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Women’s Shelters: Needed Items List (Please Read!)

November 9, 2011 By 3 Comments

We often suggest that if you find a great deal, you should grab a little extra and pass it on to someone in need.  Many of us include in our weekly shopping lists items SPECIFICALLY to donate – to shelters, food banks and the like.  See the weekly list of “Cheap Donation Items”.

Browsing WeUseCoupons today – I saw a thread about Women’s Shelters and I had to read it.  What I learned opened my eyes to just HOW MUCH these women need when they leave their lives behind and run for safety.  One brave woman shared her experience, having just left a women’s shelter for domestic abuse, listing items they needed there.  I also rang up a couple local women’s shelters to ask – and I’ve compiled a donation list.

This woman summed it all for me with these words:

I checked in with my driver’s license my cell phone and my car. That’s it.
And I’m lucky.
Literally everything you use from the moment you wake up, to the moment you go to sleep… we needed.

Toiletries/Household:

  • soap
  • shampoo
  • Hair brushes, spray, accessories (Many have to go to court to confront their abusers!)
  • feminine hygeine
  • razors
  • toothpaste/toothbrush
  • mouthwash
  • contact solution, cases
  • cleaning supplies
  • laundry detergent
  • Sample-sized items (for those relocating)
  • First-aid items (Band-aids, neosporin..)
  • NO MEDICATIONS ACCEPTED

For Children Staying There With Their Mothers:

  • Diapers
  • Wipes
  • Formula
  • Bottles, Sippies, Pacifiers
  • Toys & Books (even old ones are fine!)

Food (Think easy “cook & share” dinners like casseroles and pastas, also kid-friendly foods):

  • Pasta
  • Rice
  • PB & J
  • Canned Goods
  • Kid-friendly foods
  • Snacks

Non-Coupon Items (When moved to a new home, they often start over with NOTHING):

  • Leftover gift cards with just a little left on it (Write the amount clearly on card)
  • Dishes
  • Utensils
  • Towels
  • Bedding
  • Clothes
  • Appliances (Large & Small!)
Filed Under: Donation Items, Get Involved, Time 2 Give

Toys R Us: Toy Story 3 Operation Game $1!! (11/6 – 11/12)

November 6, 2011 By 5 Comments

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Toy Story 3 Operation Game only $1.00!!

No, you didn’t read it wrong. Starting today 11/6 Toys R Us will be selling Toy Story 3 Operation Games for ONLY $1!! There is no coupon needed.

 

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  • Perfect Christmas gift if your kids love Toy Story
  • Kids already have it? Go ahead and buy one and stash it away in your gift closet for the next birthday party.
  • Buy to Give – My favorite, purposeful giving.  As you see deals like this, look beyond your life and think about how you can use this fabulous deal to bless a child this Christmas.

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Other Deals:

  • Several Hasbro games are on sale for $5.  Including Candy Land, Memory and Cootie to mention a few.
  • Purchase over $35 in Hasbro game products and receive a $10 Toys R Us gift card.
  • Purchase over $50 in Hasbro game products and receive a $15 Toys R Us gift card.

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    We haven’t gotten confirmation if you can purchase this online and pick up at your local store for free yet.  Go to Toys ‘R’ Us Coupons to look for coupons for other items on your list.
    Plus – there’s that cash back thing again – 2%!

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    Most stores open at 9am – we may have to make a quick trip on the way to church to snag one.  Let us know if you get one!

    Filed Under: HOT Deals- FlutterBUYS, Time 2 Give, Toy Deals, Toys R Us

    Chattanooga Food Bank Happenings! Apple Preserving Class & Mocs Game

    October 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment

    Ya’ll know we are all about giving here. When you save, you have the privilege of giving. This weekend there are two opportunities to serve our local food bank and to have some fun. The Apple Preserving Class sounds like fun. If you can’t make that, then there is the Mocs game on Saturday. Thanks Jen from the Chattanooga Area Food Bank!

