Ways to Give Thanks and Pay It Forward
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give thanks to others and continue paying it forward.
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How do you give back to your community?
CARE is all about giving back. We have bankruptcy professionals who
give their time to teach students about financial literacy.
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CARE@care4yourfuture
Experian gives back by organizing volunteer activities and offering
donation matching programs!
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Andrew Luu @andrewluu1
Giving back is baked into our mission: to help community banks and credit unions help grow communities.
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Kasasa@Kasasa
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Compare Cards is passionate about students and not going into debt. We conduct a monthly $2500 scholarship!
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Compare Cards@CompareCards
Our awesome members have been helping us raise money for Eleventh Hour Rescue in Morris
County!
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Paul Moyer@SavingFreak
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What are some ways to give thanksto those around us?
A small gift, volunteering your time or charitable donations are all great
ways to give thanks during the holidays.
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CARE@care4yourfuture
It’s amazing what a few minutes of dedicated time can do. Pull someone
aside and thank them for how they’ve helped you.
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Kasasa@Kasasa
Always say thank you, smile, give extra tips during the holidays and do on to others as you
want to be done to you!
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Cary Carbonaro, CFP@CaryCarbonaro
Simply telling people that you appreciate them doing something small
is but a rare thing for many people.
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Money Crashers @MoneyCrashers
Smile at a stranger. You never know how far that will go with someone. It
can make their entire day!
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Pica Credit Union@PicaCreditUnion
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Why is giving thanks important?
You need to have an attitude of gratitude and always count the
blessings you have.
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Cary Carbonaro, CFP@CaryCarbonaro
Because you are able to better recognize and are more grateful for all
of the blessings and resources you have.
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CARE@care4yourfuture
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CordiaGrad@CordiaGrad
It’s important to show the people in your life that you care for and appreciate them.
It helps us realize we have so many things to be grateful for. It should be practiced
everyday, not just on Thanksgiving.
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MyMoneyCoach.ca@mymoneycoach_ca
Gratitude and giving back are the key ingredients to success.
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Kasasa @Kasasa
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What are the different ways we cangive back to our communities?
Volunteer! Donate! Spread good messages and causes! Experian
volunteered 7000 hours and gave $1 million to nonprofits in FY15.
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Andrew Luu@andrewluu1
Donating your time to teach valuable skills.
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Kasasa@Kasasa
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CARE@care4yourfuture
Make a donation or volunteer time to a local organization that is making a difference in your community.
When you shop for Thanksgiving dinner, buy a little extra for the local
foodbank.
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Rod Griffin@Rod_Griffin
If you aren’t in the financial position to donate money or goods to those in need, try mentoring or volunteering.
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Cordia Grad@CordiaGrad
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How can parents get their kids involved in charitable giving?
Have your kids volunteer with you to show them the importance of charitable
giving. Lead by example for your kids.
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CARE @care4yourfuture
There really is no feeling like giving back, and if that creeps in at a young age, it will surely have an impact as
they grow.
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Kasasa@Kasasa
Let them choose charities that benefit other kids who are not as fortunate. They can see how the gift
makes a big difference.
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Paul Moyer@SavingFreak
The best ways to encourage kindness in children are paradigm changes. Take them outside of their world and show
them how others live.
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Fabiola Johnson@PHAVZ
Make them a part of it from the start. My girls started donating clothes
and toys as youngsters.
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Leah Ingram@suddenlyfrugal
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How can you find out about organizations in need?
Ask around in your neighborhood. Go to a community center, church or local
government agency to see who needs help.
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CARE@care4yourfuture
Talk to local churches. They are usually connected to many of the
local charities that are in need.
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Paul Moyer @SavingFreak
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Kasasa@Kasasa
Because there are so many out there, take a look at Charity Navigator to help find the right one for you.
Call your local chamber of commerce.
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Rod Griffin @Rod_Griffin
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Before donating money, how can you verify the organization is legit?
Check out GiveWell for a list of charities that really stand out.
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Kasasa@Kasasa
For a quick charity check, try BBB Wise Giving Alliance. Make sure your
charity is legit, then give.
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KOFE@KOFETIME
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Dr. Barbara O’Neill@moneytalk1
Donate money only to charities you know are
registered with the IRS. Check their 990 form at GuideStar.
The best way to check is to go to GuideStar.org
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Cary Carbonaro, CFP @CaryCarbonaro
GuideStar has a ton of information about nonprofits, their impact, and
mission statements.
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CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad
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What are some ways to supportour military?
Donating your time goes a long way. Show them that you’re there to help them through the transition stage.
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Kasasa@Kasasa
Most active military would prefer that you help support their families. Find ways
to take care of a military family in your area.
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Paul Moyer@SavingFreak
Donate your time and money to veterans like Wounded Warrior Project or other such organizations.
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CARE@care4yourfuture
November is Military Family Month. Support our troops by supporting their
families, like they do ours!
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KOFE@KOFETIME
If veterans qualify for a TSLGI benefit, they get free financial planning advice from a qualified CFP.
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Cary Carbonaro, CFP @CaryCarbonaro
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How can we help those who are hungry in our communities?
Support your local food bank! There’s a year-round need for food, not just
around the holidays.
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CordiaGrad@CordiaGrad
Have gift cards in your car to give to homeless people that hang
out on street corners.
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Ashley Jacobs@wisebread
Support your local food bank! There’s a year-round need for food, not just around the holidays.
Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ETKasasa @Kasasa
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Volunteer time at a food bank or kitchen. It is such an important time for
these charities and they need help.
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CARE@care4yourfuture
Libraries hold year-round food drives.
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KOFE @KOFETIME
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Do you have any final tips for giving thanks and paying it
forward this holiday season?
Be genuine and be present when giving back.
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Kasasa @Kasasa
Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ETAshley Jacobs @wisebread
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You don’t have to be rich to give or pay it forward. Your time is just as valuable as your money.
Don’t limit giving thanks and paying it forward to just the holidays of the
year. Do it year-round and great things will happen.
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CARE@care4yourfuture
Be grateful for what you have! Be kind and compassionate! Give freely of yourself and remember to always smile with a kind
heart.
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Cary Carbonaro, CFP@CaryCarbonaro
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