Tom's Shoes
It's my yearly tradition to buy at least one pair of these for someone I love. Not only are they adorable and comfortable, but for ever pair you buy; they give a pair to a child in the world who doesn't have shoes. Love it.
SAME SKY
SAME SKY is a trade-not-aid initiative that employs HIV+ women in developing countries. Trained as artisans, SAME SKY women earn 15 to 20 times the average Sub Saharan wage to hand crochet beautiful glass bead jewelry. 100% of net proceeds are reinvested to train and employ more women in need.
SAME SKY jewelry acts as a ribbon to our artisans –each piece of jewelry promotes the stability and prosperity within the artisan’s community. With the purchase of SAME SKY you become a part of our powerful movement, empowering women a world away. I love this idea and knowing that by purchasing this bracelet, you're making such a difference in some women's lives.
Strong Island T-Shirt
This is a new gift that gives back this year, something that is near and dear to my heart. My beloved hometown was battered by Sandy and there is a shop on Etsy devoted to selling t-shirts where 100% of the proceeds go to Hurricane Sandy victims. ::Thumbs up::
Warby Parker Sunglasses
Just Like Tom's, Warby Parker gives a pair of glasses to a person in need for every pair of classes sold. These stylish and unisex pair are only $95 so they make a perfect gift.
This holiday season try to make it a point to find gifts like these that give back. We live in a material country that has just about everything, so I think it's time for us to try to help those in need.
Happy Holidays!
ABOU |
