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It’s Love Drop Time- Meet the Aubins

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Last month they gave over $9,200 worth of cash, goods and services to their recipient, the Stalnaker family, who had been going through a financially hard time due to the effects of the BP oil spill on the Louisiana economy. Give a gift or servic e – Gift cards are always helpful. You can watch how it all went down here.

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Japan Relief – How You Can Help

Saving With Shellie

Pray for peace, comfort, hope and above all for miracles. :: Give – I know our economy isn’t the best and money is especially tight. I urge you to give whatever you can – even if it’s just $5. This will send a $10 donation to the Red Cross relief efforts in Japan. Text REDCROSS to 90999.

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Be Selfish – GIVE!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Motivational finance books, such as The One Minute Millionaire or Think and Grow Rich stress the importance of giving. They claim that if you give, you get back a thousandfold more. Humans are hard-wired to give. The individual has to give something to get the benefits of the group. Giving makes you healthier.

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Fun Friday Giveaway: Pampers Limited Edition USA Diapers & Wipes

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Within the Pampers Playground , there are three sections for parents and little ones to explore together: The Picnic Table gives parents the chance to upload and share photos and videos of all of the different ways their baby likes to play. Enter anyway and gift it to a lucky mom you know or donate a pregnancy resource center.

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Guest Post: Your Personal Strategic Savings Plan for 2011

For the Mommas

With the economy in the tank, retailers are fighting for your business with huge discounts and coupons. One of the best gifts you can give is education. Once you’ve met your own family’s needs, consider donating some of your surplus to a local food bank, church pantry or homeless shelter. Always find a way to give back.

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Caring Causes: Persevere

Motherhood Moments

They are known as Opportunity Youth because of their potential value to our communities and economies. Youth actively pursuing education or working positively impact the local economy, while non-working youth are not providing that same impact. We give them the space and trust to practice autonomy.

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How to Throw a Green Party

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If it is a gift-giving occasion, ask for donations to be made to environmental projects that you support. Is ‘Going Green’ Killing Our Economy? In addition to these main tips, you could use organic or locally-produced foods and support Fairtrade organizations with the party supplies you buy. Going Green at Work.

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