DONATION PROJECT 2011 - What can you get for $11 a week?

[Patty Smyth]

Wowzers!!

Seems like a lot to spend, when you see $100+, but we are fortunate for the moment that $11 a week is not something we miss. This project is giving me a lot of satisfaction so far. My kids are quite enthusiastic and of course so is DH and my dad comes down and inspects the pile almost everyday to see what I picked up.

[GottaLoveFreeebies]

Awesome!!! Love seeing your deals! And coupons! Still on the lookout for the Hunts one!!! I just went though my stock and gave to the foodbank as well! I think it is a great lesson for the kids!

[bnjj]

Wow, this is incredible.

I'll be reading this thread regularly.

[dreamcatcher1962]

I love this thread.
You are such an inspiration to all. Just imagine the shape the country's food banks and shelters would be in if more people did this!
Thanks for sharing such a wonderful idea.

[hogama]

Seems like a lot to spend, when you see $100+, but we are fortunate for the moment that $11 a week is not something we miss. This project is giving me a lot of satisfaction so far. My kids are quite enthusiastic and of course so is DH and my dad comes down and inspects the pile almost everyday to see what I picked up.

Baby steps... turning into GIANT leaps! A lot of people wouldn't notice $11/week and already it's almost a $1000 donation! AMAZING!!!

[hogama]

I love this thread.
You are such an inspiration to all. Just imagine the shape the country's food banks and shelters would be in if more people did this!
Thanks for sharing such a wonderful idea.

well said dreamcatcher!!

[AshleyRobertson]

You rock Patty! I just took a donation of stuff that I had saved up and some stuff Lshortt had saved up to a domestic violence shelter in our area. They were so excited to get it. I donated about 20 things of deodorant, 3 big bottles of jergens lotion, about 10 things of toothpaste and some toothbrushes, 25 packs of stayfree pads, 20 softlips, a few things of satin care, and about 5 things of bodywash. Lshortt donated 4 packs of diapers, formula, baby food, a diaper bag/backpack and a few other things to. Its the satisfaction of knowing that you can help someone else who isn't as fortunate as you are. Even if we get this stuff for free or dirt cheap. Its not about the value of it..its the value of being able to give it to someone who desperately needs it! Makes you feel so good inside!

Keep up the good work! I look forward to seeing your pics EVERY week!

[Kitty77]

Great Work, Patty!! Enjoy reading this thread!

[Patty Smyth]

Thanks everyone, yes Ashely it's not about how much you paid it's what it's worth to those who need it.

[itsjustmebub]

Seems like a lot to spend, when you see $100+, but we are fortunate for the moment that $11 a week is not something we miss. This project is giving me a lot of satisfaction so far. My kids are quite enthusiastic and of course so is DH and my dad comes down and inspects the pile almost everyday to see what I picked up.

you're amazing patty.
i've said it before and i'll keep saying it.
what an inspiration!

[Wendark]

I am dumbfounded, awestruck, speechless! This is absolutely amazing. I have never seen any donations done like this before. You are an incredible person (or should I say family and include dh666 in there ?).

[Patty Smyth]

Update Week 10 post #2

[eriluo]

Super good Patty! Love your finds!

[Skippy]

Still amazed! and give thanks for you and your project

[GottaLoveFreeebies]