Every Sunday we highlight some of the people who are funding our work creatively or helping us spread the word of our mission online. If you spot Heifer International while youre surfing the web or know of a fun or creative fundraising effort, please share it with us here in the comments.
Wondering how to get your kids to do their chores? Stefani from Moms Blog @Mommy Enterprises talks about an online reward/work system called my job chart. Kids can earn and save money, and, if they choose, give to charities such as Heifer International.
"Are you tired of shopping for the same things at the same places for somebody who already has the same stuff?" If you're in Houston on December 2, stop by St. John's Presbyterian Church for unique items and gifts that keep on giving at the Living Gift Market.
Thanks to author Jane Lebak, who offered to donate $1 to Heifer for every preorder of her book The Wrong Enemy. She got enough preorders to purchase a goat and in turn, giving a family in need the hope of a better life.
Greenland Hills United Methodist Church is hosting a two-day The Global Village Market that brings together charitable organizations and fair-trade retailers for a unique shopping experience. If you're in the Dallas are November 3 or 4, check it out.