Reply #1: that's what I'm thinking [View All]

this is the first year I've said I wanted nothing for xmas, and I still got gifts. Usually, my family draws names, so we don't end up spending tons of money, and we provide lists of gift suggestions, so everyone tends to at least get things they want and will use.

Since my list this year said I wanted nothing, I'm thinking of donating to a shelter or food pantry or something. I got a gift card to a grocery store, so that might be better suited to a food pantry. A gift card to Wal-Mart, so that might be better for a shelter.

I haven't ever actualy had a problem with non-veg gifts, so techincally, I haven't dealt with your specific question, but I would think donating would be a better option than simply tossing.

PS - make sure you send Thank You cards saying what you donated and why. That might make an impact on their thinking. "Thank You for the leather gloves, however as a vegan, I don't use leather products, so I donated them to _____________; I am sure some unnamed homeless person will enjoy having them, and appreciate your kindness. - Love, Elad

PPS - thanks for asking this question; it has strengthened my inclination to want to donate my gifts this year, so I have arrived at the decision to do so.

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