41. Offer free tutoring for her kids.
Help her children study for a test or master a math skill they've been struggling with.Taking the time to read a book together would be a welcome bonus, too!
42. Teach her kids a new skill, like baking or gardening.
Take her children under your wing just like you would if they were your own nieces and nephews.This means passing down the skills you know that they can benefit from.Whether it's gardening, baking, or something else, becoming proficient in a new skill is a huge self-confidence booster!
43. Share a gift certificate to a nearby salon, spa, or coffee house.
Do you have a gift certificate sitting around that you're not going to use?To the single mom who lives next door or up the street, that might feel like a luxury.Rather than let it go to waste, share it - and don't forget to let her know that you expect nothing in return.
44. Leave an anonymous gift card or basket of goodies by her door.
Sometimes it's easier to give a gift when the recipient doesn't know it's you.While you don't want to be anonymous all the time, there's nothing wrong with leaving a gift card or basket of goodies on her doorstep with an anonymous note saying, "Enjoy!"
45. Share your kids’ old Halloween costumes, winter coats, gloves, and boots.
Like all other hand-me-downs, you'll want to inquire whether she's interested before dropping these items off at her house.However, because these seasonal items can get pricey, they're a gift she'll probably appreciate!
46. Buy guest passes for her and her kids to attend a local pool with you.
Invite her and her children to come to the pool with you.It's a low-key, non-threatening way to get to know one another better, and it makes a great summer outing.
47. Help her with home repairs.
Would you be willing to help a single mom you know install a ceiling fan or window air conditioning units?These are tasks that often require another set of hands.In addition, there are countless home repair jobs that she may just need to see someone do once in order to be able to do them on a regular basis on her own.
48. Ask questions.
Let her know that you care by asking her questions about herself and her children.When people show an interest, it's easier to open up and build authentic relationships.
49. Validate her as a person.
Many single moms have experienced difficult and even oppressive relationships.Let her know that she's worth the effort it takes to build a friendship, and when you can, be specific about telling her what you value about her as a person.
50. Be her friend.
This is the most important thing you can do for the single mom you live near or work with.Everyone needs positive, uplifting relationships, and as adults, it can be difficult to form meaningful, no-strings-attached friendships.Being that type of person for her is one of the best ways to help a single mom you care about.