{"id":1976,"date":"2023-02-08T05:36:45","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T05:36:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/?p=1976"},"modified":"2023-05-23T11:37:07","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T11:37:07","slug":"history-of-christmas-presents-tis-the-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/history-of-christmas-presents-tis-the-season\/","title":{"rendered":"The History Of Christmas Presents: \u2018Tis The Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">We might not still believe in Santa Claus, but we sure do believe in the joy and happiness of giving gifts. Be it receiving gifts from people or gifting the people you love, the pleasure from it is unmatched!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Just like many other Christmas traditions, people have been giving and receiving gifts for a very long time now. Regardless of changing trends and tastes in Christmas gifts, buying, making, and giving something special to friends and family has been revered by people around the world for thousands of years as a way to celebrate the holiday season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Giving gifts to one another is now a big part of Christmas, with many families devoting a lot of time to it. The possibility of receiving gifts is often the highlight of the holiday season for children and some adults alike.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">To ensure that we don&#8217;t forget what our gifts to one another truly mean during this busy time of the year, it is important to understand how this time-honoured custom began and what it stands for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Unwrapping_the_History_of_Christmas_Gift-Giving\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Unwrapping the History of Christmas Gift-Giving<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#5_Reasons_Why_You_Should_Donate_This_Christmas\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> 5 Reasons Why You Should Donate This Christmas<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#5_Brighten_the_Days_For_Those_in_Need\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.1<\/span> 5. Brighten the Days For Those in Need<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4_A_Sense_of_Satisfaction\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.2<\/span> 4. A Sense of Satisfaction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3_Play_a_Significant_Role_in_Helping_NGOs_Achieve_Their_Goals\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.3<\/span> 3. Play a Significant Role in Helping NGOs Achieve Their Goals<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2_Make_an_Impact_on_Your_Community\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.4<\/span> 2. Make an Impact on Your Community<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#1_Passing_on_the_Values_of_Giving_and_Holiday_Spirit\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.5<\/span> 1. Passing on the Values of Giving and Holiday Spirit<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#7_Fun_Fundraising_Ideas_For_This_Christmas\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> 7 Fun Fundraising Ideas For This Christmas<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#7_Christmas_Tree_Decorating_Contest\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.1<\/span> 7. Christmas Tree Decorating Contest<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#6_Set_Up_a_Special_Holiday_Sale\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.2<\/span> 6. Set Up a Special Holiday Sale<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#5_Christmas_Cards_Are_a_Classic_Choice\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.3<\/span> 5. Christmas Cards Are a Classic Choice<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4_Host_a_Gingerbread_Sale\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.4<\/span> 4. Host a Gingerbread Sale<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3_Christmas_Fancy_Dress_Event\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.5<\/span> 3. Christmas Fancy Dress Event<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2_Hold_a_KaraokeOpen_Mic_Night\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.6<\/span> 2. Hold a Karaoke\/Open Mic Night<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#1_A_Marathon_For_a_Fun_Cheer\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.7<\/span> 1. A Marathon For a Fun Cheer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Spread_Joy_and_Cheer_This_Holiday_Season\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> Spread Joy and Cheer This Holiday Season!<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Conclusion\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">6<\/span> Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Unwrapping_the_History_of_Christmas_Gift-Giving\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Unwrapping the History of Christmas Gift-Giving<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1977\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1977\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1977 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/history-of-christmas-gift-giving.jpg\" alt=\"History of Christmas Gift-giving\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/history-of-christmas-gift-giving.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/history-of-christmas-gift-giving-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/history-of-christmas-gift-giving-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1977\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">History of Christmas Gift-giving<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">People view Christmas gifts as symbolic of the homage paid to baby Jesus by the Three Wise Men following his birth. According to the New Testament of the Bible, Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar, the Three Magi, travelled to the place of Jesus&#8217;s birth by following a star. When they got there, they gave him presents of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Here\u2019s what the three gifts represented:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"><strong>Gold:<\/strong> Christians consider Jesus to be the King of Kings, and gold is associated with kings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"><strong>Frankincense:<\/strong> In church services, frankincense is often used as a symbol of worship. Christians believed that people would worship Jesus in the later years.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"><strong>Myrrh:<\/strong> Myrrh is a perfume used to make dead bodies smell good; Christians believe that it predicted Jesus&#8217; suffering and death.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">By associating Jesus with the presents of the Magi, the ancient pagan tradition of gift-giving was rationalized into Christianity. Nikolaos of Myra, a 4th-century saint known for his penchant for bestowing gifts on others, was likely an influence. Being revered as a saint made him more well-known as Saint Nicholas, which is the origin of the term <em>\u201cSanta Claus.