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    Apple Preserving Class

    Friday, October 28
    6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m

    Cost: $10 (includes instructional materials)
    Master Gardeners can take this class for CEU credit.
    To register, contact Jane Mauldin at jmauldin@chattfoodbank.org

     

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    Mocs vs. Furman

    Saturday, October 29 2:00 p.m.
    Finley Stadium

    Join us as the UTC Mocs take on Furman.  Bring 3 canned food (or non-perishable) items and admission is only $5!  That’s a 66% savings off the regularly priced $15 general admission ticket.  Food donations will go to help re-stock the Food Bank’s pantry so that we can continue to provide emergency food boxes to families in need.
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    All you have to do is come to the game with your non-perishable food items. The Food Bank will have volunteers and collection barrels at each ticket box office. When you drop off your donation at one of the barrels, we will give you a voucher to redeem your $5 ticket at the nearby box office. It’s that easy!

    Tickets will not be available at the Food Bank.
    Please bring your donations to the game.

    Filed Under: Family Life, Time 2 Give

    Time 2 Give in Action: 2 Pirate Costumes only $1.98 at #Little Tikes

    October 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment

    Only $1.98 (86% OFF)

    Reg Price $13.99 (You Save $12.01)

    12 Pack of Black Pirate Costumes – Only $11.88 (86% OFF)

     

    If you missed my post this morning about shopping to give, go here to read.   We want to live out a life of purposeful giving outside of our grocery cart.  When there are super deals like 2 pirate costumes for $1.98 instead of just asking myself is there someone on my Christmas list that would like this as a gift.  I want to look beyond my life and ask myself if this is something that I can afford that could bless someone else.  Buy 2 Give

    These pirate dress up clothes are perfect for toddlers 2 to 4 years old. Use them as Halloween costumes or as part of your every day toys.

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    Get together with a couple of friends and order a combine your orders so that you cn split the shipping fee.  It’s a great way to reduce your shipping cost.  However, the greatest gift is the opportunity to share the joy of giving with others.

    Shipping Cost (as of 10/26 3am)

    • Order 1 – 7 (Shipping $7.95)
    • Order 8-20 (Shipping $10.95)
    • Order 20 – 40 (Shipping $19.95)

    As always don’t forget to shop through a cash back site, like ebates. ( I compared cash back sites ebates has the highest payout)

    • Click here to join ebates for free & receive a $5 Welcome Bonus! (or login for current customers)
    • Search Little Tikes
    • Click the link for Little Tikes and you will be directed to the site
    • Search Pirate Costume in Search Bar
    • Add to your cart and check out.

    Below are links to other posts that would be great items to Buy 2 Give!

     

    Leave a comment and share your ideas.  In thinking about looking outside ourselves to buy 2 give it can be for an elderly neighbor that lives alone, a pregnant teen needing encouragement, etc… The possibilities are endless.  However, my ability to stay awake any longer (3:41am) has officially ended.

     

     

    Filed Under: Ebates & Swagbucks, HOT Deals- FlutterBUYS, Time 2 Give

    Dollar General: 10 Cent Summer Clearance Sale!

    October 25, 2011 By 5 Comments

    It’s time for the Dollar General 10 Cent Clearance Sale!  Dollar General stores have marked much of the summer clearance items down to just a dime – and here are some of the deals you can get:

    Photo thanks to geegee921 of WeUseCoupons!

    • Clocks
    • Picture Frames
    • Bistro Table (!!!!!)
    • Garden Tools
    • Bird Feeders
    • Patio items – Tiki Torches, Umbrella Stands, Pots
    • Pools, Jump Ropes, Chalk, Goggles, Floats, Water Guns, Hockey Sticks
    • NOTE: We’ve heard that some “As Seen on TV” items are also $.10 – like Giant Cupcake pan, brownie pans, etc…

    Time2Give: LOTS of these items would make great donation ideas – imagine dropping off several clocks at the Women’s shelter, where abused women have had to leave their homes with nothing but the clothes on their backs.  Or filling up an Operation Christmas Child box with fun chalk, jump ropes, squirt guns, etc..

