5 Ways To Give

Five Ways To Give

In a few months, some will say, “it  is the most wonderful time of the year! “ 

Twinkling city lights, tamales, and Texas holiday traditions create magical memories. This year, consider adding Texas Folklife to your holiday shopping list.

This year, give a gift that keeps giving with these five ways to support Texas Folklife or other non-profit organizations you care about this holiday season.

• Shop with AmazonSmile

If you already do your holiday shopping using Amazon, It is easy to generate donations for Texas’s folk and traditional arts while you shop using AmazonSmile! AmazonSmile is identical to the traditional Amazon website. The difference is that Amazon donates 0.5% of your purchase on thousands of eligible holiday and everyday items only when you shop at smile.amazon.com. Read about shopping with AmazonSmile and how to set your “supporting charity” to start generating donations here.

• Check if your employer matches charitable contributions to double your donation

Many companies offer Charitable Giving Programs to match gifts made by employees to registered non-profits. Double your donation this holiday season by checking with your employer or reaching out to memberships@texasfolklife.org to find out if your company will match your end-of-year donation. 

• Sign Up for Newsletter Lists

Giving does not always have to be something material! Take the time to get involved with the causes that mean the most to you by signing up for their monthly email newsletter! Stay connected to the organization in the new year and stay updated on recent events and initiatives. To sign up for Texas Folklife’s email newsletter, click here.

• Start a Facebook Fundraiser

Gather your virtual community to support a cause close to you this holiday season! It is simple for Facebook users to start a fundraiser for their favorite non-profits. All money raised from your fundraiser will go directly to the non-profit your choose. Create a Facebook Fundraiser at https://www.facebook.com/fundraisers/.

• Shop the Texas Folklife Merch Store for holiday gifts

A great way to find unique gifts that give back to your community is by purchasing merch from a non-profit’s store! Many organizations, including Texas Folklife, host online merchandise stores filled with gift ideas that directly support the organization’s mission. Follow the links to check out Texas Folklife’s merchandise store and other shirt designs.

However you choose to give this holiday season, remember that you can make a real difference in your community.