I’m not one to get preachy but at this time of year it’s time to think about others.
I know it’s not Christmas time yet, but it is fast approaching and will done and dusted before we know it! It’s a time of year to show others you care and lend a helping hand.
Recently I organised a charity drive at the gym for The Salvation Army. The Salvos work on numerous projects, supporting not only our local community by also nation wide.
The charity drive offered a free personal training session in exchange for a donation of good quality second hand clothing. I was so pleased by the generosity of people. Over a few weeks we collected over 60 bags (to be quite honest there was more but as you can see in the photo counting proved tricky!) I would like to thank those who donated, thank you so much for getting involved.
I ask that before we get all caught up in the silly season and get involved in ourselves and our busy festivities that we take a moment to think of others. There are so many ways you can get involved.
Donations – both monetary and material i.e clothes, food, furniture. Your unwanted items may help someone else out majorily. Go take a look in your closet… do you REALLY need everything that’s in there?
Volunteer – If you have the time and ability find out where you can help out.
Sometimes helping others can require effort and time. But just imagine how a bit of inconvenience on your part can bring a whole lot of joy to someone else.
For some inspiration I have posted a few links below to get you thinking.
The Smith Family – The Christmas appeal has begun. Children are in need of clothes and books.
MS Australia – are you any good at gift wrapping? Then why not lend a hand 🙂
Mission Australia – why not celebrate christmas in the park?!
Wesley Mission – There are LOADS of opportunities to volunter whatever your skillset 🙂
Starlight Foundation – Bring some cheer to seriously ill children and their families
There are so many well deserving charities and foundations out there who do tremendous work. Get researching! It doesn’t take much to get involved, you will be helping others and feel brilliant in return. Share the love!
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