Congregation Beth Sholom is hosting Anchorage’s annual “Mitzvah Mall.” Last year’s event raised more than $10,000 worth of goodwill in three hours!

Think of a bizarre bazaar: an alternative gift fair. There are still rooms filled with booths, but the “vendors” are nonprofit organizations and charities. Instead of buying more material gifts and stuff, shoppers can donate to local non-profits on behalf of friends, family or others on their holiday gift list. Give a gift that keeps on giving.