With so many meaningful gifts out there, you may not have time to sort through them all. I sourced this list of gifts from 4-star Charity Navigator-certified charities and top ranked B Corp certified businesses to make giving easy (even with just two weeks ’til Christmas!).
- Give the gift of giving: GlobalGiving, which features thousands of nonprofit projects in 160+ countries, offers eCards and print-at-home options for gift giving in a pinch. (Full disclosure: I work for this organization, which also means I can vouch wholeheartedly for the incredible nonprofit projects your gift recipient can choose from!)
- Plant a tree in tribute: Lots of organizations claim to plant a tree for a donation of starting at just $1. But the National Forest Foundation is one of the few with a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator.
- Share something sweet: Greyston Bakery makes the delicious brownies used in Ben & Jerry’s ice cream and operates an open hiring policy that provides job opportunities. Find them at Whole Foods or order online (they offer UPS ground shipping only so grab ’em fast)!
- Support sustainability: Eco-friendly outdoor brands are easier to find than ever. But Patagonia packs a purpose a notch above the rest, leading the industry as a company with B Corps certification, 1% for the Planet membership, and a history of eco-friendly product development. Gift something cozy for a warmer winter or enable adventure with a gear purchase for an outdoor hobby.
- Lend a hand to literacy causes: With Better World Books, you can sustainably shop secondhand books and other media. For every book you buy, they will give a book to someone in need (they’ve donated 26 million to date). They’ll ship your order free in 5 to 9 business days. Gift a cookbook, artsy coffee table book, or a New York Times bestsellers – they carry them all!
Have a suggestion from a purpose-driven brand or top notch charity? Leave a comment!
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Kayla O'Neill 