Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide: Local Memberships For Kids And Kids-At-Heart
The holidays are here, and if you’re still on the hunt for thoughtful, meaningful gifts, don’t worry! Shopping last-minute doesn’t mean settling for impersonal presents. In fact, it’s a great opportunity to support local small businesses and non-profits, making your gifts even more special while giving back to your community. They make fantastic stocking stuffers, as well as gifts for those “who have it all.”
Here are some ideas to help you finish your shopping with purpose - and style!
1. Memberships to Local Outdoor Adventure Activities
Consider gifting a membership to a local business or outdoor group. These experiences foster confidence and a love for the outdoors while supporting local guides and educators. They are also a great way to move away from “stuff” and gift experiences instead that can be shared over and over again together, and throughout the year!
Expert-level Tip: Share this initiative with your “friend families” and invest in the same membership. You’ll create amazing create group memories all year long! Happy adventuring!
Skyline Regional Park Membership, Napa
California State Parks Pass, Napa County and beyond
Carolyn Parr Nature Center, Napa
2. Charity Donations in a Child’s Name
For children passionate about the environment, make a donation to a local conservation non-profit in their honor! It’s a wonderful way to keep the conversation alive and explore what greater giving means during the holidays. Some ideas are organizations that focus on planting trees, protecting wildlife, or cleaning up local parks. Pair the donation with a small eco-friendly gift like a reusable water bottle or a nature-themed book! Bonus: The linked organizations on CanDo’s list are all registered non-profits.
CanDo’s Give! Guide Napa Valley
3. Memberships to “Just Out of Town” Attractions
There are plenty of attractions spanning the greater bay-area and an annual membership to parks, zoos, or arboretums are Day Trip ready. These memberships provide year-round opportunities for kids to explore and learn while supporting the upkeep of these valuable community spaces in our greater area.
Bay Area Discovery Museum - Marin
Children’s Museum of Sonoma County - Santa Rosa
The Exploratorium - San Francisco
This holiday season, let your gifts reflect the spirit of giving by supporting your local communities. Not only will your presents feel more meaningful, but you’ll also help sustain the small businesses and non-profits that make your area unique.
Happy Holidays from our home to yours!
ox Napa Kids