Are you at a loss for the perfect gift for someone on your list? Are you searching for easily customizable holiday cards for business associates or clients?

Here are a few innovative ideas that could help with your holiday shopping. Plus, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that your purchase will support Red Cross programs that save lives in your community and around the world.

• Make a financial contribution to the Red Cross on behalf of someone in lieu of a material gift. You can make a secure online donation at http://www.redcross.org
  /donate/donate.html.

• Purchase blank Red Cross holiday cards from your local Red Cross chapter and customize with your own message. The winter rabbit card is featured above. ($20 for a package of 100)

• Help someone be prepared to save a life with a gift certificate for Red Cross CPR and first aid training. You're never too old or too young to save a life. Contact your local Red Cross chapter for more information or to purchase. ($40 - $50)

• Make a beautiful addition to someone's tree with a Red Cross Christmas ornament. You can view and get ordering information about the latest Red Cross ornaments at http://www.redcross.org
  /museum/giftshop/ornament.html ($12.95)