Gifts That Give Back: Charitable Gifts
Charity is the new black.
Forget the gifts that keep on giving; go for the gifts that give twice — with proceeds going to a worthy cause.
Get more gift ideas here: Stocking Stuffers, Gifts for the Working Girl, Gifts for Men,
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Helping a Third-World Family
Helping a Third-World Family, heifer, goat, animal, hunger
helping a third world family\r\n
Help a third-world family this holiday season by donating a goat that will provide both nutrition and income. A beautiful, lasting gift. $120 at heifer.org \r\n
Ignes Bags Veronica Max clutch
Ignes Bags, Veronica Max clutch, metallic, gold purse, handbag
ignes bags veronica max clutch
This chic clutch with classic detailing is a great gift for your gal pals. supports a childrens charity in Uruguay that houses kids up to 8 years old who suffer abandonment, mistreatment or illnesses. For each bag sold, Ignes will donate a toy to the charity. $245 at ignesbags.com \r\n
sheandme V-chemise
SheandMe V-chemise, top, women\'s clothes, charity, apparel
woman in black and red chemise\r\n
Dress her this holiday in a fashionable chemise that speaks volumes for justice. A portion of every sale goes to the Tahirih Justice Center. $99 at sheandme.com
Nest \"The Lovebird\" Necklace
Lovebird, Necklace, jewelry, bird accessories
pearl and gold lovebird necklace\r\n
Give her a perfect expression of your love with this Lovebird necklace. Proceeds go to changing the lives of women in developing countries. $62 at shop.buildanest.com \r\n
Newborn Delivery
Newborn Deilvery, women\'s charity, baby, mayan mother
woman with baby\r\n
Give the gift of a safe delivery to a pregnant Mayan mother. Your donation will ensure complete pre- and postnatal care, as well as all meals and lodging. $500 at secure2.convio.net \r\n
Bamboo Serving Tray
Bamboo Serving Tray, thailand, kitchen
bamboo serving tray\r\n
This stunning bamboo serving tray is the perfect gift for that special friend interested in supporting fair trade. Made in Northern Thailand. $24.95 at originalgood.com \r\n
Bodanna Sushi Set
Bodanna Sushi Set, asian inspired, serving dishes, stoneware
bodanna sushi set\r\n
This beautiful sushi set was handmade by Bodanna, a youth-based nonprofit organization in NYC. Makes a unique addition to your friend\'s decor. $85 at bodanna.org \r\n
Stop Violence in the Home Lip Care Stick
Stop Domestic Violence, Lip Care Stick, The Body Shop, lip balm, beauty, lips
stop violence in the home lip care stick\r\n
Give to other women this holiday by purchasing this tasty, mint-flavored lip balm. Two dollars of each sale go to the National Domestic Violence Hotline. $8 at thebodyshop.com \r\n
LUSH Charity Pot
LUSH Charity Pot, hands and body, beauty, moisturizer
lush charity pot\r\n
This superluxurious moisturizer is as good for your skin as it is for the International Fund for Animal Welfare: 100 percent of proceeds from Lush go to charity. $20.95 at LUSH.com \r\n
Give a Stove to a Woman in Darfur
women, woman, Darfur, charity, help
give a stove to a woman in darfur\r\n
Give a displaced woman in Darfur the means to feed her family by purchasing a stove for her. It\'ll make a world of difference to her and her family. $30 at changingthepresent.org \r\n
The Judith Ripka Autism Speaks Necklace
Judith Ripka, Autism Speaks, Necklace, jewelry for charity
the judith ripka autism speaks necklace\r\n
This is one gift that speaks on behalf of those who can\'t. The proceeds from this elegant necklace go to Autism Speaks. $449 at autismspeaks.org/store \r\n
Ethiopian Trading Bead Necklace
Ethiopia, Trading Bead , Necklace, jewelry for charity
ethiopian trading bead necklace
Help protect wildlife in Eritrea, Africa, with the purchase of this lovely Ethiopian necklace. Made of red Vaseline beads. $75 at shop-artfortheanimals.org \r\n
Adopt a Doctor
Adopt a Doctor, medical help, charity
adopt a doctor\r\n
Adopt a doctor and help make a difference in the countries that need it most. Adopt A Doctor aspires to provide financial aid and other critical resources to physicians already working in poor countries so that they can stay and continue their work. Your donation will serve Liberia, Malawi, Mali, and Sierra Leone. $100 at secure.groundspring.org \r\n
Red Silk Tie
Red Silk Tie, unicef, charity
red silk tie\r\n
