What kinds of gifts to give to poverty stricken 1st grade and 5th grade boys?
I’m volunteering to help get holiday gifts for our local school. I have some ideas as what to get, but I would love to get them something memorable. But problem is I will be using corporate spending. I don’t like the idea of just traditional things, although I feel they may enjoy it. I feel that something that is memorable, without going overboard maybe worth it.
What does anyone recommend?
Have you considered getting them food? Perhaps a Christmas dinner instead of a toy? That would help not only the boys, but the families as well. There’s an old TV show called M*A*S*H where an officer gives candy anonymously to orphans only to find out that the candy was sold on the black market to buy enough food to feed the kids for a month. "It is sadly inappropriate to give dessert to a child who has no dinner."
That being said, if the food route is not a way you wish to go, check out Toys R Us. They have search filters by age and theme. That might provide you with a idea of what to get. Maybe even hang out near the Santa at the Mall and eavesdrop on the wishes of the children in that age-range.
Good luck. I hope your gesture brings happiness.
January 2nd, 2010 at 8:21 pm
i dunno but when i was in the 5th grade i wanted my very own…………….. mary kay lateurno.
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January 2nd, 2010 at 8:39 pm
Have you considered getting them food? Perhaps a Christmas dinner instead of a toy? That would help not only the boys, but the families as well. There’s an old TV show called M*A*S*H where an officer gives candy anonymously to orphans only to find out that the candy was sold on the black market to buy enough food to feed the kids for a month. "It is sadly inappropriate to give dessert to a child who has no dinner."
That being said, if the food route is not a way you wish to go, check out Toys R Us. They have search filters by age and theme. That might provide you with a idea of what to get. Maybe even hang out near the Santa at the Mall and eavesdrop on the wishes of the children in that age-range.
Good luck. I hope your gesture brings happiness.
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January 2nd, 2010 at 8:53 pm
Well for poverty stricken children, you must give something that will bring a wide smile on their face. Something that connects with them instantly. There is no need to buy expensive gifts as they will find happiness in whatever gift your present.You can find several gift and gift ideas over here: http://www.silverandstuff.co.uk
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