Published on November 28, 2024, 1:42 pm
The holiday season often brings about the challenge of gift-giving, especially for those who seem to have it all. However, worry no more! Lift your spirits with a giving-back gift guide that curates the greatest socially responsible gifts.
Firstly, gift the art-loving individual an original piece from Interact Gallery’s online store. This Minneapolis-based non-profit nurtures artists with disabilities, hosting over 70 makers who create unique and exceptional pieces that you can purchase online.
Light a revolution in someone’s life this festive season with Magic Hour Revolution’s fir-infused candle. With every purchase, a full 100% of profits support various social justice causes.
For the fashion-conscious family member or friend concerned about climate change, I Was a Sari is an ideal gifting solution. Dubbed “fashion for planet lovers,” this Mumbai-based initiative employs over 800 women who transform second-hand sarees into unique fashion pieces such as bomber jackets, kimonos and more.
Made in line with sustainable practices, continue supporting worthy causes when choosing high-end jewelry for your loved ones at Catbird. Every purchase contributes to the Lower Eastside Girls Club located in New York City.
Practical gifts are also available like silk scarves returning on the fashion scene now represented by Roy Lichenstein’s Echo100 collection benefiting New York arts programming at schools or Parker Clay’s Kare Shoulder Bag made from sustainably sourced leather in Ethiopia providing fair wages and maternity leaves amongst other benefits to its workers majority whom are female.
How about gifting some TVC? The Cuddle Up gift set by Gifted by FreeFrom is perfect for helping someone unwind after a stressful year. All products from their range support survivors of intimate-partner violence.
Socially conscious footwear brand Nomasei teams up with (Red) donating proceeds from every sale to the worldwide HIV/AIDS fund supporting healthcare facilities all over.
On another path of wellness, Sisters Body offers a vetiver scented oil roller that is a creation of three sisters donating 40% of profits to support women’s health organizations.
Fancy giving away luxurious bath products? Goods That Matter soaps cater to various interests making your gift more thoughtful with 10% from every purchase going towards an environmental cause of choice.
Raise a glass in celebration while doing good for the society through Une Femme Wine Gift Pack. A portion of all its purchases are donated to women-evolving causes.
Buying for little ones? With a $60 contribution, the World Wildlife Fund enables you to adopt the child’s favorite animal and sends them an adorable cuddle partner and adoption certificate.
Looking for some bling? Invest in Tory Burch Ambition Bracelet where 100% proceeds go back into empowers female entrepreneurs or consider Awe Inspired heart earrings seen on celebrities like Taylor Swift and Julia Fox donating 1% of all proceeds to charities supporting mental health care.
For skincare enthusiasts, The Tatcha Starter Ritual set outlines routines encompassing various levels and also backing girl’s education and literacy efforts worldwide. Alternatively, let Selena Gomez help jazz up your holiday look with the Rare Beauty Give Yourself Grace eye shadow palette giving back returns for mental health initiatives or Sarah Creal’s Speak For Yourself lipstick shade Red V. Wade lending part-outlay from each sale towards Planned Parenthood.
The quest doesn’t have to be overwhelming or impersonal with TBCo’s cotton sleepsets that are personalized with initials literally wrapping love round your giftee. Plus it donates 2% from each purchase toward diverse environmental and socially responsible causes, including the World Land Trust and the UN Refugee Agency.
As we celebrate the spirit of giving during this festive season, why not make thoughtful choices that can bring positive change to individuals around our world. Not only do these gifts serve their primary purpose but they also contribute positively towards society.