Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Have you heard the old saying: “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”? We were poor, Mom and Dad lived every day showing us what it meant to ‘make it do’ and we often ‘did without’ Here are my thoughts on frugal ways to make things do. Use up your food. Plan uses for your leftovers.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 19, 2013

For example, Joe, a regular reader here at FTM, is making this donation today. Here is the note from Joe: This is our 2nd big food donation to the Cupboard at Calvary, a Food Pantry Mission. We received a thank you letter in the mail from them for our last donation. Wonder how this round will stack up!

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

Related reading: 10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores. To save time during the week, I make the salad and chop the fruit on Sunday nights. I’ve been making bacon a lot lately in my cast iron skillet. Plasma Donations: $420. I earned $420 from 5 donations and a $50 bonus in the month of July. Got Bacon Fat?

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July Frugal Credit Cards Donation 130

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

For those looking to make money in an easily accessible way, apps provide plenty of avenues to consider. Here’s the scoop on seven free money-making apps. Cons: Making money can be a slow process. You can make an impact with your cash back earnings by donating a portion to nonprofit partners.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I make notes of gift ideas for my family and friends throughout the year.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 18, 2022

More than 300 radio stations around the nation will host radiothons throughout the year to support the campaign and ask listeners to become a Partner in Hope , where a monthly donation of $19 earns donors a This Shirt Saves Lives tee. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food so they can focus on helping their child live.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 19, 2012

It usually coincides with our neighborhood's big sale and I make out quite nicely with the profits. Unfortunately not everything in your home is considered a tax deduction if donated. There are rules to follow when taking a tax deduction for your donated items. Every year, I have a yard sale. Keep it with your tax documents.

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Simply CVS

JANUARY 10, 2018

This would be great to donate to a food pantry, adult daycare, or Hospice!!! Each week I make a list of the extra buck deals that. There's a pretty good deal on Boost this week, if you can get your hands on two of last week's coupon inserts. These include the best CVS extra buck deals for rolling.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 7, 2022

It’s been a long time since I’ve shared a “How I Frugal-ed” post, but for a variety of reasons, I’m making a more conscious effort lately to flex my frugal muscles. I’m only interested in food. Plasma donation: $350 –I took a break from donating plasma. Will I make back the money?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 8, 2012

They barely have food to eat, and the mother, who is pregnant, prepares for the new baby by sewing feedsack nighties for him. Yet, when people in the community come to ask for donations for the needy, the narrator’s mother does not hesitate to give away some of her few remaining canned goods. Or, donate to a family at Christmas.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

This is to help drivers determine if they want to make that run. ” but that makes no sense to me. I know wait staff is often paid a lower-than-usual hourly wage, with the expectation that tips will make up the difference, but if you pick up a Panera order that you placed online or at a kiosk, there’s no wait staff involved.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 19, 2011

Click HERE for a FREE sample of Purina Beneful IncrediBites Dog Food from Walmart. They make great donation/gift basket items! Click HERE for more freebies and samples. Share or Print This!

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Simply CVS

JANUARY 10, 2018

This would be great to donate to a food pantry, adult daycare, or Hospice!!! Each week I make a list of the extra buck deals that There's a pretty good deal on Boost this week, if you can get your hands on two of last week's coupon inserts. These include the best CVS extra buck deals for rolling.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 29, 2014

One of the best ways to boost your finances, and help others at the same time, is to make charitable donations. When you make it a priority to donate to charity, you are in better control of your finances, and you help make the world a better place. You can donate your time as well as your money.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 23, 2020

These seven ways to help out can make a big impact while keeping you and your community safe. It’s very rare that staying home can be considered helping your community, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference by doing nothing! Donate to Food Banks. Donate Blood.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

There are many small simple changes we can make in our daily activities that have a huge impact on the planet. You can make your own or your can buy them for cheap. We make our own using a few simple ingredients of washing soda , soap flakes, and borax. Make sure to check for water leaks too with toilets and sinks.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

For starters, I didn’t donate plasma this month and that is usually my biggest source of extra cash. I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to not only help us get through current higher food and gas prices but also to help us achieve our big financial goals. But in the end, $155 is still a gift.

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Simply CVS

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

CVS has select food items on sale the week of 11/18 (four day sale S - W) for 10/$10 (you don't have to buy 10 to get that price). There is this new printable coupon this morning for $1 off 1 any Lindsay so makes for some free Olives for Thanksgiving (or donating). off Lindsay Olives product.

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Printable Coupon CVS Thanksgiving Donation 174

Saving With Shellie

JULY 6, 2011

From July 8th – 10th, Petco will be giving away two free cans of Royal Canin cat food. For every can given away, they will make a donation to the Petco Foundation. This is a great opportunity to get some free cat food and help a good cause. Happy Saving! HOT DEAL: Get a Free One Month Netflix Subscription.

