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7 Ways to (Safely) Help Your Community Right Now

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Donate to Food Banks. This leads to an increased need for food banks. You might also check in with your favorite local businesses to see if they sell gift cards or certificates. Blood banks are experiencing severe shortages. Check out the CDC website to learn more. Donate Blood. Foster a Pet.

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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Donate good clothing you really can’t use to a non-profit and bank the tax deduction. There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate. If you can’t afford a gift, make or do something for the recipient.

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What Makes a Saver?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In the book, “Young Bucks – How to raise a future millionaire” author Troy Dunn claims that the greatest gift you can ever give your child is the ‘gift of want’ Unless a child wants something badly enough, they won’t spend the time and energy to try to figure out a way to go get it.

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Buying A House In 2023: A Step-By-Step Guide

Savings Corner

Your bank or credit card company might offer free access to your score or credit report, too. You may need to submit additional paperwork as your lender completes the process, such as bank statements, tax returns or additional proof of income, so keep your paperwork organized. Consider options backed by the federal government.

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Disney Trip Cost, Breakdown & How I Paid For It

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One was for $50 from Speedway Rewards , and three were $50 Shell gift cards MyPoints. I also cashed out for three FREE $10 Panera gift cards and one $25 Subway gift from MyPoints , so my goal is to spend less than $20. My advice is to not add this to your online banking. Sunshine Rewards = $100 Disney Gift Card.

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Target Deals Week of Week of 3/25/12

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Gift Card Deals Xbox 360 Kinect Bundle - $249.00 FREE $50 Target gift card with purchase $199 each after gift card NOOK Tablet (8 GB) - $199.00 FREE $10 Target gift card with purchase $189.99 FREE $10 Target gift card with purchase $159.99 4/30/12 (Target 03/04/12). wyb 2 $1.50/1

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DIY Sock Snowmen

For the Mommas

This leaves me, as a mother of 5, trying to come up with ideas to do with my kids without breaking the bank. Another great thing, a lot of what’s needed you probably have already in your home, garage, or can find at the dollar store. Use embellishments to create a unique and personal gift. What you will need-.

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