I love writing this gift guide as it includes gifts you can cross off your to-buy list AND gifts that help others. This post includes 6 brands that provide a variety of gifts and that all help improve the world in some way.
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Warby Parker
Warby Parker is famous for their “Buy a Pair, Give a Pair” program. They say, “For every pair purchased, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need. So far, that’s 10 million pairs and counting” (x).
Here are some gifts you might give from Warby Parker.
BLQK Coffee
Give delicious coffee to the coffee lover in your life and support a larger purpose. BLQK Coffee is a coffee company founded by a former NFL player. Their website says, “We founded BLQK Coffee when we decided it was our turn to give back. We’re just here to do our part. Our mission is to spread joy and inspire service through our coffee and a dedication to giving back. We are dedicated to donating 25% of our profits to charity or directly investing in our communities.” (x).
All African Starter Kit – 1 12 oz bag of our signature All African Blend, 1 BLQK Coffee Mug, and an e-book that will help you brew the perfect cup of coffee using multiple methods.
Single Origin Starter Kit – Same as the above except with their signature single origin coffee (Tadesse Yonka roast).
Social Impact Kit – All coffee! Pick the roast (All African or the signature single origin coffee), whole or ground, and if you want to give 30 days, 60 days, or 90 days.
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Toms
We all know Toms! They give back in so many ways. Their website says, “When you buy TOMS, you help fund access to mental health resources for the millions of people who need them” (x). Their website also says, “We believe in a more equitable tomorrow. That’s why we invest ⅓ of profits for grassroots good, including cash grants and partnerships with community organizations, to drive sustainable change” (x).
Alpargata Slip-On (Women’s)
Dakota Chelsea Boot (Women’s)
Valeri Faux Fur Lined Slipper (Women’s)
Alpargata Slip-On (Men’s)
Travel Lite Sneaker (Men’s)
Harbor Slipper (Men’s)
STATE
STATE gives back in a really awesome way. Their website says, “We donate fully-packed backpacks, fund special projects with partner charities and schools, and shed light around social injustices impacting those we serve” (x).
Kids’ Kane Mini Colorblock Backpack
Kane Kids Backpack (4 colors)
Kane Kids Girls’ Girl Power Backpack
Kids’ Kane Metallic Backpack
Kane Kids Unisex Metallic Color Blocked Backpack
Uncommon Goods
Uncommon Goods is so cool that I’m just going to link to their gift guides. I can’t make anything better than what they have! And, as their website says, “We donate to causes that share our values. Choose a Better to Give partner at checkout and we’ll give $1. ($2 for Uncommon Perks members!)” (x).
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Gift sets – Let Uncommon Goods do all the work for you!
These gift sets include:
- Stocking Stuffers for Little Scientists
- Grill Master Gift Set
- Self-Care Gift Set
- Family Game Night Gift Set
Chewy
If you’re a pet parent or you’re shopping for a pet parent, you have to check out Chewy. They’re awesome for a variety of reasons, but Chewy is also famous for its awesome Chewy Gives Back program. Their website says, “Join Chewy in giving back to your local shelter or rescue by donating items from their Wish List” (x).
In fact, “Since 2012, we’ve donated more than $100M in products to ensure that shelter and rescue animals get the quality care they deserve” (x). That’s so awesome!
Our favorite brand of dog toys is HuggleHounds. Harley goes through so many toys a year, but that number has gone down significantly since we started getting HuggleHounds toys. They last so much longer!
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Kate Mitchell is a blogger, chronic illness patient, and advocate who helps people understand chronic illness and helps chronic illness patients live their best lives.
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