A Season for Charitable Giving

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‘Tis the season for charitable giving!  Helping out a charity doesn’t mean you have to give up the last dollar in your wallet.  Offering a helping hand will support those in need in your community, as well as nourish your inner happiness!  Express your holiday cheer and benevolence by getting your close friends together and heading to your nearest charity organization to start performing acts of kindness which will inspire other people to do the same. We all know season can be very busy for everyone, and time is of the essence, so Kapture has made it a little easier and listed just a few upcoming charity events that could use your support, not only on the days of the events, but in the following week as well!

Toys for Tots at Knott’s Berry Farm

December 18, 2012 @10AM

Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park will be stocking tons of toy for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Drive.  Toys for Tots is a charity program that collects new, unwrapped toys and gives them to children within the community who otherwise wouldn’t receive a gift this Christmas. Bring a $20.00 toy and get a coupon for $20.00 park admission. Or buy a $20.00 toy at Knott’s and get FREE theme park admission!

Christmas Impact

December 17, 2012 @7AM-1PM

The La Habra Community Center will be dispersing 2,000 toys, over 150 boxes of food, and provide game booths & crafts for children in attendance.  The event is free!  Call (714) 798-0773 to find out how you can help.

Whisker Wonderland:  A Holiday Adopt-a-Thon!

December 17, 2012 @10AM-5PM

Looking to adopt a kitten or adopt a puppy in Los Angeles? All 16 Los Angeles Animal Shelters will be participating in Whisker Wonderland to help you find a pet with discounted adoption fees!  You’ll be giving a wonderful pet a new home, and much deserved love.  This will be held at Adopt and Shop in Lakewood, (408) 307-5713.

 The Children’s Boutique

Ongoing

1014 W. Foothill Blvd Ste BUpland, CA 91786

The Children’s Boutique at Steven’s Hope needs volunteers for a variety of positions. The boutique sells new and gently used children’s items such as clothing, books, DVDs, games, toys, and baby gear. The procedes go to the Steven’s Hope for Children, a non-profit childrens charity.

Remember, even if you don’t have time to volunteer this holiday season, many charities accept donations online!