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The personality of Saint Nicholas has come to represent benevolence and giving. This character, known as Sinterklaas in Dutch and P\u00e8re Noel in France, has been a significant part of European holiday culture since the Middle Ages. Since he is revered in parts of Europe where the feast day of Saint Nicholas is commonly observed on the 6th of December, he has now evolved into the annual gift-giver who is claimed to bring children their presents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Moreover, these Christmas presents are hidden in many different locations! Additionally, these gifts are dispersed in many locations! Most of Europe places its gifts in shoes or boots the kids have placed outside. In Italy, gifts are traditionally placed in stockings and frequently left hanging by a fireplace. Gifts for friends and family may be placed under the Christmas tree in many countries. They are frequently opened on Christmas morning with the entire family gathered.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"5_Reasons_Why_You_Should_Donate_This_Christmas\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">5 Reasons Why You Should Donate This Christmas<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">While the act of giving presents will always be in the tradition of this festive season, let us reinforce the reasons why one should donate in the spirit of Christmas this year!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"5_Brighten_the_Days_For_Those_in_Need\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">5. Brighten the Days For Those in Need<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1978\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1978\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1978 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/brighten-the-days.jpg\" alt=\"Brighten the days for those in need\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/brighten-the-days.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/brighten-the-days-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/brighten-the-days-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1978\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Brighten the days for those in need<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">While many of us eagerly await the holidays, there are people who might find it hard even to make ends meet. For our neighbours who don&#8217;t know where they&#8217;ll spend the night or what they&#8217;ll eat for dinner, stacks of gifts and incredible feasts are neither a reality nor even a concern.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">You may genuinely bring joy and hope into the lives of your less fortunate neighbours by giving toys or clothing to a family in need, or by making a financial donation to pay for a warm bed or a Christmas dinner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"4_A_Sense_of_Satisfaction\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">4. A Sense of Satisfaction<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1979\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1979\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1979 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sense-of-satisfaction.jpg\" alt=\"A sense of satisfaction\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sense-of-satisfaction.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sense-of-satisfaction-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/sense-of-satisfaction-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1979\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Sense of Satisfaction<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">According to an old proverb, giving is the best selfish act you can perform because it makes you feel so good about yourself!\u00a0 If you&#8217;ve ever donated to a good cause or helped someone out, you must be aware of the feeling of fulfilment and its positive results.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Research reveals that doing good feels good, at least partly because of the social approval that comes with helping others.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"3_Play_a_Significant_Role_in_Helping_NGOs_Achieve_Their_Goals\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">3. Play a Significant Role in Helping NGOs Achieve Their Goals<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1980\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1980\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1980 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/help-ngos-to-achieve-their-goals.jpg\" alt=\"Play a significant role in helping NGOs achieve their goals\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/help-ngos-to-achieve-their-goals.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/help-ngos-to-achieve-their-goals-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/help-ngos-to-achieve-their-goals-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1980\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Play a significant role in helping NGOs achieve their goals<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Did you know that many non-profit organizations receive the majority of their annual donations during the last three months of the year, October, November, and December? So, it is obvious that charitable organizations rely on end-of-year donations to provide their essential services.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Crowdwave, we provide a <a href=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/how-to-use-online-fundraising-platforms-for-ngos-in-india\">platform for NGOs<\/a> and donors to accept and give donations <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">through fundraisers spread across causes. Check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/campaigns\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ongoing fundraisers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to do your part!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"2_Make_an_Impact_on_Your_Community\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">2. Make an Impact on Your Community<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1981\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1981\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1981 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/make-an-impact-on-your-community.jpg\" alt=\"Make an impact on your community\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/make-an-impact-on-your-community.