    Filed Under: Dollar General, Time 2 Give

    Time 2 Give Best Buys of the Week: $1 and Under

    October 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment

    Here at Time2$ave, we’re all about helping you save money, but also we want to free you up to GIVE. We believe that when you can bring home an abundance for your family while spending little – you’ll be able to answer the call when God presents an opportunity to bless someone else through your giving.

    We’ve compiled a list of FREE or under $1 items at Grocery, Drug, and National Retail Stores, the prices listed are AFTER sale price & coupons.  Refer to the link below each store list for coupon matchups.

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    Grocery:

    Bi-Lo:

    • Cole’s Garlic Bread -FREE
    • Pillsbury Sweet Moments Brownies -FREE
    • Pepsi 2-Liter –FREE
    • King’s Hawaiian Rolls 4 count –FREE
    • 2 signature deli sides –FREE
    • Mueller’s Whole Grain –FREE
    • Peeps Halowwen –FREE
    • Startkist Chunk Light Tuna -FREE
    • Mt.Olive Banana Pepper Rings -$.22
    • Ricola Cought Drops $.25
    • Maruchan Instant Lunch Cups -$.27
    • Idahoan Potatoes -$.38
    • SH Potato Classics $.40
    • Breech – Nut Babyfood Stage -$.43
    • Campbell’s Chicken Noodle/Tomato Soup -$.53
    • International Delight Flavored Creamers -$.56
    • Fall Squash or Green Cabbage- $0.69/lb
    • 2000 Flushes -$.74
    • Pop –Secret 3ct Box -$.75
    • Dixie Lily or Alabama King Stone Ground Corn Meal -$.75
    • Dixie Lily Grits -$.79
    • Merita Hambuger/Hotdog Buns -$.79
    • Born Free Natural Veg.-Fed Eggs -$.79
    • Midnight Oranges – $0.79
    • Frozen Grade A Turkey – $0.89/lb
    • Sara Lee Wheat Bread -$.89
    • Green Peppers- $0.89
    • Progresso Lite, Reduced Sodium or high Fiber Soup -$.95
    • John Morrell Smoked Sausage – $0.99
    • McIntosh or Empire Apples – $0.99/lb
    • Fresh Chicken Drumsticks, Thighs or Whole Fryer – $0.99/lb

    To see entire Bi-Lo matchups – Go HERE!

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    Filed Under: Best Buys of the Week, Grocery Store, Time 2 Give

    Chattanooga Area Food Bank: “Hunger Wipeout” Obstacle Challenge

    September 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment

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    I was shocked when I read that 21% of Tennessee children live in poverty.   Yes, we have faced financial difficulty in our families, like most Americans however I can’t imagine not having any food to feed my children at home.  That kind of poverty I can’t wrap my mind around.  All I can think about is my little ones, and how often they tell me they are hungry during the day.  We might be out of milk, or their favorite snack but I’ve never had to look in their little eyes and tell them there is no food.

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    “Hunger Wipeout” – East Tennesse / North Georgia Area”

    What is Hunger Wipeout?

    Both Children and adults will have loads of fun.

    • Lupi’s Pizza will be onsite if you want to picnic in our beautiful garden area
    • We have some great prizes to give away
    • Hippie Radio will be broadcasting – so music will be plenty
    • 12 obstacle challenges
    • Plus:  face painting, seed bomb making, paper plate art, & shaving cream art

    How can I participate?
    To participate, please fill out a registration form, either the Family Registration Form, or the Individual Registration Form.  Then have everyone sign a separate Participant Waiver.
    $15 per family/ $8 per individual Registration will be from 9:30 – 10:30 am.  As soon as you get checked in, you can start the obstacle challenge! Don’t miss this great event to help fight childhood hunger.  All proceeds go to our sack pack program.

    You can register in advance or the day of the event.  For details about the event please visit our FAQ page!   Children as young as 5 can participate in most, if not all of the event.

    Sack Program
    According to USDA statistics, 21% of Tennessee children live in poverty
    On school days these children receive a nutricious meal through the free or reduced lunch program.  However, there are some children who have no food at home to eat during the weekends.  To help eliminate this problem, the Food Bank created the Sack Pack program.  Sack Packs are bags of food that children take home from school on Friday.  These bags contain child-friendly products – easy to open, easy to feed themselves.

