6 little things to do to be more charitable
Okay, we get it we’re not all Bill Gates, but that doesn’t mean we can’t be charitable in our everyday lives. Here are some handy ways you can lend a hand to your fellow man and give up some of your time or money to make the world a better place for someone who needs it more.
6. Volunteer your time
While you might not have enough material funds to give up a huge some volunteering your time for a good cause is an effective and some would say just as meaningful gesture. There is a range of charities that you should check out who are always on the lookout for a helping hand.
5. Become a blood donor
If you’re not a blood donor maybe 2016 is the year you should consider taking it up. Did you know that what if you are an existing donor you can continue donating whole blood right up to your 81st birthday and new donors can start right up until they’re 71.
4. Clean out your closet
We often have so many clothes that we don’t know what to do with them, unfortunately other people aren’t so lucky. So if you’ve got a little bit of spare time use it as an opportunity to clean out your closet and think about donating your clothes to charity.
3. Register as an organ donor
When you’re gone you’re not really going to need them anyway. By registering as an organ donor you can ensure your bits and bobs will be put to a good cause when you leave this earth and may see you save several lives in the process of doing so.
2. Help a neighbour with chores
Okay so this might not be an actual charity perse, but it’s definitely worth going around to your neighbour’s house and helping them with chores from time to time. It’s also an idea to spend a bit of your time chatting or having a cup of tea as it can make a big difference.
1. Raise awareness
Not everyone has the means to donate to charity regularly, and a lot of the people who actually do may not even be aware of a cause that they would feel passionate about. By using social media and word of mouth to raise awareness you can make a big difference in the lives of people who need it most.
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