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/make-an-impact-on-your-community-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/make-an-impact-on-your-community-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1981\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Make an impact on your community<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you don&#8217;t know where your money is going or whether they&#8217;re actually helping those in need, you might be hesitant to give them. Donating food and gifts, on the other hand, ensures that they will go to the right people and families. Additionally, by making people happy and strengthening families, you are strengthening society as a whole.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"1_Passing_on_the_Values_of_Giving_and_Holiday_Spirit\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">1. Passing on the Values of Giving and Holiday Spirit<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1982\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1982\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1982 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/passing-on-the-values-of-giving-and-holiday-spirit.jpg\" alt=\"Passing on the values of giving and holiday spirit\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/passing-on-the-values-of-giving-and-holiday-spirit.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/passing-on-the-values-of-giving-and-holiday-spirit-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/passing-on-the-values-of-giving-and-holiday-spirit-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1982\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Passing on the values of giving and holiday spirit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Children, by nature, enjoy helping others.\u00a0 Fostering this innate generosity can help in their development into community-minded individuals who are more appreciative of what they have. If you donate, tell your kids about it and teach them the importance of being kind.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">It could even spread beyond your children. Donations made by one or two people can often inspire their friends and family to follow suit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"7_Fun_Fundraising_Ideas_For_This_Christmas\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">7 Fun Fundraising Ideas For This Christmas<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">If you wish to start a fundraiser to raise money for Christmas donations this year, here are some ideas that might help:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"7_Christmas_Tree_Decorating_Contest\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">7. Christmas Tree Decorating Contest<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1983\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1983\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1983 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-tree-decorating-contest.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas tree decorating contest\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-tree-decorating-contest.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-tree-decorating-contest-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-tree-decorating-contest-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1983\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Christmas tree decorating contest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Consider having a tree decorating event where the participants decorate trees that will be sold at auction to support your cause. A video uploaded on your website might serve as a record of the momentous occasion.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"6_Set_Up_a_Special_Holiday_Sale\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">6. Set Up a Special Holiday Sale<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1984\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1984\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1984 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/set-up-special-holiday-sale.jpg\" alt=\"Set up a special Holiday sale\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/set-up-special-holiday-sale.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/set-up-special-holiday-sale-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/set-up-special-holiday-sale-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1984\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Set up a special Holiday sale<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Depending on the holiday, you can decide what to sell in your charity shop. You can sell Christmas-related products like trees, candy canes, ornaments, decorations, gift baskets, and stationery to raise money for your cause. This might be a fantastic Christmas <a href=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/benefits-of-online-fundraising-for-ngo-india\">fundraising idea for both individuals and NGOs<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"5_Christmas_Cards_Are_a_Classic_Choice\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">5. Christmas Cards Are a Classic Choice<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1985\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1985\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1985 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-cards-are-a-classic-choice.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas cards are a classic choice\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-cards-are-a-classic-choice.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-cards-are-a-classic-choice-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-cards-are-a-classic-choice-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1985\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Christmas cards are a classic choice<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">During this season, a lot of folks exchange holiday Christmas cards along with gifts. People can donate how much ever they like, and in exchange, they can personalize and send greeting cards to their loved ones. Additionally, you can promote peer-to-peer funding by making festive Christmas cards.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"4_Host_a_Gingerbread_Sale\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">4. Host a Gingerbread Sale<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1988\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1988\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1988 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/host-a-gingerbread-sale.jpg\" alt=\"Host a Gingerbread sale\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/host-a-gingerbread-sale.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/host-a-gingerbread-sale-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/host-a-gingerbread-sale-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1988\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Host a Gingerbread sale<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Gingerbread cookies are a must-have at Christmas. To collect money for your fundraiser, organize a sale of baked goods like cookies, cakes, and croissants. Charities and NGOs can also collaborate with the local bakery to produce baked goods like a special Christmas cake.