In one KSPR Daily Download we talked about holiday spending. We've had many stories about businesses seeing people spend less money, but at the same time the Salvation Army boosted its Red Kettle Goal to $525,000, up $25,000 from last year.

So we wanted to know if you plan on spending or donating as much this holiday season. Most people said no. How about you? Leave your plans below.

Here are your Talk Backs...


“Yes.”

“Yes actually im planning on spending more than i usually do :)”

“No.”

“Can't lost my job! Scrooge visited early this year!”

“NO.........no money.” –Jerry

“We plan on spending less cause daily living is more.”

“Heck no can't afford it!!!”

“No we cant afford it! money is 2 tight rite now.” –Amber

“No in these financial times I am unable to spend big this yr. My shopping is done!”

“Yes.”

“I can't even pay my bills so Christmas presents are out of the question. As for charity, that begins at home.”

“With prices in everything rising i think i will definitely spend less more i usually donate every christmas but i dont think so this year.” –Jess

“The same. Which is none at all.” -Gregg, Battlefield

“I plan to donate just as much as last year if I can fit it into my budget. There are always people who need the help more than I do.” –Jen

“No.”

“Money was spent on gas.wont be much to buy gifts with after bills gwet paid.”

“How could u pass a kettle and not put at least a nickle in 4 a child. Someday u may be the one that may need the help yes i will spend.”

“I'm notoriously cheap with Christmas so I'm looking forward to the fact this year I can spend the same and I'll seem generous.” –Jason

“No big spending in this house thanks to the election results....have to save for hard times coming.”

“Absolutely spending less! We’re celebrating Christmas after the 25th to get the bargains.” –Rick

“I think we should spend less money.” –Austin, Billings

“This year is a time to buy less and give more! You just had a story about the Salvation Army Kettle Drive. They are but one of many groups helping the poor, elderly, young and handicapped. We all need all the help of the community!” -Jim and Mary

“I will be spending less money this year.”

“I am going to try to at least match last years charitable donations, but Christmas spending will be cut back significantly.” –Barbara