    During the 2010 – 2011 school year, the Food Bank delivered 144,000 Sack Packs to 32 schools.

    Filed Under: thoughful thursday, Time 2 Give

    Best Buys of the Week: Under $1 or FREE (8/24 -8/30)

    August 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment

     


    Here at Time2$ave, we’re all about helping you save money, but also we want to free you up to GIVE.  We believe that when you can bring home an abundance for your family while spending little – you’ll be able to answer the call when God presents an opportunity to bless someone else through your giving.
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    Welcome to our weekly segment, listing what’s FREE or under $1 from the Grocery Store & Drugstores.  We’ll note items that make GREAT donation items with an *(asterisk).  These prices are AFTER sale price & coupons.  To see how to get these prices please refer to the sales ad to each store.

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    Grocery:

    Aldi:

    • Iceberg Lettuce $.69 each
    • Tomatoes $.99 per 3-pk
    • Yellow Squash $.99 each
    • Zucchini $.99 each

    To see entire Aldi’s Ad – GO HERE!

    Bi-Lo:

    To see entire Bi-Lo matchups – Go HERE!

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    Filed Under: Best Buys of the Week, Grocery Store, Time 2 Give

    Urgent Need!

    July 27, 2011 By 2 Comments

    Orphanage Emmanuel is located in Guaimaca, Honduras.  It houses over 460 children who are orphaned in that country.  Those who serve there have made an incredible sacrifice to care for these precious orphans in such a special way.  Groups from our church have visited and some even served long-term at the orphanage.  We have recently learned that there is a food shortage and is being considered an urgent need.  The Moon Pie Company has reached out in partnership over recent years to provide Moon Pies to the children.  At the present need, those are part of the main source of food for the children.  I can’t imagine having that kind of heart to serve, willingness to live each day in faith that God will provide.  Let’s pull together for these kids!

    Our church (The Church at Gracepoint) is sending a shipment of food this week.  They are collecting donations until tomorrow (Thursday, July 28th). Please drop them off by 3pm so they can be boxed and moved to ship.  I’ve given a list of needed items.  The key here is not necessarily to provide a wide assortment of things, rather larger quantities to feed everyone.  They do have a stove (kind of like a camping stove) and an oven.  Other than that, it’s rustic living.  Notes of encouragement or pictures would also be welcomed.

    The Church at Gracepoint
    2575 Old Freewill Rd.
    Cleveland, TN 37312
    (423) 728.5050

    Items needed:

    • canned vegetables (green beans, peas, carrots, corn)
    • canned fruit (peaches, pears, fruit cocktail, applesauce, pineapple)
    • canned soup (chicken noodle, tomato)
    • manual can openers
    • noodles (basic noodles, they have little milk to add to it, ramen-noodles are okay)
    • cereal (Fruit loops, Cherrios, Apple Jacks, those that can be eaten with or without milk)
    • peanut butter
    • bars (granola, cereal, protein, pop tarts)
    • raisins, peanuts, trail mix, marshmallows, dry beans, rice
    • ready to eat meals (like the Hormel ones)

    If you have any questions, just leave a comment. This is going straight to the orphanage.  Please pull from your stockpile and help us meet this need! 460 kids is a lot, but we are blessed to be a blessing. Thanks everyone!

    Filed Under: Time 2 Give

    CVS: $.99 Xtra Detergent (Week of 7/17)

    July 14, 2011 By 4 Comments

    CORRECTION: This will actually be $.99 – not $.49 – I simply read the ad wrong and got a little over-excited!! :)

    Starting this Sunday at CVS – you’ll be able to get a fantabulous deal on Xtra Laundry Detergent – just $.99!  Keep your eyes out for blinkie machines at the Dollar Stores…..

