Charity a day for Dec
I'm going to feature one charity on the blog every weekday for the month of December, when a lot of folks make donations. Giving to charity may not be a "bargain" by many definitions, but giving to the less fortunate certainly makes the world a better place.
I'll start with my favorite charity, Heifer International, which lets you "buy" goats, chicks, or a cow for poor people, who sell the animals' milk, eggs, or wool. The animals range from $20 for a flock of chicks to $500 for a dairy cow. You can also buy a "share" of an animal for $10. Read their catalog here.
Heifer was started in 1944 by a midwestern farmer who handed out milk rations during the Spanish Civil War and realized the hungry children didn’t need a cup to drink, they needed a cow. Read more about Heifer's origins here, and their mission statement here.
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Daily News staff writer Julia Scott loves to find bargains on everything from groceries to Gucci. Her tips will help keep your hard earned cash where it belongs - in your pocket.
Hello, I saw your charity blog and loved the idea! I think the Heifer International does a wonderful service, and the animals help with milk, eggs and wool, I like that too.
I am helping organize a charity event on Dec. 15th in Calabasas to help raise funds and awareness for ALS. It's called Gifts from the Heart, and we will have many great designers and artists selling their beautiful wares at a discount for holiday shoppers, while giving back for ALS research. I can send you a copy of the press release and flyer... we would be honored if you were able to mention our charity event! Please feel free to call me at 661-406-1464 or email me dani.caouette@ca.rr.com. Thank you.
Regards,
Dani