Comments on: Be a Hero – Give Something Back this Holiday Season

By: Simone S

Simone S — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:05:12 +0000

What a brilliant idea. Afterall, Christmas is all about giving, and what better way to give than to those that need it most.

By: Shelly

Shelly — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 18:33:39 +0000

I have already sent out queries to my bosses about using this service for Holiday gifts to clients.
For myself, I’m going to purchase a bunch for stocking stuffers.
The gift baskets are very reminiscent of Heifer International (http://www.heifer.org/site/c.edJRKQNiFiG/b.204586/) which I’ve used for years.
Both are great resources when trying to avoid giving yet another scarf to Great Aunt Martha.
Thanks for the info.
Shelly

By: Elaine Fogel

Elaine Fogel — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:34:23 +0000

Thanks for your comments! Good to see it’s being received positively. I especially like the cause marketing program at Crate & Barrel you describe, Patricia. I believe that cause marketing is going to continue to proliferate over time. And I agree:
“These groups need our support all year long, not just when it feels festive.”

By: Neil Anuskiewicz

Neil Anuskiewicz — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 02:27:16 +0000

Outstanding idea! And yes, all year round is best.

By: patricia

patricia — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 20:09:18 +0000

A couple of months ago, I dropped a s–tload of $ at Crate & Barrel and was pleased to receive a DonorChoose.org “gift certificate” in the mail a few weeks later to thank me for my business. I went to the site, reviewed the participating non-profits and selected one to receive “my” $25 contribution. Nice move by Crate & Barrel — even nicer that it wasn’t tied to the holiday season. These groups need our support all year long, not just when it feels festive.

By: Alanna

Alanna — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 20:02:53 +0000

I love the choice element – it involves the recipient in a way that genuinely makes the card a gift.

By: Paul B

Paul B — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 14:39:51 +0000

This is a terrific idea, thank you for bringing it to my attention. I also like that there are ample charities to choose from, not just the major NPs.