Chances are, you’re getting a lot of ads right now inviting you to celebrate the holidays by spending money. The U.S. economy is lopsided toward this time of year. Retailers rely on holiday shopping. And nonprofits, too, depend on end-of-year donations.

For the latest in our series Professional Help we asked an expert how to prioritize giving back during the holidays.

Our ask: Help me give back during the holidays

Our professional: Nathan Dungan, president and CEO of Share Save Spend

HandsOn Twin Cities has this guide for volunteering during the holidays.