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Giving back this Christmas

December 12, 2011

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Forget unwanted gifts of socks and undies this Christmas, why not celebrate the yuletide season by brightening the lives of those in need?

Charity Christmas gifts and tributes have become increasingly popular in recent years with kind Australians embracing the festive spirit and giving back to those less fortunate both here and overseas.

Whether you are looking to donate your Christmas money, purchase Christmas cards or even sing along to some carols, there are numerous ways to give. Check out some of the ways you can support the initiatives of White Pages® charitable partners.

The Salvation Army Christmas Appeal reaches out to countless Australians facing a lonely and empty Christmas, providing toys to children, warm meals and a place for people to sleep. You can support the cause by purchasing Salvos Christmas cards, which have raised $415,000 for the appeal since 1995.

Planning a carols sing-a-long? Make your music purchase count with the Spirit of Christmas CD sold through Myer, which has raised more than $6 million for the Salvos since 1993.

If you would like to make your charitable donation go further (literally), then check out World Vision Australia, which supports people living in poverty in the world’s poorest nations. Its Gifts Catalogue includes tribute gifts ranging from pencils for African children to clean water for an entire community.

Oxfam Australia’s quirky Christmas cards make buying cattle manure and goats fun. Choose from dozens of gifts with Oxfam Unwrapped to receive a gift card sure to make its recipient laugh, while your funds wing their way to help poorer communities worldwide.

Share a traditional Christmas feast by donating to The Smith Family which distributes 10,000 food hampers to disadvantaged families each year as well as 20,000 toy and book gift packs.

No matter how you choose to celebrate Christmas, one of the best gifts you can give is compassion. So why not put a charity on your Christmas list this year and spread some joy?