The desire to give each other gifts at Christmas comes from a good place. We want to let friends and family know that we value their presence in our lives.
But there can come a point when we simply don’t need any more “stuff.” We appreciate the sentiment behind the gift-giving but don’t want people to buy us things that we don’t really need.
Here’s an idea for you: start a crowdfunding campaign that people can donate to in lieu of buying you a Christmas present.
The concept is simple.
- Choose a charity or cause that means a lot to you.
- Go to FundAid.ca and start a personal crowdfunding campaign. Tell a compelling story about why you care.
- Send a link to your family and friends to let them know that instead of buying you a gift, they can make a donation to your campaign.
- Donate the proceeds to your charity, thanking your donors for helping you make a difference in the lives of others.
There are many other reasons you may want to turn to crowdfunding this Christmas.
If you are hosting a holiday get-together, you could ask for donations to a charity in lieu of a thank-you gift.
Maybe there’s a special project you’re working on, or a trip you’re planning, or a goal you’re setting. You can ask friends and family to support you on your quest by donating to your crowdfunding campaign.
The possibilities are limitless.
Martha Perkins is the executive director of FundAid.ca, a crowdfunding initiative by Glacier Media. You can contact her at [email protected].
