Question: What is the Alternative Gift Market?
Answer: An opportunity to purchase holiday gifts in honor of a loved one. These gifts are meaningful, non-material and support nonprofit organizations in our community and around the world. At the market, you shop for gifts as you would in a store … except these gifts go to local, national and international humanitarian projects. These gifts focus on those …in need, saving lives, and preserving our planet. Representatives from each charity (or church volunteers) staff tables you can browse for information regarding the mission and projects of each organization. This information can help you choose the right gift donation for each relative, friend, and loved one. 100% of every donation goes directly to the organization.
Question: What would I buy at the Alternative Gift Market?
Answer: In purchasing a gift, you are donating to a charity in honor of a loved one. For example: a gift of $20 might buy a vet clinic visit for a cat at the local Kitty Cottage Cat Adoption Center, or $5 may buy 1/3 flock of chicks for a Heifer Project International site. Last year, the 7th Annual Alternative Gift Market raised a total of over $6,900 for 18 non-profit organizations. Alternative gifts are great options for that “person who has everything”! In addition to your family, alternative gifts are appropriate for co-workers, neighbors, children’s teachers, or hostess gifts.
Question: How much do gifts cost?
Answer: Prices range from $5 to $25
Question: What can I do to help ensure a successful Alternative Gift Market?
Answer: Attend the gift market (Sunday, Nov. 20 2011) and shop for all the important people in your life. Help us spread the word; the Alternative Gift Market is open to the public! Invite your extended family