Just like every Holiday Season, 2005 was extremely hectic and shopping for the ideal gift for everyone on my list was just too difficult with an eleven-month-old baby to take with me on every shopping excursion. Many of my nephews and nieces are teenagers and it’s very difficult to really know what to get for teens as gifts. My parents are a complete mystery to me and I’m never quite sure what to get my adult siblings and friends. I thought about what I would like to receive as a gift and I chose to give out gift cards this year, with a twist.
I got the idea of buying gift cards from AutismLink.com. I work with autistic children and I am a member of Autism Link. I receive press releases, educational events and general information about autism in emails through the site. One of the emails suggested that people buy their gift cards through AutismLink.com. Some of the proceeds from each gift card purchased through the site is donated to autism research.
Just about everyone appreciates a gift card from their favorite store or restaurant, but presenting a gift card can be boring. However, gift cards that contribute to a good cause are wonderful to receive. It’s almost like giving two gifts in one. My friends and family were extremely happy to know that their purchases benefit autistic people and my best friend’s son, who is an adult with autism, was particularly proud of his gift.
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