Give your husband the gift of style while helping support the charitable efforts of UNICEF. This is one stocking stuffer that makes a difference. $60 at shopcardsandgifts.unicefusa.org \r\n
5 Colors of Amber Necklace
Amber Necklace, jewelry, accessories
five colors of amber necklace\r\n
The animal lover on your list will appreciate this lovely amber necklace, whose profits go to feeding and sheltering homeless animals. $29.95 at shop.theanimalrescuesite.com \r\n
Tree of Life Wall Hanging
Tree of Life, Wall Hanging, tapestry, hunger charity, food charity
tree of life wall hanging\r\n
For every purchase of this inspiring tree of life wall hanging, the Hunger Site will fund 50 bowls of food where it\'s needed most. A wonderful way to give. $28.95 at shop.thehungersite.com \r\n
Wind of Peace Organic T-Shirt
Organic clothes, T Shirt, organic cotton, peace
green t shirt with dove and tree peace logo
This cute T-shirt is a great gift for the friend who wants to make a difference to the rain forest. With each purchase, 2290 square feet of land are preserved. $26.95 at shop.therainforestsite.com \r\n
Retro Green Scooter
scooter, ride on toys, St. Jude\'s
retro green scooter
Every child loves a scooter and this one is especially child-friendly with proceeds that benefit St. Jude\'s Children\'s Research Hospital. $59 at stjude.org
Beehive Lamp
Beehive Lamp, fair trade, World Shoppe, home, house
beehive lamp\r\n
This whimsical beehive lamp makes an adorable gift. Made in Bali, its proceeds promote fair trade through World Shoppe. $57.50 at world-shoppe.com \r\n
Rwandan Peace Scarf
Rwanda, Peace, Scarf, red, accessories
red and purple scarf\r\n
Look smart and feel good with this stylish scarf hand spun by disadvantaged women. Proceeds help genocide survivors. $45 at amberchand.com
Beeline Honey Travel Set
Beeline, Honey, Travel Set, beauty, bath
beeline honey travel set
Give this fun Beeline Honey Set to the traveler on your list. Handmade by artisans with proceeds that benefit the disenfranchised. $28 at world-shoppe.com \r\n
itSlastik Bag
itSlastik Bag, reusable shopping bag, eco tote
groceries in gold and bronze itslastik bags
The reusable itSlastik bag is both lightweight and eco-friendly and is perfect for the shopper on your list. Made in New Orleans by Katrina survivors. $12.99 at whatsurbag-usa.com \r\n
I Am Powerful Tote Bag
I Am Powerful, Tote Bag, canvas tote
tote bag with i am powerful printed on front
This sweet little tote is a great stocking stuffer that supports the fight against global poverty. Proceeds go to CARE. $12.99 at cafepress.com
Fair Trade Honey
Fair Trade, Honey, farm charity
jar of honey\r\n
Sweeten her holidays with the honey that supports fair trade and small-scale, rural farmers. It feels good to give. $18 at oxfamamericaunwrapped.com \r\n
Adopt a Gorilla
Adopt a Gorilla, wildlife, animal charity
gorilla
Adopt a sweet baby gorilla in your friend\'s name and support the Diane Fossey Gorilla Fund. The animal lover on your list will adore it. $50 to $300 at gorillafund.org
Coffee Cup Coin Purse
Coffee Cup, Coin Purse, coin pouch, coin bag
coffee cup coin purse
This classic New York City coffee cup is the perfect gift for any Big Apple aficionada. Part of the proceeds go to HELP USA, an organization that has been helping the homeless since 1986. $29.95 at wishingfish.com
b-cause Day and Night Face Care Kit
b-cause, Day and Night Face Care Kit, skin care, beauty
because day and night face care kit
Help her achieve beautiful skin with the face care kit that donates 10 percent of its profits to breast and ovarian cancer and scleroderma research. She\'ll look and feel terrific. $19.95 each at beautywithacause.com
Altru Home Fragrance
scented candle, home fragrance, Altru Collection
altru home fragrance
Help her make the world a better place to live with the scented candles that support a Perfect World Foundation. Candle $55, Oil $65 at neimanmarcus.com
Natural Glycerin Soap
natural soap, glycerin, children\'s books
natural glycerin soap
These fragrant little soaps make a wonderful gift while making a wonderful difference. One children\'s book is donated for each soap sold. $5.50 at shop.theliteracysite.com
PeaceKeeper Vday lipgloss
lip gloss, V-Day, makeup, cosmetics
peace keeper vday lipgloss
Help her feel good about her make-up with PeaceKeeper lipgloss. All profits go to women\'s health and human rights programs. $14 at iamapeacekeeper.com
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