Make a Donation to a Cause She Cares About If you've got a mom who constantly says she doesn't need or want any gifts, listen to her! Instead of getting her something she doesn't need (even if you mean well), make a donation in her name to a charity she supports or to a cause she cares about. You can include your donation receipt in your card so she knows the effort you made. Image Source: Getty / JGI/Jamie Grill