With travel, inclement weather, holiday parties and more to focus on this time of year, finding a present for someone who’s hard to shop for can easily fall to the bottom of your to-do list. The solution? A charitable donation gift! By making a financial contribution to a nonprofit organization that your giftee supports—or a charity that aligns with their interests—you’ll be helping out a worthwhile cause and making a thoughtful gesture—talk about a win-win! Select donations may also be tax deductible. Here are some potential organizations to consider when choosing a charitable donation gift this holiday season:
American Cancer Society
A disease that has impacted nearly everyone’s life in some capacity, the fight against cancer is an important and noble battle. The ACS endeavors to fund research for a cure while also improving the lives of cancer patients and their families. If you have a loved one who’s been affected by cancer, they’d very likely appreciate a donation on their behalf to the ACS. Click HERE to make a contribution.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Animal lovers in your orbit will most likely be familiar with the ASPCA, which “works to keep more animals in loving homes by protecting animals from harmful situations through community engagement, preventative action and providing resources and care when needed.” Make a donation in your favorite animal advocate’s name HERE.
Book Trust
Shopping for a bookworm? Gifting them a donation to this organization is a great way to help them pass along their passion for reading to the next generation. Book Trust’s vision is that every child “discovers the joy and power of reading to cultivate a lifelong love of learning.” Donate HERE.
Junior Achievement USA
Entrepreneurs on your shopping list might enjoy having a contribution made in their name to this innovative charity that empowers “young people to own their economic success.” Click HERE if you’d like to donate.
National Council of Youth Sports
Want to ensure that the sports fan or competitive athlete you’re shopping for thinks your holiday gift is a home run? Consider supporting the NYCS, which helps underprivileged children get involved with organized sports by reducing financial barriers associated with league dues, equipment costs and more. Donations on behalf of your gift recipient can be made HERE.
National Parks Conservation Association
Nature lovers will undoubtedly be familiar with this organization, which is dedicated to “protecting and enhancing America’s National Park System for present and future generations.” Donate HERE to help ensure your outdoorsy friend or relative will be able to continue enjoying the stunning scenery and fresh air offered by public parks from coast-to-coast.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
If a hard-to-shop-for friend or family member happens to be a history buff, you may want to consider supporting this trust that works to preserve monuments and sites of historical significance. One-time or monthly donations in your history enthusiast’s name can be made HERE.
Save the Children
The holidays are all about the kids, so helping children at this time of year is a great way to spread cheer where it’s needed the most. This magnanimous organization helps at-risk young people around the world, providing support for those affected by famine, disease, war, natural disasters and more. Click HERE to make a donation on behalf of your loved one.
Teach for America
This nonprofit organization champions equitable education for young people by developing and supporting leaders who are focused on expanding learning opportunities across social and economic boundaries. A donation to this charity could make a great gift for academics, teachers and others in your social circle who recognize the importance of a good education. You can donate HERE.
Wounded Warrior Project
Veterans, active-duty members of the military or relatives of those who’ve served will assuredly value a financial donation to this well-known charity, which provides a variety of programs and services to help former soldiers reintegrate into civilian life. Find multiple ways to support this organization HERE.
We hope that these charitable donation gift suggestions will be of use to you as the holiday shopping season enters its final stretch!
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