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"3_Christmas_Fancy_Dress_Event\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">3. Christmas Fancy Dress Event<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1989\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1989\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1989 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-fancy-dress-event.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas fancy dress event\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-fancy-dress-event.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-fancy-dress-event-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/christmas-fancy-dress-event-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1989\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Christmas fancy dress event<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Organize a Christmas jumper or holiday fancy dress day at a school or workplace, and ask participants to donate. Make nominations for the best dressed, most inventive, and tacky Christmas outfits, and then vote on the winners! This is a fun way to celebrate the festivity and encourage people to donate.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"2_Hold_a_KaraokeOpen_Mic_Night\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">2. Hold a Karaoke\/Open Mic Night<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1990\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1990\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1990 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hold-a-karaoke-open-mic-night.jpg\" alt=\"Hold a karaoke\/open mic night\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hold-a-karaoke-open-mic-night.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hold-a-karaoke-open-mic-night-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hold-a-karaoke-open-mic-night-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1990\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hold a karaoke\/open mic night<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Organize an open mic karaoke and carols night! Consider how you&#8217;ll promote your event because this one requires more planning. You can raise funds by selling food and snacks or by asking for a little donation for each song. Or you can even sell tickets to the open mic event and donate the money to a cause of your choice.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"1_A_Marathon_For_a_Fun_Cheer\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">1. A Marathon For a Fun Cheer<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1991\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1991\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1991 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/marathon-for-a-fun-cheer.jpg\" alt=\"Marathon for a fun cheer\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/marathon-for-a-fun-cheer.jpg 800w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/marathon-for-a-fun-cheer-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/marathon-for-a-fun-cheer-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1991\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marathon for a fun cheer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Although it isn&#8217;t the most creative idea, holding a charity run or walk has a high return on investment. If your neighbourhood gets too chilly in December, think about collaborating with a nearby gym with lots of treadmills. An indoor race may be interesting.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Spread_Joy_and_Cheer_This_Holiday_Season\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Spread Joy and Cheer This Holiday Season!<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Even though the year is coming to an end, there are still plenty of opportunities and reasons to be generous. And what\u2019s a better occasion to give if not for Christmas time? Going beyond just gifting friends and family, we encourage you to donate to a charitable cause or a stranger who would feel the warmth and joy of the festive season with your donation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">By making fundraising highly transparent and easy, <a href=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/\">Crowdwave<\/a> helps people find communities that will support their fundraising efforts and bring about the needful changes in the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/crowdwavetrust.org\/campaigns\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crowdwave<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to know more about our live fundraisers this Christmas!\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Conclusion\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Christmas is the season of giving. This frequently extends beyond friends and family to charitable contributions. Many charities run Christmas appeals, and there is evidence that people give more at Christmas than the rest of the year. And as discussed above, there are a lot of factors at play when you decide to donate to a cause or gift to someone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">At the end of the day, it\u2019s all about the joy and the sense of purpose and fulfilment you get from donating. Make sure to do your part this holiday season and gift a stranger a small piece of the Christmas cheer. You never know how much of an impact it can have!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">1. What does the Bible say about giving gifts at Christmas?<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">According to Romans 12:6, God has given each of us gifts to use for his glory through Christ. The holidays can be a great time to put your gifts to good use, shining a light on Jesus and bringing others joy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">2. Where did the Christmas tradition of giving gifts come from?<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">People started exchanging gifts at Christmastime when Christianity started to spread throughout Europe. This custom honours the magi, the wise men who presented baby Jesus with gifts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">3. What pagan festival begins the Christmas gift-giving?<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Saturnalia is an ancient Roman pagan festival held mid-December to honour the agricultural god Saturn. Saturnalia celebrations, which took place near the winter solstice, are the origin of many of the traditions we now associate with Christmas, such as wreaths, candles, feasting, and gift-giving.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">4. What is the most popular Christmas tradition?<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Decorating a perfect tree is a classic Christmas tradition. Christmas trees, decked out with lights, tinsel, baubles, and ornaments, are one of the most traditional symbols of the holiday season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">5. 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