MONTH 12- MAKE SUSTAINABLE HOLIDAY/GIFT CHOICES

Monthly goal: For the holidays, use reusable wrapping materials like fabric or recycled paper, give experiences instead of physical gifts, and decorate with natural or handmade items. Free Alternative: Create handmade gifts using materials you already have, such as crafting a heartfelt card or creating a DIY gift from household items.

Daily activity Spend a few minutes each day working on a DIY gift or decoration using materials you already have. Track your progress and creativity throughout the month.

Why it matters During the holidays, Americans generate 25% more waste, totaling about 1 million extra tons per week. Making sustainable choices can reduce waste and environmental impact.

It will save you money Creating DIY gifts and using reusable wrapping materials can save $10-20 per month on holiday spending by reducing the cost of wrapping paper and buying fewer new items.

If you want to get your kids involved Encourage kids to make handmade gifts or holiday decorations using recycled materials. They can also wrap presents in reusable fabric or paper they’ve decorated themselves.

Be a change maker: Sustainable Gift-Giving Guide Create a guide on sustainable gift-giving, focusing on experiences over material goods, homemade gifts, and donations to charities. Include a section on eco-friendly wrapping ideas.