Whether you've got some spare change to give or even a spare hour or two, take some time to consider what the holidays are all about. No matter what you celebrate - the idea of helping others is universal and it feels good too.

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1. A Book for Every Child
Give a child the gift of reading Visit londonpubliclibrary.ca for ways to donate.

2. Canadian Blood Services
People always need blood and you usually get a cookie in return! Win-win. Located on 840 Commissioners Rd. E.
Email feedback@blood.ca or call (519) 690-3999 for more info.

3. Dogoodstore.com
Get Christmas shopping done while helping local charities. They sell everything from jewelry to games to gardening and more and everything goes back to the charities.

4. London Urban Services Organization
They provide programs and services to youth and families of culturally diverse and ethnic backgrounds. Get involved at lusocentre.org

6. Sharing Shop
An on-campus service that provides students in need with food, school supplies and more. Donate goods or your time. fsu.ca/sharing_shop.asp

6. mindyourmind.ca
There are many ways to get involved with this local mental health resource. Visit the website for ways you can help: mindyourmind.ca

7. Childreach
Help parents with the positive development of their children. Visit childreach.on.ca for more information or call (519) 434-3644.

8. FSU Charity Christmas Pub (Dec. 8th)
This pub starts at 9:30 p.m. at the Out Back Shack and raises money for the FSU's Adopt-a-Family program. You can also donate through one of the many boxes on campus.

9. Alzheimer Society of Middlesex-London
About 7,000 families in London and area are affected by this disease. Visit alzheimerlondon.ca for information on donations and volunteer opportunities.

10. Canadian Cancer Society
Odds are you know at least one person in your life who has faced cancer. Be part of getting rid of it. Visit cancer.ca under "How You Can Help" - there are tons of options from fundraising to volunteering.

11. Canadian Diabetes Association - London Chapter
Visit diabetes.ca for ways to get involved.

12. Canadian Paraplegic Association
Offers products and services for those affected by spinal cord injuries. canparaplegic.org tells you how you can donate.

13. Children's Health Foundation
The 80-year-old non-profit raises money for children's health care. Visit childhealth.ca and help a child out.

14. Children's Museum
Some of you may remember it from childhood, why not help make memories for other kids? They operate mainly on volunteers and it can be as little as an hour a week. Call 519-434-5726 for more information.

15. Humane Society
Fuzzy critters could always use some extra love - and not just during the holidays. Volunteer or be a foster parent to a new furry friend. londonhumanesociety.ca

16. Easter Seals
Helps children, youth and adults with physical disabilities. Take time to volunteer or donate at easterseals.org

17. Habitat for Humanity
You may go home for the holidays, but many people never get the chance to have a home. Volunteer, donate or advocate for habitat. Learn more at habitat.ca

18. Heart and Stroke Foundation - London-Middlesex
Protect your heart and your loved ones by volunteering or even just cooking a heart-healthy meal for friends. Check out heartandstroke.ca

19. London Food Bank
While you enjoy your holiday feast, think about the 2,000 people the Food Bank helps every year to give them just the necessities. Donate your food, time or dollars at londonfoodbank.net

20. Salvation Army
Started in 1882, the Salvation Army has been dedicated to helping those in need. Want to donate or volunteer? Find the closest location at salvationarmy.ca

21. United Way
They work to figure out the roots of and solutions to tons of social issues. Be part of some change at uwlondon.on.ca

22. The Breast Cancer Site
A simple click of your mouse gives free mammograms and the site links you to similar sites for the rainforest, animal rescue,stopping hunger and more. thebreastcancersite.com

23. Investing in Kids
They've impacted more than 14,000 kids through the creation of unique opportunities to help them reach their potential. Don't have the cash to donate? They also love volunteers! investinginchildren.on.ca

24. London Abused Women's Shelter
Want to volunteer or help out in some way? Contact 519-432-2204

25. Regional Mental Health Care
They're always looking for volunteers to help add to the quality of programming and create a sense of community to St. Joseph's. Sign up at sjhc.london.on.ca/mhl/mhl.htm

26. Big Brothers Big Sisters of London & Area
Why not make a difference in someone's life? Learn more about volunteering by calling 519-438-7065 or emailing info@bbbsola.org

27. Reforest London
Plant a tree (or 10) and give back to Mother Nature - she's had a rough year. Visit reforestlondon.ca for more information.

28. London Health Sciences Foundation
Whether it's through volunteering or donations, the London Health Sciences Centre needs your support. lhsf.ca/ways-to-give

29. Arts Project supports local artists and offers community space at affordable costs. Help keep local culture alive - learn more at artsproject.ca

30. Art for AID International
If you've got an artistic flair, help Art for AIDS by donating your time and skills. artforaidsinternational.org

31. Branch Out
None of these suggestions interest you? Visit the Pillar Nonprofit Network and pick from a bunch of volunteer opportunities: pillarnonprofit.ca