If you have extra Halloween candy, there are several things you can do with it:
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Donate it to a good cause: There are many organizations that will accept unopened candy donations. For example, Operation Shoebox distributes candy to troops on Halloween, Christmas, and Easter, while Ronald McDonald House Charities accepts unopened candy for severely sick children and their families to enjoy.
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Use it to make other treats: You can use leftover candy to make delicious desserts and treats. For example, you can stir chopped up chocolate bars or peanut butter candy into ice cream, or use Reeses, Twix, Snickers, and Butterfingers to make cheesecakes, cookies, brownies, and bars.
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Eat it: Of course, you can always just eat the candy yourself or give it to your kids as a treat. You can store it in an airtight container to maximize its shelf life and enjoy it over the next few months.
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Send it to the troops: You can also send your leftover candy to troops serving abroad through nonprofit organizations that will help you do so.
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Donate it to a local food pantry or homeless shelter: Contact your local food pantries or a local soup kitchen to see if they are accepting Halloween candy donations. Some homeless shelters may also accept candy donations.
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Give it out at work: You can bring the candy to work and share it with your coworkers.
Remember to check each organizations guidelines in terms of donation before donating your candy.