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Simply CVS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

There are a couple incontinence items this week, if you don't need them, there's many great places to donate them-food pantries, adult day-cares, etc. Each week I make a list of the extra buck deals that will use up the least extra bucks. These include the best CVS extra buck deals for rolling.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2015

Help Giant Food Stores & Feeding America End Hunger! However, if you are experiencing food insecurity or having trouble putting food on the table please click here to find resources to help you. million seniors, are food insecure, meaning they live at risk of hunger. 1 in 6 Americans is food insecure.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

This post and giveaway are sponsored by GIANT Food Stores. It’s easy to make the switch, and with these items not on my grocery list, I’ve made more room in my grocery budget for actual food. Make reusable Swiffer dry mop covers from old flannel blankets or shirts. American households waste about $600 of food a year.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 8, 2012

I think it is pretty obvious that I LOVE the food at WDW, ha! Side note: If there is a “rumbly in your tumbly”, you might want to get a snack now because these facts are going to make you hungry! =P). And as they always say, food always tastes better when there is a harpist around… =P. More than 1.8 million pounds, woah!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2012

Most of the money these organizations receive is, in-fact, from regular people like you and I who feel we are doing the right thing by donating a few of our hard-earned bucks to a cause we care about. No one would begrudge GMO king Monsanto from attempting to donate millions to environmental groups; that’s just smart business.

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Environmental Groups Money Donation Ikea 187

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 16, 2016

Perks: Buy a certain number of bags of food (usually 10 or 12) and get a voucher for a free bag of food. You can join their loyalty program without making a purchase. Pet Food Direct: Pet Food Direct is an online distributor for all things dog and cat, including food, toys, treats and more. Website: [link].

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 7, 2013

There are a lot of things that you can start on in the late winter to give yourself a kick-start, and make the big task easier. Lots of dust settles on your walls over time, and doing this ahead of time will make your spring cleaning a lot easier. Donate the items you no longer want to keep. Wipe Down the Walls.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 21, 2011

1 Purina One Cat Food Coupon (use zip 19606 if needed) – good on any size. Many other stores have 1lbs priced for under $2.00, making it free. This is a great donation item or filler if you are using a $ off $$ coupon. There is a new $2.00/1 Weis has the 1lb Purina One on sale for $1.99.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 12, 2016

ShopRite: 6 FREE Purina Mighty Dog Wet Dog Food Cans. Dog owners, this is a great deal to stock up on dog food, or you could even do this deal and donate some to the local pet shelter! ShopRite has Purina Mighty Dog Wet Dog Food on sale for $0.62 ea and we have a printable and store coupon to make 6 FREE cans!

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 24, 2013

A brand new B1G1 FREE 5.5oz can of ALPO Dog Food Coupon is available and makes the small cans just $0.25 Cheap pet deals are great for donating! Alpo Dog Food 5.5oz – $0.50. Use 1 – B1G1 FREE 5.5oz can of ALPO Dog Food Coupon. The post Alpo Dog Food Just 25¢ At Walmart – STOCKUP!!

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For the Mommas

APRIL 25, 2014

This is a great way to donate just by purchasing something you are already buying! For every jar of Barilla sauce purchased, Barilla will donate $0.05 to Feeding America’s National Produce Program , which secures one pound of fresh produce on behalf of local food banks. Barilla will make a minimum donation of 4.2

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Recipes Donation Bank Banking 65

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

Check your Pet Smart for the 5lb bags of Science Diet dog food. Science Diet Dog Food 4lb $5.00. 1 coupon on the Science Diet website that would make it $2.00 This is a great freebie to go pick up for a donation item! If so, you can pick it up for free! 1 coupon in the 1/9/11 SS Insert. There is also a $3.00/1

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

That’s because you can’t remember the last time you saw it free of small toys, tossed around clothes, books, food wrappers, and dirty socks. Make sure it’s free of dirty clothes, books, toys, and so on. Organize the drawers: Go through each drawer, making sure that everything inside is clean and folded.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 30, 2019

Stores usually publish their return policies, so review the return policy before you make any big purchases that you think you might need to return. If you’re thinking of returning your hurricane supplies, you should check with the retailer before your purchase to make sure the published return policy still applies.

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Costco Donation Florida Consumer 61

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it. If your child (or you) just has to have that store bought costume with all the non-biodegradable materials (you know, that one that costs you at least $20), then after its typical one time use, just donate to your local charity or sell it at your next garage sale or online.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2019

Every couponer’s dream is to have a stockpile of food, household essentials, and non-perishables stored safely in their home. And if you go a step further by canning, freeze drying, and jarring your own foods, it is vital that you have a safe place to keep everything. The sun can make foods expire prematurely.

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For the Mommas

MAY 2, 2014

This is a great way to donate just by purchasing something you are already buying! For every jar of Barilla sauce purchased, Barilla will donate $0.05 to Feeding America’s National Produce Program , which secures one pound of fresh produce on behalf of local food banks. Barilla will make a minimum donation of 4.2

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Recipes Donation Bank Banking 55

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

CVS: Purina Beneful Dog Food for Only $0.62 lb bags of Purina Beneful dog food will be on sale, Buy One Get One Free. There is also a Buy One Get One Free manufacturer’s coupon coming out in the 2/28 Smart Source insert that you can use to make the final price only $0.62 Buy (2) Purina Beneful Dog Food, 3.5

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