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neighbors or organizations. There are some organizations that would receive your baking with appreciation in the event of charity fund raisers and raffles.

5) If you are good at making crafts, offer those to charitable fund raisers as well. Schools are always looking for fund raising ideas to make extra money for computers or classroom events.

6) You can donate your spare time at such places as hospitals, schools, retirement homes, to name a few. Any one of these organizations could use extra help tending to the elderly, reading to either the aged or young school children, or helping with school projects (these are just a few ideas, but the list could go on I'm sure).

7) If you happen to have a vegetable garden, you might find that you have plenty of spare food at the end of the growing season. Donating this food to the food bank or needy families in your area is a very worthy cause.

8) Most communities, no matter where you live, have a "Habitat for Humanity". This organization is always building new homes for those on limited incomes and usually operate by either donated materials or assistance in the construction. If you have any skills in building or even if you've done some renovating in your own home, you could offer a hand. They're sure to have a job, large or small, that anyone of any skill level can help with.

9) If you have children in sports, you might like to offer your services in helping with the team, either as a coach or driving the children to and from their games.

There are just so many ways to help out in your community, as far as charity goes. Giving doesn't always have to entail the giving of money. Charity doesn't always have dollar signs attached to it. Just giving of yourself and your time is a monumental service to those around you who might be in need. Your time and efforts will always be appreciated, and it will make you feel good inside too, knowing that you have contributed to your community, in a very positive way.

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