There’s too much stuff. Wild Burro Paddocks is filling up with stuff – DVDs, books, gadgets – stuff! Don’t get me wrong, I like DVDs, books and gadgets but there comes a point where it’s just buying stuff for buying’s sake. It all came to head this Xmas (2005) when me & the mistress realised that Christmas had become a “what do you want?” event rather than a “I got this for you” event. Enough is enough. From now on we are looking at charity gifts – less unnecessary stuff in the house, more vital stuff in places where its needed. Sounds simple – let’s see how it turns out.
Here are some charities I’ve found that do online gifts and the like. As I use them I’ll let you know what to expect.
Gifts:
+ World Vision – gifts for developing countries. I’ve used these for Mother’s Day presents. Easy to use and both mum’s received a nice card we designed online.
+ Oxfam – gifts for developing countries. Not used yet.
+ RSPB - stuff for birds and the like. Not used yet.
+ RSPCA Gift Box – For an animal lover, proceeds care for animals. Not used yet.
+ Cancer Research – create a webpage with donation facility. Not used yet.
+ Save the Children – gifts for developing countries. Not used yet.
Sponsoring & Adoption:
+ World Vision – Sponsor a child. Not used yet.
+ WWT: Adopt a Duck – so cute! Adopted a Swan for the mistress once – Oh Vivladi, where are you now?
+ WWF: Adopt a Tiger – careful now! Not used yet.
+ Landmines UK – Adopt (to clear) a minefield. Not used yet.
+ Dogs Trust UK – Sponsor a dog. Not used yet.
Donating Your Stuff:
+ Computer Aid – If you have an old, working PC cluttering up your house, why not send it to these guys so they can send it to a developing country to do some good. Not used yet .
+ Thrive – they help disadvantaged people through gardening and you can help them. Not used yet, but Fluffy the Muppet has so ask her.
Third Party Links:
+ Webb Ivory – links to many charities’ stores, but I think WI must take a cut. Not used yet.
Charity Info:
+ Guidestar UK – searchable info on UK charities.
