5 Charities to give to this Holiday Season

Around the blog-o-sphere I have seen a lot of amazing gift guides (including this amazing one here). Instead of focusing on what sweater to get mom to add to her pile of thousands of sweaters already; she'll enjoy even more a thoughtful donation given in her name.

Here's a small guide to giving to those in need.

One of my favorite charities of all time, is the Make-A-Wish Foundation. They provide terminally ill children with the wish of a lifetime. I have been a wish granter and have personally seen how these wishes benefit not only the children, but their families as well. 

Food for The Hungry helps children all over the world meet their daily needs. From food to medical they cover it all-- and you can help by sponsoring a child or giving two rabbits. 

Everyone needs clean drinking water. That's the mission of Charity: Water to make sure that everyone has what we tend to take for granted. I have never lived without clean water and no one should ever have to. 

After the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, many were left without a home and were desperate for supplies. The Red Cross was able to step in and help these families. There are still many of those families who are without and The Red Cross will continue to help provide for them. They can't do that without our help. 

For years, The Salvation Army has been helping America with several social programs. It's not just helping the homeless and providing them shelters, they provide elderly assistance, youth programs and so much more. The next time you walk by a bell ringer at your local grocery store, make sure you drop in your spare change. 

As always, there are so many wonderful things we can do this season! Remember do small things with great love.

xoxo