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This is a central place to share experiences, tips, tools and techniques that help children learn about Charity.

You'll also find ideas, inspiration and advice on how to get the most from your ShareYourWish event.

And finally, we occasionally share our own blog posts to keep you informed about our progress and the change we're having on kids and the world we share.

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Teaching our children the benefits of Share Your Wish

How do we convince our children to use Share Your Wish?  Children don’t always see the value in things the way we as adults do.  Not only do most adults love the idea of giving to charity and teaching their youngsters about the importance of giving back, but most of us also enjoy ...more

Another Birthday Success Story

I am sure we all love celebrating our children’s birthdays!  I know as we neared my daughter’s fifth birthday this year I was truly an emotional wreck.  It could’ve been my hormones, being that I am expecting our third child this summer, but I think it was more than ju ...more

You're Never Too Young To Be Charitable

At Share Your Wish, we believe that teaching our children the virtues of generosity and selflessness by helping others is of utmost importance.  We believe it gives them a sense of empowerment, and respect for others that they will take with them for the rest of their lives.  We want th ...more

Making Share Your Wish a Teachable Moment

You have decided to use Share Your Wish for your child’s party, now it is time to share the site with your child. 

Here are some tips:

Ages 1-2 yrs

If you are planning a child’s first or sec ...more

Sandy Provides a Teachable Moment

As I sat on a line waiting to fill my car up with gas, I could not help but think of all those completely devastated by Hurricane Sandy. My heart aches for those who lost their lives and homes. I watch the destruction on television and feel sick.

I am truly fortunate - my family is safe a ...more