‘Tis the season of giving, right?
It’s the month of December, and we’re officially in mad gift-shopping mode! It’s exciting to be on the prowl for the coolest gift, but we’re always attracted to those cool gifts that give BACK. With so many organizations + people in need around the world (and today being Giving Back Tuesday), it’s an especially great time to be thoughtful about our shopping. Spoiler alert – you can do both! Many modern companies make this super easy with their philanthropic business relationships.
So, with the spirit of the season, let’s do some shopping and some giving…
1. Live Succulent Plant ($48)
It is our opinion that succulents make great gifts. Plain + simple. They’re cute, purify the air and are incredibly easy to care for. What’s better? Lula’s Garden’s mission is to help improve lives around the world by providing access to safe water. Win-win!
BUY IT @ Amazon: Live Succulent Plant
2. FEED Embroidered Tote ($128)
This modern burlap tote is ready for a farmer’s market near you! If the cute floral embroidery doesn’t move you, than we’re sure the 103 million meals that FEED has donated to those struggling with hunger will.
BUY IT @ Nordstrom: FEED Embroidered Tote
3. When Life Gives You Lemons Necklace ($26)
Turn lemons into lemonade with this adorable golden gift. Alex and Ani partnered up with Alex’s Lemonade Stand, which is an organization that supports families and children affected by cancer. The proceeds from these fun lemon charm jewels go directly towards the organization. That’s a sweet situation.
BUY IT @ Alex and Ani: When Life Gives You Lemons Necklace
4. Forever & Ever Candle from The Little Market ($34)
The perfect gift for someone you’ll love forever & ever. This candle is hand-poured, and each purchase supports female refugees at Prosperity Candle in the US.
BUY IT @ The Little Market: Forever & Ever Candle
5. Love Your Melon Pom Beanie ($45)
We love a good knit hat. We love fighting cancer. Love Your Melon loves both! These unisex beanies are cute, cozy + cancer-fighting. We’re in!
BUY IT @ Amazon: Love Your Melon Pom Beanie
6. Grounds & Hounds Three Blend Starter Kit ($27.99)
Coffee + dog lovers unite – literally! This organic coffee (is delicious and) supports no kill rescue organizations, providing safe-havens for pups between homes. Every pound saves a hound!
BUY IT @ Amazon: Grounds & Hounds Three Blend Starter Kit
7. Strength Necklace ($38)
Find strength within with this rad, gold necklace. Feel especially powerful + impactful, because a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the non-profit, Girls Inc, an organization that supports girls’ development around the world.
BUY IT @ ban.dō: Strength Necklace
8. Hand in Hand ($5.99)
Say yes to vegan and cruelty-free bath products! These smell amazing (hello, Cactus Blossom), and for every product purchased, Hand in Hand donates one bar of soap and one month of clean water to a child in Haiti.
BUY IT @ Ulta: Hand in Hand soaps
9. Out of Print Literary and Book-Themed Enamel Pin Set ($18)
These pins make for the perfect gift for literature geeks out there! With every purchase, Out of Print donates books + supports literacy programs around the world.
BUY IT @ Amazon: Out of Print Literary and Book-Themed Enamel Pin Set
10. CUDDLE + KIND Lola The Lama Hand-Knit Doll ($55)
Warning…extremely snuggle-worthy! The quality of these plush toys is amazing. They’re handcrafted in Peru with 100% cotton yarn. And for every ethically produced, hand-knit doll purchased, 10 meals are provided to children in need. 1 doll = 10 meals!
BUY IT @ Amazon: Cuddle + Kind Lola The Lama Hand-Knit Doll
11. The 100% Human Tee ($22)
We’re only human, 100%. With every minimalist + modern product sold, 100% Human donates $5 towards the American Civil Liberties Union. Human rights, y’all!
BUY IT @ Everlane: The 100% Human Tee
12. Bombas No Show Socks ($10.50)
Bee better with these Bombas socks! One pair of purchased socks = one pair of donated socks to those in need. It’s that simple. And we’re loving the no show socks they have for those cute but mildly uncomfortable shoes we all have!
BUY IT @ Bombas: No Show Socks Womens
13. WeWOOD Watch ($79.95)
Here’s another simple and amazing mission statement: you buy a watch, we plant a tree. WeWOOD collaborates with Trees For The Future and plants a tree with every watch purchased. They’ve planted over 600,000 trees since 2011! Real wood watches, real stylish, and real good for the environment.
BUY IT @ WeWOOD: Dellia Watch
14. Kiehl’s Collection For A Cause Skin Care Set ($50)
An expertly curated collection of skincare products from Kiehl’s with 100% of net profits to Feeding America. The sweet holiday packaging is icing on the cake!
BUY IT @ Nordstrom: Kiehl’s Collection For A Cause Skin Care Set
15. Warby Parker ($145)
We just love it when style meets subvention. With every pair of glasses sold by Warby Parker, they give a pair of glasses to someone in need who doesn’t have access to a prescription.
BUY IT @ Warby Parker
16. The Giving Keys Pearl Double Drop Necklace ($62)
Ready to make a social impact? Don’t let these little key necklaces deceive you. With every product purchased from The Giving Key, they support job creation for people transitioning out of homelessness! It’s all about paying it forward with a key-psake necklace close to your heart.
BUY IT @ The Giving Keys: Pearl Double Drop Necklace
17. Claire V x Every Mother Counts Jumbo Tote ($65)
Our favorite jumbo tote with two strap sizes and a ‘lil nod to the French Revolution. 100% of net sales of these products are donated to Every Mother Counts, which is an organization that ensures women have access to quality, respectful and equitable maternity care.
BUY IT @ Clare V: Every Mother Counts Jumbo Tote
18. Unicorn Mother-Daughter Snug Fit Pajamas ($14.00-$44.00)
It’s hard to deny the pure magic of matching unicorn pajamas. The Company Store makes the softest pjs and proudly supports organizations that provide help to families and children in need.
BUY IT @ The Company Store: Unicorn Mother-Daughter Snug Fit Pajamas
We’re feeling the magic of the season over here with all of these sweet opportunities to give. Who knew shopping could be this fulfilling? How will you give back this year?
If you are looking for more gift guide ideas, you can find all our 2019 Gift Guides here!