Please join us as we send love and support to our good friend, Pamela Stockwell. She will be giving one of her kidneys on March 29, 2022, to Kelly Hartog another wonderful friend. Both of these women have been such an inspiration, we admire them both for their strength and courage. (**Please Note: We have also created a page for Kelly and it is listed under a similar name --- Friends Around the World for Kelly Hartog and can be found here:  https://www.giveinkind.com/inkinds/H9M7O8D

In a show of support, we have organized this campaign here on the Give-In-Kind website to make it simple to send a gift to Pamela electronically if you wish, post a message of encouragement for her and check for updates when they are available from her family and friends. You have many options of “giving in a show of support” here including, meal deliveries, grocery gift cards, entertainment gift cards, etc.

A calendar can be found below. You can reserve a spot and purchase a gift card for meals, groceries, and/or gifts. Or you can simply purchase a gift using the “Wishlist” located to the right.

Pamela will be recuperating and off work for several weeks after her surgery. 

The link below is to Pamela Stockwell’s blog post about her journey to being a kidney donor for Kelly Hartog! (You must read this!! It is a wonderful view of Pamela and Kelly's journey!) 

https://www.pamelastockwell.com/post/my-kidney-s-going-to-california?fbclid=IwAR2XaCF3EhRWM-yIgxktiFu0M_xM7uDzhip7UdUWtmvtmRaDPNgo7HfWimU 

Please be sure and view the “Wishlist” to the right. You can find fun things to purchase and send electronically for places such as Barnes and Noble, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Netflix, Google Play, Audible, gift baskets, Petco (in case you would like to send some love to her kitty as well!!), etc. (why not add some fun options for Pamela during her recovery time! What author wouldn't want to read or catch up on the latest show!) 

We encourage you to "share" this page on your social media pages, blogs, and with family and friends who enjoy "paying it forward" and/or doing "random acts of kindness".

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What is the best gift anytime? A Target eGift Card. With no fees and no expiration dates, the real question is: who couldn't use a gift card from Target?
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What To Say In Your Card: I thought this might come in handy. I am sending you so much love!

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Give the gift of take-out. Seriously, the perfect gift for any situation.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it is take-out and everyone loves take-out. It gives your recipient the flexibility to order exactly what they want, when they want it. Pregnancy cravings are no joke. Neither is the stress level of a single parent on a school night. Young professionals who get sick often hate the loss of their own agency. The capacity to choose one's own dinner is not to be underestimated. Nothing says I love you like Pad Thai.
What To Express in Your Card: I wanted you to be able to choose your own meal. I am thinking of you!

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This is the perfect gift for any family or any loved one with medical needs. Send help to those you love to provide care in the form of a CVS e-gift card.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because everyone has medical needs from time to time. Often, medical insurance with high deductibles eats into the ability of a family to cover unanticipated medical expenses. An e-gift card ensures that those you love get that which they need to heal - with adequate respect for their privacy. Perfect. This is very useful in any medical crisis in very specific ways. Supplements useful in various treatments are expensive and not covered. This is applicable to surgical patients, cancer patients, pediatric patients, and more. Medical equipment can be ordered - such as canes or walkers and your recipient can pay using their gift card.
What To Express in Your Card: What else do you need me to do? At the ready. xo

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This e-gift card allows access to all Walmart products. Useful for anyone anywhere.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it offers access to things like pharmacies when a family you love is in need. Many aspects of surgical care are not covered by insurance - these expenses can add up. This is especially true when a family is on a fixed income. Items like canes, walkers, surgical gauze, and more - can all be underwritten in this way. (Bonus: It respects, as well, the privacy and dignity of the person you love). Supplements that are doctor recommended (always check) can also be covered in this manner. Walmart also just has everything so for someone who has lost their job it enables them to get what they need without spelling it all out. People are proud.
What To Express in Your Card: You'd do exactly the same. xo

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Always the perfect gift and great for all occasions. With a Barnes &amp; Noble gift card you can choose from an unmatched selection of books, eBooks, textbooks, movies/tv, toys, games, and gifts - even treats from the Café - at the world's largest bookseller!
Why We Love This Gift: We all need an escape sometimes - to fall in love with a fantastic book.
What To Express In Your Card: There are so many books out there that identify with what you are going through. I know how hard it has been for you. I hope this helps. I love you.

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Always the perfect gift and great for all occasions. With a Barnes &amp; Noble gift card you can choose from an unmatched selection of books, eBooks, textbooks, movies/tv, toys, games, and gifts &#8211; even treats from the Café &#8211; at the world&#8217;s largest bookseller!

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Treat yourself or give the gift of Play today.
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Use a Google Play gift code to go further in your favorite games like Clash Royale or Pokemon Go or redeem your code for the latest apps, movies, books, and more.
Why We Love This Gift: There are so many applications that offer a resource to someone in need. To name a few: pregnancy apps, mental health apps for stress relief and depression, and apps that benefit cancer patients are all incredibly useful. Applicable in almost any situation, gift cards to the Google Play website provide both financial support and the motivation to get the additional help one needs.
What To Express In Your Card: I want you to purchase any apps you find that may help you in your situation. I love you so much.

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Treat yourself or give the gift of Play today.

