[kittycatMandy]

Well, even though Christmas holidays are coming in a month I need money for presents, fast. I have: My mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, other grandma, other grandpa, aunt and uncle, and my other aunt and uncle, to buy presents for. How do I raise a lot of money? Remember, I am only a kid, so earning a lot of money is hard. Also, I have no clue what to get my family members for present. Please help.

Thanks,
kittycatMandy:)

[DoulaLC]

A few ideas that won't cost much:

* bake holiday cookies, fudge, etc. and put in a nice tin or basket
* stationary
* school picture in a nice frame
* a special poem written about that person
* scented lotions for the women
* if they live close by, coupons you design and print off the computer for jobs to help them out... washing the car, yard work, housework, etc..

Some gifts can be combination gifts, such as the baked goodies, for your grandma and grandpa so you don't have to buy individual gifts.

For raising money: ask your parents if you can print up fliers to give to neighbors offering your services for simple jobs to earn some money... washing cars, taking dogs for walks, helping in the yard, babysitting or helping entertain young children, etc.. Let them know what you are trying to earn the money for and they might be more willing to help you out... :) Maybe offer to help your parents with extra jobs around the house to earn some money.

[Fr_Chuck]

Next you make things, or give certificates for jobs, washing windows, or some choir for each family member

[Clough]

Hi, kittycatMandy!

If you do make things for them that can be kept as keepsakes, the gifts will mean a lot more to them rather than something that you'll buy.

I cherish things that my kids or others have made for me. They're on bookshelves, in photo albums and hanging on walls.

Thanks!