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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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