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The holidays are all about giving . However , not all gifts come with wrapping paper and ribbons . Sometimes the most appreciated present isthe act of doing something meaningful for someone else . Share the gift of giving back with friends and family this season . It ’ sthe best way to spread holiday cheer .
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Food baskets are always needed — especially around the holidays . Make it extra special by putting together a full meal including a festive tablecloth , pretty paper products , dinner candles and a gift card to a local bakery or fresh produce store . It will feed the need and create a memorable dining experience .
Junior League of the Oranges and Short Hills Millburn ( 973 ) 379-9655 Community Congregational Church ShortHills ( 973 ) 379-5600 Saint Teresa of Avila Church Summit ( 908 ) 277- 3700
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Gather the kids , break out the colored pens and Crayola crayons and create holiday cards for senior citizens . Most nursing homes are amenable to volunteers dropping them off or dropping in to distribute them . Note : Contacting the home ahead of time to get instructions on rules and regulations is recommended .
Spring Meadows Summit ( 866 ) 692-9697 Winchester Gardens Maplewood ( 973 ) 762-5050 SAGE Eldercare Summit ( 908 ) 273-5550
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The popular giving tree is agreat option forall ages to getinthe spirit of giving back . Many local community centers , churches , mosques and temples offer holiday giving trees or adopt-a-family programs that allow individuals and families to purchase gifts for homeless children and adults . And don ’ t forget about our four-legged friends : Local animal shelters now have pet projects and holiday wish lists , too .
Caring Kids Millburn , caringkidsmillburn @ gmail . com
South Orange Maplewood School District ( SOMSD ) Parenting Center Toy Drive ( 973 ) 762-5600 , ext . 1850
Jersey Animal Coalition South Orange ( 973 ) 763-7322
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Settingupa clothing driveisthe ideal waytoget teens involved in giving back . It can be as simple as a hat and glove collection set up through a local school or scouting troop . Or the whole family can pitch in and put together a cold-weather package completewith pajamas , bathrobe , socks and slippers . Hand warmers are always a welcome item for homeless men and women .
Bridges Outreach Summit ( 908 ) 273-0176
South Mountain YMCA Maplewood ( 973 ) 762-4145
COMPILED BY DEIRDRE FLANAGAN WARD ; BOW : THINKSTOCK ; COLORED PENCILS AND CHRISTMAS TREE : ANNE-MARIE CARUSO ; CLOTHING DRIVE : ZACH GEWELB ; FOOD PANTRY : COURTESY OF COMMUNITY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
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