Gifts with meaning not only for Christmas

The time of wonder and reflection, joy and gifts is approaching - the Christmas season. And with that comes the question of what to give to loved ones and friends . Another Christmas decoration? A chocolate surprise? Or just money?

Make a donation

A no-loss variant is to donate the gift money . Non-profit organizations offer fundraising opportunities for various important projects (not just at Christmas, of course). Here's how it works: You choose a charity that is close to the person you want to give the gift to and donate the money to that project on that person's behalf.

For example, your friend likes animals and supports animal welfare organizations. Then a donation for such a project will definitely bring him joy. Or your sister campaigns for the rights of people with disabilities. Then the sponsorship of a disadvantaged child with a disability abroad could be a popular present. The non-profit organization you have chosen can send you an electronic certificate after the donation, where the name of the recipient is given. You can print out this donation certificate, wrap it up nicely and put it under the Christmas tree as a gift.

If you're not sure which charity your family member or friend would prefer, you can donate the money to any charity , and the nonprofit will use your donation to help where it is most needed.

Gift ideas: give ...

...a life

One of the best-known non-profit organizations , Ärzte ohne Grenzen, provides medical assistance to people left alone in conflict zones, after natural disasters and during epidemics, who may die from their illnesses or injuries. With your donation to this non-profit organization, you are helping doctors to save lives .

...Nourishment

Welthungerhilfe is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Their goal is to end global hunger . With its aid projects, this organization works worldwide to find a sustainable solution to the problem of hunger around the world. With your donation you can make your contribution to reducing the number of hungry people and thus share the joy of Christmas.

...a hope of happiness

SOS-Kinderdorf e.V. is one of the largest support associations that operates worldwide. For years he has been concerned with improving living conditions for disadvantaged children and their families. SOS Children's Villages is a good example of the meaningful Christmas gifts you can give in the form of a donation.

...a chance for a good future

Take my hand e.V. is a young non-profit organization. It has only existed for two years, but has already received several awards. Take my hand eV supports the orphans in East Eurasia. The association implements several aid projects for the orphans , which support them in the orphanages and after leaving the home with education, health care and in life emergencies . Today, the focus of the non-profit organization is on the children's homes in Ukraine, Russia and Kazakhstan.

...or groceries

Community Kitchen München has existed for 10 years. The team wants to reduce food waste and thus help protect the climate. They save foodstuffs that are about to expire, check them for edibility, process them into new meals and realize them through their restaurant or at events as catering. Community Kitchen also hosts environmental education workshops that are open to everyone.

We have presented just a few examples of nonprofit organizations and gifting opportunities. There are still a large number of non-profit associations that deal with animal welfare and environmental protection, with help for refugees and those in need after natural disasters, with educational, educational or health projects. The main thing is your desire to create a miracle with your Christmas donation and thereby bring joy to your loved ones .