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Giving the gift of preparedness

November 19, 2024 Robyn Smith, EWEB Communications

Hands exchange a present

Jewelry, clothes and electronics are nice, but if you really want to show someone you care, consider giving the gift of safety and peace of mind. The holiday season is the perfect opportunity to help your friends and family prepare for an emergency or disaster.

Here are a few gift ideas for the special people in your life:

Stocking stuffers

  • Flashlight
  • Back-up phone battery
  • Freeze-dried food
  • Candles
  • Emergency poncho
  • Heat Reflective Blanket
  • Hand/foot warmers

Gifts under $100

  • First Aid kit
  • Emergency radio (with solar power and/or hand-crank)
  • Multi-tool
  • Personal water filter
  • Emergency water storage container
  • Camp stove
  • Walkie Talkies
  • Portable solar power station

Gifts over $100

These are just a few ideas, and it's possible to get really creative with homemade gifts, gifts for kids, pet-owners and more. The holidays can be a great time to introduce preparedness into the lives of your friends and family, and perhaps cross some items off your own wish-list as well!

EWEB's Pledge to Prepare

A gift that doesn't require your wallet is encouraging your family members who are EWEB customers to sign up for the 2025 Pledge to Prepare program.

Pledge to Prepare is EWEB's award-winning 12-month blueprint for emergency preparedness. Each month, you'll receive a checklist of preparedness tasks and tips. By the end of the year, you'll be two weeks ready for an emergency! You'll also have the opportunity to win preparedness prizes along the way!

Sign up for the 2025 Pledge to Prepare Program

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