As we close in on the end of the year, a double Charity Piggy Bank update for October and November. In keeping with the blog’s theme, the charity piggy bank is a small way to make a difference in a big world (even on a budget). Here are the totals:- Proportional giving (Oct + Nov): $76.01
- Savings account interest, with thanks to ING!: $16.31
- Rebates for BYO grocery bags: $2.50
- Balance forward: $376.42
- NEW TOTAL: $471.24
I’ve been sticking with this, even as the economy gets wobblier. While my panic instinct is just to focus on my own personal savings — especially since my 401(k) is performing swan dives and I am well behind Suze Orman’s ideal 8-month emergency fund in my savings account — I think now more than ever it’s important to share with nonprofits that are facing increased demands and reduced contributions. I’ll post some thoughts in the next week or so as I figure out where to contribute this year’s piggy bank, which looks like I will be right around $500. Pain free savings!
2 comments:
I was just wondering about where you were planning to donate your charity piggy bank to. I have a soft spot for women's organizations and the United Way, but that's just me. I think you should put up a poll!
I never got organized enough to put up a poll, but I did finally post (and contribute!) today. I hope life in the frozen north is treating you well.
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