We had Black Friday, then Cyber Monday, and now it is time for my favorite of these special days…Giving Tuesday!
Yup, it is always good to give back 🙂 Being busy is in my mommy job description. I used to love to volunteer my time, but these days, donations are a better and easier way for me to get the job done. Yes, man hours are a great way to give back and also teach kids the value of helping others. That being said, my kids are 2 and 4, so many of the “in person” volunteer opportunities will have to wait until they are a little bit older.
If you are like me and are short on time, or have little ones that can’t volunteer as easily, donating on Giving Tuesday is a FANTASTIC option. It is also a favorite for me because there is an opportunity to make a larger impact. Every little bit helps, but many of the organizations looking for donations have matching programs on special days like today.
If you are looking for a way to get the most bang for your donation buck – look no further! I’ve put together a short list of organizations in various categories that you can give to and make a big impact. Most have donation matching today, so you are helping those in need even more! Yay!
If you’re looking for a more local organization to give to, check HERE!
You can also click HERE to see if your employer will match your donation – helping event MORE! 🙂
- Feeding America: $1 = 20 meals this #GivingTuesday
- UNICEF Back To School: Donate today and send critical supplies to kids around the world
- International Rescue Committee: Tax deductible and Triple your impact by donating today
- World Wildlife Fund: Tax deductible and worldwide
- Farm Sanctuary: Donate today with matching $1 for $1 up to $20,000
- ASPCA and Humane Society: Two fantastic organizations helping those without a voice!
- National Parks Conservation Association:Tax deductible and being matched $1 for $1 up to $25,000 if you donate today!
- Oceana: Saving our oceans – a worldwide effort and something we all need
- The Nature Conservancy: Tax deductible and Double your impact by donating today
For more information on what Giving Tuesday is, how it started, etc. – click HERE.
Happy #GivingTuesday xoxo
Holiday time means pops of red, cozy sweater dresses and festive accessories. For my angel face, I found these amazing red velvet pom pom shoes. I can’t even tell you how comfy and cute they are. Sofia is obsessed with them – and they are on SALE right now!
I’ve linked to Sofia’s entire outfit below. You can get her actual dress (on sale), a set of 6 cutie socks for under $15, a set of bows to match every outfit, and those ruby slippers (also on sale). Click below to snag this adorable outfit which is perfect for these colder months. Not to mention, those shoes will work perfectly to visit Santa!
I’ve also linked to some alternative items that are similar and absolutely adorable! Sofia has a little Tiffany necklace on in the photo, but the mommy and me cross set below is beautiful! The bunny is our favorite – and that is no lie! Her name is Bitsy Bunny and we have several of her in our house. We have 2 of these holiday Bitsy Bunnies, and 4 or 5 of them in the classic pink. Sofia will not leave the house or sleep without Bitsy, so I have extras on hand so I am able to wash them without issue. I highly recommend Bitsy for your little one or as a gift. Imagine how cute a holiday Bitsy would look peeking out of a stocking! Such a sweet and amazing bunny. You can see the size in the photo above – Sofia is holding one of her pink Bitsy’s.
Take advantage of these sales before everything goes back to normal. So many great deals right now – don’t miss out!
Have a Ruby Slipper week! xoxo
