The Last-Minute Gift Guide for the Socially-Responsible

I’m a fan of a great deal, and we’re part of the package-of-the-day club (who actually shops in person any more?).

But I’m also a HUGE fan of social enterprises AND non-profits who have businesses to help them be self-sustainable AND businesses who are being socially responsible in how they manufacture their goods, AND shopping local.

But I also know that being a socially responsible consumer is a LOT of work and extra research. It’s just ONE. MORE. THING.

The good news? I’ve got you covered. If you still haven’t started shopping like me and are in a time crunch, you should check out these folks who are making a difference with their businesses.

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Gifts for the Kids in Your Life

Pals Socks will save your life because you can stop matching socks. They also encourage kids to make friends with someone different than them, and part of your purchase goes to charity. So many wins.

They even have adult socks for the kids-at-heart in your life.

Baby Booties Cat & Dog

Little Loving Hands is the perfect gift for the kid who doesn’t need ONE. MORE. TOY. They provide pre-packaged children craft kits where the end product is used to contribute towards supporting a philanthropic cause. Within each kit, they provide not only the materials for the project that is sent back to a charity when done, but also documents and other fun items to reinforce what the children are working on and how they are helping others. “Sent back when done,” music to my ears!

Gifts for the Ladies in Your Life

Pura Vida bracelets are the perfect gift for all your girlfriends or your wife who has everything. They are made by artisans around the world in developing economies AND part of each purchase goes to charity. You can even shop bracelets based on which charity they support.

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ABLE (formerly FashionABLE) is a lifestyle brand focused on ending generational poverty by working with women who have often overcome extraordinary circumstances. They manufacture directly in the communities they wish to impact, both locally and globally, creating jobs and ending the cycle of charity dependency. Through your purchase, they are ABLE to empower women and give them a job with dignity. They have the most delectable leather bags.

Noonday Collection is empowering women to become stylists, storytellers, and social entrepreneurs. They sell beautiful jewelry and apparel. Adoption is also near and dear to their hearts. I’m supporting my friend Jill, but if you know an ambassador, feel free to hit her up!

Gifts for the Men in Your Life

Krochet Kids Intl. is a lifestyle brand & an innovative non-profit. Their mission is to empower people to rise above poverty. They currently work in Uganda & Peru producing a full line of apparel, bags, and accessories. Items are sold at Urban Outfitters, Whole Foods, Zumiez and MORE! Check out their Men’s line.

Black Rifle Coffee Company is a small-batch roaster who is veteran owned and operated.

Gifts for the Environmentalist in Your Life

The Green Life wants to put safe, cruelty-free products in your home without you ever having to step out of your house. Remember how I hate shopping in person? They have everything from food to body care to everything baby, and more!

natural organic products

Support Local

Reach out on Facebook or Nextdoor to uncover the local artisans and entrepreneurs right in your back yard. I’ve found pottery places, masseuses, bakeries, embroidery shops, music teachers, and so much more!

What is your favorite socially responsible gift?

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