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Viewing The Perfect Gift for the Perfect Mom on Mother's DayThe Perfect Gift for the Perfect Mom on Mother's Day
By Kathy Steinemann
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You've racked your brains for a Mother's Day gift. A bed and breakfast getaway isn't the right choice for this year. You can't think of anything else. Need some help? Read on. This article has some interesting ideas. You've racked your brains for a Mother's Day gift. A bed and breakfast getaway isn't the right choice for this year. You can't think of anything else. Need some help? Read on. This article has some interesting ideas. Is your Mom the giving type, a typical 'earth mother' who takes in stray animals and becomes teary-eyed when she sees TV commercials showing underprivileged children in Third World countries? Did you know that you can make a donation in her name to the local S.P.C.A.? Organizations such as Plan (formerly Foster Parents Plan), Christian Children's Fund, and the Leprosy Mission International help children from all corners of the world. You can contact the organizations by phone or through their internet sites to make a donation in time for Mother's Day. Pick up a nice card and include a note to let her know what you have done. You can even make printouts from the charities' websites. Pick important informational pages with photos and background information about their work. Here are some addresses and websites to get you started. All of the organizations have online contact forms, and most have offices in several countries. The order below is random, and does not indicate a preference for any particular group. Christian Children's Fund 2821 Emerywood Parkway Richmond VA 23294 USA Phone: 1-804-756-2700 or 1-800-776-6767 CHRISTIANCHILDRENSFUND.ORG It is very easy to make a one-time donation by clicking on the 'Make a Donation' link. Plan International Headquarters Chobham House, Christchurch Way Woking, Surrey GU21 6JG United Kingdom Phone: (+44)1483 755 155 Fax: (+44)1483 756 505 PLAN-INTERNATIONAL.ORG The site has a page with links to their worldwide offices, and their 'Get Involved - Emergency Appeals' page contains links for special emergency donations. Save the Children 54 Wilton Road Westport, CT 06880 Phone: 1-203-221-4030 or 1-800-SAVETHECHILDREN SAVETHECHILDREN.ORG Save the Children is one of the charities helped by the 'American Idol Gives Back' program. The Leprosy Mission International 80 Windmill Road, Brentford Middlesex, TW8 0QH, UK Phone: +44 (0)20 83266767 Fax: +44 (0)20 83266777 LEPROSYMISSION.ORG The Leprosy Mission website has contact information for their offices around the world. (See 'TLM worldwide - TLM in your area'.) To donate, access the 'getting involved - donate' link for complete information. Child Find of America, Inc. Child Find of America P.O. Box 277 New Paltz, NY 12561-0277 Phone: 845-691-4666 Fax: 845-691-7766 CHILDFINDOFAMERICA.ORG Child Find offers America's families: * Free investigation and location services * Free kidnapping prevention programs * Free referral and support services * Free mediation services for parental abduction cases National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Charles B. Wang International Children's Building 699 Prince Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314-3175 Phone: 703-274-3900 Fax: 703-274-2200 24-hour hotline: 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) MISSINGKIDS.COM One of the interesting parts of the above website is the ability to sign up for Amber Alerts via text messages on your cell phone. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (USA Division) P.O. Box 0965 Wilton, NH 03086-9905 Phone: 1-866-494-7722 SPCA.COM Use the secure 'Donate Now' to make a one-time donation. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) 501 Front St. Norfolk, VA 23510 Phone: 757-622-7382 PETA.ORG PETA champions all animal rights - including the ethical treatment of pets, wild animals, zoo occupants, and those used for experimentation or raised for human consumption. These are just a few of the many charitable associations you can find online. With a little careful planning, you should be able to pinpoint the perfect match for your mother's personality. (c) Copyright Kathy Steinemann: This article is free to publish only if this copyright notice, the byline, and the author's note below (with active links) are included. About the Author: Searching for a bed and breakfast, hotel, or hostel? Visit 111 Travel Directory. Trying to find some great travel tips? Surf over to 1000 Tips 4 Trips. Seeking romantic getaway resources? Adult Escapes can help! Article source: 111 Travel Directory: Triple1.com (triple one dot com) More free articles: 1st Rate Articles - 1stRateArticles.com |
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