a could do a few hours (hopefully someone will have the kids)

 

[Midnight_Fairy]

Help at a charity shop
Ask at local schools if they need any help with school xmas fayre
contact charitys- most value time more than money

 

[Biscuitbaby]

I volunteer at the school one day a week I'm training to be a teaching assistant! I'm hoping to do a few more hours coming up to Christmas I use the excuse the extra hands as the kids will be hyped up but really it's for me haha I love the excitement

 

[Susie28]

I made a food hamper for f i l x we're makin rum mince pies for everyone this year as we can't really afford much but my father in law is skint like us so I spent £1 of every week's food budget, buying nice biscuits that were on offer or a tin of something! It's added up quiet a bit

I could see if maybe a could do a few hours (hopefully someone will have the kids)

You could even just offer to go shopping for someone who struggles.. maybe an elderly neighbour who will have to brave the cold/get the bus.... something as simple as that can mean a lot.

 

[Biscuitbaby]

Oh good thinkin

I'll be full of a warm fuzzy glow this year!

 

[Cashewnut]

This time last year we relied heavily on food banks to keep us going. A very kind family had sent us a food parcel with a few special Christmas treats - which I was ever so greatful for. Maybe you could contact your local food bank and see if they need donations?

 

[meldmac]

If you knit you could knit up a few scarfs or hats for the homeless.

 

[Mummy2B21]

I think Knitting is a great idea, the weather gets so cold. X