Social awareness starts by giving back to your local community, by John Gessin

Dec. 5, 2013 - PRLog -- Volunteering your time or resources for Christmas is a wonderful way to give back to your community. Donating and helping low income families is available from a variety of sources.  There are many civic organizations and charitable groups that can help. This ensures every family who is in need during Christmas can still have a time of celebration.  John Gessin, a local resident,  gives back to disabled veterans in need in his local comminuty.  These familes are struggling with the basic needs for daily life.  A few ways you can give back and get involved are suggested below:


1    Contact local charities and civic organizations to find out about their outreach to low income families during the Christmas season. Many charities offer help year round and may offer food baskets, toys and emergency assistance during the holidays.

2   Inquire at your church about help during the holidays. Ask the pastor or community outreach coordinator about assistance for your family. If your church is collecting food items or toys for Christmas giving, ask if you qualify to be a recipient.

3  Ask the utility company for information about winter assistance with heating and electric bills. Find out what programs they offer to low income families to in order to receive assistance with your power bills.

4  Look up your local food bank and find out the requirements to receive food and produce through them. They may have extra food baskets during the holidays to help provide Christmas help for low income families.

5  Accept offers from family and friends to help out in your time of need. That's what friends and family are for -- to help each other through the rough times.

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