How Much Should I Give?

How Much Should I Give?

A whole "latte" cash

Look for one small indulgence to sacrifice. Bypass the gourmet coffee each day and you can save $850 or more a year.

Sell it on E-bay or Craig's List

No need to hoard your stuff. Believe it or not, people will buy your unused items through online classified sites. Your clutter can bless IMAGINE and free you up at home.

Redbox It!

Redboxes are local DVD vending machines that allow you to rent movies for $1 per night versus Blockbuster at $4.36 or Harkins at $9 per person.

Put off major purchases

Consumer trends indicate that families make up to 6 major purchases over $800 per year. Making the sacrifice to delay major purchases will free up funds for IMAGINE.

Simplify the Family Vacation

Instead of an expensive family vacation, why not plan a short trip to a nearby destination. Simple trips that focus on quality time are the most memorable.

Order Water instead of Tea or Coke

A family of 4 that eats out 3 times a week would save over $1,500 a year in beverage costs alone!

Gravy Train

Train your dog to beg for food from strangers so you won't have to buy dog food. Yes, we're kidding, but give serious thought to the value of pet expenses.

Make a List and Check it Twice

Consider simplifying your family's Christmas list and this year, as a family, give a gift to IMAGINE.

Pray Before You Buy

Give God the opportunity to lead you or provide for you in an unexpected but more affordable way.

Reality Check

A simple and effective way to save money for IMAGINE is to ask yourself if you really need what you're about to buy. Do a little self-evaluation by asking yourself, "Will this purchase have an impact on my life or will I throw it away and stop using it within a year"? Instead, invest the funds into something eternal.