every kid deserves to feel special and celebrated on their birthday. to think that some parents can't provide that is just heartbreaking in the case of the child AND the parent. cheerful givers (yes, that is their name) is an organization that provides small gift bags to food pantries and shelters so that the children there can have a real birthday.
you and your kids can put together a gift bag filled with lots of small but festive items. a quiet afternoon with a short trip to target is a very do-able for all of us. who doesn't love a trip to target???
there is a list provided at the link, but you can pretty much use your noodle to create a bag that is appropriate for most children.
this is also a fun play date, group or even a birthday party activity.
contact them if you'd like to send the bag directly to them or if they can put you in touch with a local shelter.
the lesson: our kids need to know that not everyone has the basics we take for granted, and if we CAN help, we SHOULD help.
