$20 and Under:

• Hand out food bags in a poor neighborhood. They are easy to put together and are almost never turned down. For $10-$15 you can have a nice bag to hand out. Try and buy things that you enjoy but can’t afford when money is tight. For example: Little Debbie snacks, Pasta, Coke, Pop Tarts, etc. The kids will be grateful!

• Find someone who is struggling with bills due to sickness or because they are caring for someone who is sick or disabled. Send them a $20 in the mail with an encouraging Bible verse and no return address.

• Invite a widow or widower that lives alone, to have dinner with you once a week, or see if you can bring dinner over. Cost $5-$10, depending on the meal.

• Pick up a bouquet of flowers to give to someone in the nursing home or someone who is going through a difficult time. A short visit and a bouquet of flowers always helps to add a little cheer, and it’s a great way to encourage someone in need!

• Know someone who could use a listening ear or some helpful words of wisdom? Offer to take them out to lunch or out for a cup of coffee. A little time and a little mocha joe can do a world of good at times.

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