Giving Quietly (Giving Anonymously)
Tis the season to be jolly.... Yet I'm sure we may all know of someone who is going through a really hard time this holiday season and for him or her, being jolly is very hard right now. And maybe that someone is too proud to ask for help or even accept something from their neighbors, co-workers or family because they have always been able to tow the line, but deep down they may be hoping money would fall from the sky so they can put a decent meal on the table over the holidays for their family and have gifts under the tree for their little ones.
I happened to catch a report about an organization a few months back that helps people give money anonymously to others. How wonderful. All you have to do is contact this non-profit organization, Giving Anonymously, give them the name and contact info of the person you want to give to, use your credit card and they will send the money to this person. The recipient will not know that you are the giver, but they are asked to call a number and leave a thank you message so you can hear their response to your gift.
Not only is this good for bringing joy during the holiday season, but joy can be given throughout the year and a particular need can be addressed if you prefer. Meaning, if you know someone is in need of something like dental work or a new muffler on their car, you can attach a message with your gift stating that the money be used for a specific reason. Otherwise, just give the money and feel the happy joy in your heart for being able to give to another in their time of need. .....Fa la la la la, la la la la. (written by Gloria)
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Gloria - thanks for the post and link. To me, giving anonymously is almost as important as giving itself - no expectations of praise or thanks. Happy holidays to you!
That is a very compelling concept for giving to another person without some of the issues that can be problematic. Thank for telling us about it, and best holiday wishes to you.
Gloria, I think that's a great venue for people who do want to give a gift and not be acknowlwdged because sometimes it is better not to let the person on the receiving end to know who you are! Nice post!
As I have gotten older and given to others, I find that it is indeed a gift to give without expectation of something in return.
Gloria, that is a very nice message - and about the best way to give - without expecting anything in return.
Lori, You are welcome. Sounds like you have done this before. Happy Holidays to you too!
Frank, yes giving during the holidays can be hard when one is not sure what to give, if that is what you mean..... Happy Holidays to you too!
Wanda, hearing someone talk about receiving later on and how it effected them is a gift to yourself. Have a nice holiday season.
Tom, as we get older we learn new things. It's great. Happy Holidays to you.
Rick, Thank you. Happy holidays!
This is what the spirit of giving is all about. Remember all to give your time as well!
Doug and Gloria - I was unfamiliar with it, but it sounds like an excellent concept - thank you
Dan, yes time is a great way to give as well. Happy Holidays!
Karen, I was glad to hear about it also. Happy Holidays to you!
What a fabulous idea, Doug & Gloria! Pride gets in the way of generosity sometimes and this organization seems to have found the perfect solution. :)
Leilani
So true Leilani!
Gloria - There are many ways to give of oneself be it a financial gift through your favourite organization, an anonymous food basket or box of gifts delivered by a friend or tyour time .... they are all appreciated and in most cases the recipient (if it is an individual or family) will try to guess or will assume who it was.
The point is if we were all a little more giving it would be a better world we live in. Some of the most giving people I have met are people who have little to give but do anyway.
What a great idea! I can think of people I've met or know to whom I wouldn't feel right giving money directly, but giving anonymously would be a lovely way to help out. Thanks for the information!
Gloria - here is a quote I found while researching for todays post
"Your Merry Christmas may depend on what others do for you. But your Happy New Year depends on what you do for others". Anonymous
Kathy, I have made that observation myself about those who have the least often are more giving. Interesting. Thank you very much for your quote, I will add that to my collection of quotes.
May you have a very Happy and Prosperous New Year! ----Gloria
Shoshana, You are welcome, it is such a great idea. It offers another way to help. Have a Happy and Prosperous New Year! ----Gloria