    Xtra Detergent $1.49 (Limit 5)
    Use $1/2 Blinkie (Found in the Dollar Stores) or $1/2 from 5/15 SmartSource
    (Makes it $.99 each)

    ** This is a Great item to donate!

    - thanks weusecoupons

    Filed Under: CVS, Donation Items, Drugstores, Time 2 Give

    Staples FREE 3 Pack Gel Pen – Coupon exp 7/16

    July 13, 2011 By 5 Comments

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    **HOT**  FREE Pilot Recycled Gel Pens

    Print this Staples Coupon for 3 FREE B2P Gel Pens HERE.

    B2P (Bottle 2 Pen) is the World’s First recycled pen made from plastic bottles!

    Before you run out to snag your free pens,  check out this weeks hot deals at Staples HERE.

    Jamie put together The ULTIMATE School Supply Deals HERE.

     


    Ya’ll know if we talk about Time 2 $ave we have to mention Time 2 Give don’t miss

    Donate School Supplies to Give Kids a Chance here.

     

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    Donate School Supplies to Give Kids a Chance!

    July 13, 2011 By 2 Comments

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    If you’ve checked out the School Supplies Deals Roundup for this week HERE, you know that you can pick up essentials like crayons, markers and glue for as little as a penny.  We at Time2Save firmly believe that one of the most rewarding parts of getting a “good deal” is being able to bless others through our giving.

    With that in mind, we ask you to please consider grabbing some extra supplies during these back to school sales to donate to children who won’t be arriving at school with backpacks full of new markers and colored pencils.  Children whose parents are struggling just to put food on the table.

    We’d like to highlight one opportunity for giving, sent in by reader Michele for Cleveland, TN – and encourage you to post similar programs in the comment section for providing school supplies for those in need!

    North Cleveland Church of God is having a back to school program named “Give a Kid a Chance” this Saturday from 9am-1pm. This program will be giving 500 backpacks filled with school supplies, new outfits, haircuts, chiropractic exams, breakfast, etc.  All items will be free.  Register to attend by calling 423-375-5513 by Thursday – if you are in need of school supplies.

    - Thank you Michele!

    Filed Under: Back to School, Time 2 Give

    Best Buys of the Week: Under $1 or FREE (6/29 – 7/5)

    June 30, 2011 By 1 Comment

    Here at Time2Save, we’re all about helping you save money, but also we want to free you up to GIVE.  We believe that when you can bring home an abundance for your family while spending little – you’ll be able to answer the call when God presents an opportunity to bless someone else through your giving.
    Welcome to our *NEW* weekly segment to point out what’s FREE or under $1 from the Grocery Store & Drugstores.  We will note what will be GREAT donation items with an *(asterisk).  These prices are AFTER sale price & coupons.  To see how to get these prices please refer to the sales ad to each store.

    Grocery:

    Aldi:

    • Honeydew – .99
    • *Reganno Farfelle or Tri-Color Rotini – .89
    • *Arizona Tea – .99
    • *Burman’s BBQ Sauce – .89
    • *Tuscans Garden Marinades - .99
    • Sundae Shoppe Big Kahuna Ice Cream Sandwiches – .99
    • *Benton’s Sugar Cones – .99
    • *Boulder Decorated Napkins – .99

    To see entire Aldi’s Ad – GO HERE!

    Bi-Lo:

    • *Ken’s Dressings – FREE
    • *Texas Pete Hot Sauce – .12
    • Ball Park Hot Dog Buns – .34
    • Ball Park Hamburger Buns – .34
    • *McCormick Grill Mates – .42
    • Wise Popcorn & Cheese Doodles – .50
    • *Vlassic Dill Spears – .56
    • *French’s Mustard – .45
    • Combo’s – .49
    • Chex Mix – .40
    • PicSweet Chub Corn – .50
    • Tribe All Natural Hummus – .50
    • *Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce – .62
    • Carolina Pride Looped Smoke Sausage – .99
    • *Betty Crocker Cake Mix – .94
    • SH Peppers – .99
    • *SH Instant Gelatin – .44
    • Wrap-Itz Flour Burrito Tortillas – .99
    • Nestle Candy – FREE
    • Skinny Cow Candy Bar – FREE
    • Pillsbury Brownies – .19
    • Sargento Cheese Slices – .50
    • *Kraft Dressing, Breakstone dip, & BBQ Sauce – .70 each
    • Pringles Super Stacker – .38 – .88
    • *Dixie Plates or Bowls – .14
    • *Hefty One Zip Storage Bags – .50
    • *SH Napkins – .90

    To see entire Bi-Lo matchups – Go HERE!

