So often we give what we would like to receive and at this stage in our life we seldom want.

So, what about donating $20 to the Family Resource Center with a friend’s name listed? It is a win-win because the money is dispersed locally. Those in need receive and your friend is still acknowledged by your generosity.

The FRC is a solid organization that truthfully does provide much needed services and supplies to all of our Lake Tahoe Unified School District children’s families.

This idea was submitted by a South Lake Tahoe resident who wants to be anonymous.

Lake Tahoe News is looking for budget holiday gift ideas. Find out more about the budget idea by reading this story.