Hoarding disorder is a persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions because of a perceived need to save them. A person with hoarding disorder experiences distress at the thought of getting rid of the items. Excessive accumulation of items, regardless of actual value, occurs. (mental illness could also contribute to this behavior).
If you have been talking with her and developed a rapport and trust as to who she is, and you want her to visit you, and you want to pay the expense, then BUY the ticket.
Don't send money. Buy a return ticket so you control how long she stays.
If you enjoy her company and want her to stay longer then you can easily change the date on the return flight.
If a card is not attach to a gift or has money in it, then it is just a custom to give a card for the season. I think most people will know that an empty card didn't have much thought unless it is written in crayon.
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(they will find their way). 
RE: Hoarding Questions
Hoarders have a hoarding disorder.Hoarding disorder is a persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions because of a perceived need to save them. A person with hoarding disorder experiences distress at the thought of getting rid of the items. Excessive accumulation of items, regardless of actual value, occurs. (mental illness could also contribute to this behavior).