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    Filed Under: Best Buys of the Week, Grocery Store, Time 2 Give

    Support TN Troops

    June 26, 2011 By 4 Comments

    The kids and I were checking off our “To Do” list of errands this week when we made a stop at the bank drive-through. As I was waiting on my transactions to go through, I noticed a poster in the window about sending care packages to Tennessee Troops who are serving in Afghanistan. I asked the teller if I could have a copy of the list of items to share with you guys. This is easy folks! A great way to share some love, stockpile items and encouragement. You can drop off your items to any First TN Bank in the TN Valley and they’ll take it from there. The list is kind of long, but I wanted to include everything because it was so thorough. It’s a great list to have on hand for weekly donation items to local charities as well or if you were trying to start a food bank for your own community. Feel free to also include a note of thanks, encouragement and have your kids participate. So many times I get caught up in day to day life at my house that I fail to think of those who have been away from their family for months. It’s an honor to be able to give back in a small way to them. So here goes…

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    *Items can be dropped off at any TN Valley branch of First TN Bank. This is sponsored by First TN Bank and ewi (Executive Women International). Packages will be sent to the TN Army National Guard serving in Afghanistan.

    Daily Use Items

    • Clorox wipes
    • Razors, Shaving cream
    • Shampoo, Conditioner
    • Soap, Body Wash
    • Chapstick & Lip Balm
    • Lotion (Skin So Soft)
    • Dental Floss, Baby Powder
    • Cotton Balls
    • Liquid Hand Sanitizer
    • Single Sheet Sets & Blankets
    • Baby Wipes
    • Mouthwash
    • Deodorant
    • Sun Block
    • Foot Powder
    • Nail Files
    • Breath Mints
    • Bug Off
    • Eye Drops & Contact Solution

    Food Items

    • Instant Coffee & Tea Bags
    • Powdered Gatorade, Hot Chocolate, Kool-Aid
    • Slim Jim’s & Beef Jerky
    • Crackers & Easy Cheese
    • Chips in single serving size
    • Little Debbie Snack Cakes & other individual snacks
    • Granola, Power or Protein Bars
    • Bubble Gum, candy, Lollipops
    • Dry Cereal (individual boxes)
    • Condiments (ketchup, mustard, salt, etc – individual size)
    • Kraft Easy Mac
    • Marshmallows
    • Canned soup & Ramon Noodles
    • Canned Chicken, Tuna
    • Oatmeal
    • Microwave Popcorn
    • Salsa
    • Dried fruit

    Fun Items

    • Batteries (AA & AAA)
    • Stamps, Paper, Envelopes
    • Journals (small)
    • YoYo’s
    • Frisbees
    • Hackie Sacks
    • Hand Held Electronic Games
    • Mini Fans
    • Bandannas
    • Miniature Foam Footballs or Basketballs
    • CDs, Movies, Games, Books

    **Must be very careful that contents will not offend Afghanistan people.

    Filed Under: Time 2 Give

    Help Tornado Victims Receive a Free Blanket

    June 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment

    After the storms on April 27th, many people not effected by the storms have been gracious enough to help out in any way that they can.  It definitely shows the enormous hearts that one can have especially to a complete stranger.  Their work is yet to be done or to even get started but here’s one way that we can help them.

    Blanket of America will donate a blanket to the tornado victims when you sign up by providing your email address.  By doing so, you will greatly help someone in need.  Head on over here to send someone a blanket.

    You can also help donate $10 to tornado disaster relief, just by purchasing a subscription to ALL*YOU Magazine! We’ve teamed up with ALL*YOU to provide $10 to tornado victims for every $25 Subscription bought (= 30 Issues!)  It’s a great deal, and a great cause – so join the effort over at Click4Hope!

    Filed Under: Freebies & More, Time 2 Give
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