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With your favorite restaurants at your fingertips, DoorDash satisfies your cravings and connects you with possibilities -- more time and energy for yourself and those you love.
Why We Love This Gift: In every situation, food is necessary. Let your recipient select exactly what they want to eat - and have it delivered. Win and Win.
What To Express in Your Card: I am thinking of you and I want you to eat something that appeals to you. You choose. xo

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Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it allows the recipient to choose exactly what they want, when they want it. Sometimes we need to have a backup plan tucked away in our pocket, and Uber Eats is it. Bonus: Uber Eats gift cards are also redeemable for Uber rides.
What To Say In Your Card: Please eat something. I am thinking about you.

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Audible's Audiobook 3 Month Membership is a perfect gift to get your loved one hooked on their next favorite book. Audiobooks give you the capability of being able to listen wherever, whatever you are doing.
Gifting Audible's 3 Month Membership includes 1 monthly credit with member benefits for 3 months. By giving them the gift of a membership, your gift recipient will enjoy:
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Why We Love This Gift: We all need an escape sometimes - to just close our eyes, and listen.
What To Express In Your Card: There are so many books out there that identify with what you are going through. I know how hard it has been for you. Give audiobooks a try, they can be very helpful. I love you.

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Audible&#8217;s Audiobook Membership is a perfect gift to get your loved one hooked on their next favorite book. Audiobooks give you the capability of being able to listen wherever, whatever you are doing.

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Amazon gift cards never expire and they carry no fees. Redeemable towards millions of items at Amazon.com and also certain affiliated websites. Deliverable electronically and instantly.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it's appropriate for any situation. Let your recipient choose just what they need, when they need it... with ease, convenience, and endless options.
What To Express In Your Card: I'm sending you my love.

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On Netflix, there's always something great to watch. Your TV Shows and Movies. Your Way.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because who does not sometimes have reason to binge-watch things? Call The Midwife? This is a terrific way to provide versatile programming for all age groups. Who needs cable? This is perfect for new parents, for aging loved ones, for a woman on bedrest, for a person recovering from surgery. You name it. And nothing about it is trite - a member of the Give InKind team watched her grandfather become ill over the course of years (Parkinson's Disease). As his health declined, he watched a good deal of television.  Offerings then were not especially good. He would have so enjoyed the series now available with a swipe.
What To Express in Your Card: I recommend Call The Midwife. It's fun.

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On Netflix, there&#8217;s always something great to watch. Your TV Shows and Movies. Your Way.

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Why We Love This Gift: Pets can be so expensive. But so too are they adored. Help a loved one in a pinch by providing necessary food or other pet-related items. This includes grooming and boarding services in many areas - a major help to those in need.
What To Express In Your Card: I know how you have relied on [name of pet] over the course of the last few years. What an ally. I hope this helps to pay for some of the stuff I know you like that sweetie to have. Thinking of you.

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Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it offers an indulgence. It pampers those who need a little extra love and attention. When a person is ill sometimes a little pampering can actually be helpful than we know.
When unexpected medical costs mount, little indulgences can fall by the wayside. Prevent this from happening. (A gift card is preferable to a gift basket because heavily scented items can make people in treatment feel very nauseous so it is best for the recipient to choose their preferred items).
Or, help a newly separated person to move back out into the dating world at a pace that is comfortable. Remind them of how attractive they are. Or, bolster their interview spirits as they wait for their opportunity. Help a loved one to stay ready to interview at the drop of a hat when the default has become dry shampoo and yoga pants. Help them stay refreshed and ready to seize any professional opportunity. Enable them to be make-up ready for the interview.
What To Express In Your Card: I saw this and I just thought that you might like to choose a little something for you. Something you don't need. Please choose something you want. I am thinking lots about you.

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ULTA Gift Cards are redeemable for merchandise and services in all ULTA locations in the United States and at www.ulta.com. 
Redeemable instore and online 
No returns and no refunds on gift cards.

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Gift certificates can be used towards any of The Maid's services, such as ongoing maid service, one-time service, spring or fall cleaning, carpet cleaning, window cleaning and more.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because few people have the time to clean. This is a memorably sanity-restoring gift.
What To Express in Your Card: I am thinking about you! Sending love.

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Everyone loves a clean house. That's about all there is to say about that.
Why We Love This Gift:  This gift is a terrific one for anyone anywhere. Absolute convenience and versatility. (And such a gift). There are so many ways in which this gift works for everyone. In a medical crisis, for example, an orderly house is critical especially if treatment renders someone immune-compromised. For a single parent trying to keep up with things a clean house can be a major stress buster. Seniors living alone could often use a little help in the deep clean department.
What To Express in Your Card: I am thinking of you. How can I be most helpful?
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Helping loved ones recover after surgery is difficult. Visit Give InKind for concrete suggestions and a new way to schedule meals and support to those in need of help.

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Post op recovery is difficult. Visit Give InKind for specific suggestions and a new way to schedule meals and assistance in times of need.

Author Pamela Stockwell, photographed by daughter Kiana Stockwell

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Author Pamela Stockwell shares her experience becoming a living organ donor for a fellow writer, whom she's never even met in-person!

"My Kidney's Going to California!" A Living Organ Donor Story

One year ago this month, in March 2021, my daughter and I drove to South Carolina to see my dad. At one point, she was driving, so I checked Facebook to while away the time and I see that my friend and fellow writer Kelly Hartog had posted a plea for a kidney. I knew [&hellip;]

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