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Happy Holidays from 365give: 10 Simple Gifts that Give Love

Happy Holidays from 365give: 10 Simple Gifts that Give Love

Happy Holidays! I’m Jacqueline Way, founder of 365give, and I’m thrilled to share this holiday season with you. We love this time of year—it brings out the joy of giving in everyone. I’ve put together a special holiday message just for you. Our whole team is so grateful to have you here and for you to be part of our growing global community.

Together with my kids, we have put together our Top 10 Favourite Things list—kind of like Oprah’s Favourite Things list, but ours is better! This one is all about giving, not shopping. We added a few other lists, including The Top 10 Reasons Giving is Good for You and 10 Reasons We Are So Grateful for Our Community. Check them all out below. We wish you and yours a Happy Holidays!👇👇

 

💙 Top 10 Favorite Ways to Give from Jacqueline’s Family

1. Reverse Advent Calendar

Every day leading up to Christmas, we add an item to our box, gathering essentials for those who need them most. Learn more about our Reverse Advent calendar journey.

2. Delivering Cookies to Our Firefighters

We bake and deliver cookies to thank our local heroes for their dedication, especially on Christmas Day.

3. Making a Meal for Friends

Sharing a homemade meal with friends is a wonderful way to spread holiday cheer, particularly for those who might feel lonely.

4. Eco-Friendly Wrapping

We use recycled bags and eco-friendly materials to wrap our gifts, keeping our celebrations environmentally friendly. Here’s how you can do the same.

5. Donate Books

Donating books to our local library gives the gift of reading and learning.

6. Volunteer at an Animal Shelter

A family favorite—spending time with cats at the shelter!

7. Crafting Homemade Gifts

We make personalized crafts like soap and ski wax, which are both thoughtful and unique.

8. Helping a Neighbor

Whether it’s shoveling snow or hanging holiday lights, we’re there for our neighbors.

9. Sponsoring a Family’s Holiday

Our school community helps ensure every family can enjoy a festive meal and gifts under their tree.

10. Helping those in Need

We take to the streets to offer sandwiches and a little cash to those without a home.

💙 10 Reasons Giving is Good for You

  • Lifts your spirits
  • Keeps you healthy
  • Connects you to others
  • Creates happy memories
  • Makes you smile
  • Strengthens our community
  • Adds meaning and purpose to life
  • Reminds you to be thankful
  • Spreads compassion and peace
  • Leads to more acts of kindness

💙 10 Reasons I’m Grateful for Our 365give Community

  • You give us amazing energy
  • Your fresh ideas inspire us
  • We love your desire to make a difference
  • Sharing your stories inspires others
  • The dedication to our shared mission
  • That you are always ready to lend a hand
  • Each smile lights up our days
  • Your superhero cape appears every time you are brave in facing challenges
  • Supporting each other through tough times with ongoing love and kindness

From all of us to all of you: Happy Holidays again! Let’s keep showing how simple gifts can make a big impact this holiday season. Every small act of kindness not only helps others but also brings us closer, building a world full of love and support.

What are your favourite ways to give? Drop them in the comments below, and let’s continue this wonderful spirit of giving together! If you’re new to 365give we have something for everyone. Check out our free programs today and our many holiday ideas for you to give. Read more below to be inspired!

 

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Jacqueline Way is dedicated to serving humanity with love and compassion every day. She is a committed advocate for global change, dedicating her career to philanthropic projects that create scalable and lasting impact. Most of all, she is a Mom of 3 beautiful boys that teach her about happiness 365 days of the year.

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What people are saying about 365give

“I wanted to express my gratitude for the teaching you provided today. Your message was delivered eloquently, compassionately, and without judgment. The kids were engaged, and now have knowledge with which they can change the world. We all appreciated how you took the time to help us learn to build positive mindsets and practice happiness.”
Shelley Gardner, Grade 6 Ridgeview Elementary (West Vancouver)
“Actions really do speak louder than words, which is why I believe the 365give Challenge has resonated throughout my community. Every give we do is so important to us and leaves us happier and appreciating our lives a little bit more than before.”
Mahina Niyozova (Tajikistan)
“After watching the 365give TEDx Talk, I was inspired to join and begin a daily giving program in India. Today, along with 12 other volunteer women, we provide 100 meals to local underprivileged children in Bangalore for school every day.”
Deepika Ahuja, Mom (Bangalore, India)
“My life has greater meaning now.”
Renate Jorge, @BeKindBrazil and 365give Member, Family Program (Brazil)
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“This 365give Challenge has really injected excitement and extra enthusiasm in each work day as I think about what we can do. It has motivated me and the students.”
Cristina Peters, School Counselor (New York City, USA)
“I have seen a huge shift in energy throughout my classroom since doing the 365give Challenge. The Challenge has empowered my students to make a positive difference in the school’s community and beyond.”
Cella Adriana, Special Needs Educator /The Holliswood School (New York City, USA)
“The 365give Challenge helps students understand their impact on others. It opens avenues for introducing and discussing global and local issues in classrooms. It is powerful to watch students of all ages think about how they can make a change in another person’s life with one small act.”
Jessica Hall, Primary Teacher, French Immersion at École Pauline Johnson (West Vancouver, Canada)

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