27 Nov 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Are you tired of the commercialized chaos that can consume the holiday spirit faster than you can say “jingle bells?” Fear not, festive friend, because Give A Day Global is here to help you take the yawn out of yuletide! Reconnect to the heartfelt magic of the season with gifts that will delight your loved ones and also make a difference around the world. Who said giving back can’t be a jolly good time?
Every person on Santa’s list could use one of these beach towels for their aquatic adventures! Made from traditional woven textiles on the outside and lined with a fine terry cloth interior. They even have a small velcro pocket for placing your keys and valuables before diving into the surf. The best part: they are made by a worker-owned cooperative empowering employees with dignity and respect. Swahili Coast carries other gifts as well such as sandals, apparel, jewelry, and home goods.
Transforming the remnants of conflict into expressions of beauty, this ethical jewelry is made out of used artillery shells and is a testament to resilience and renewal. In addition to supporting local artisans, Hamlin Shop proceeds help women at Hamlin Fistula in Ethiopia to recover from childbirth injuries and reassert their humanity.
Starring culinary maestros from around the world, this cookbook not only contains recipes, but also the stories of feeding communities impacted by natural disasters and humanitarian crises. Featuring flavors from places that José Andrés and his team at World Central Kitchen have rallied to cook, the book benefits the organization’s work while connecting you with people helping people across the globe.
The perfect stocking stuffer for any fashionista, these comfortable roll-on bracelets fit almost any size wrist and provide the perfect bling for any outfit. Ethically crafted by village artisans in Nepal, Aid Through Trade is one of the founding members of the Fair Trade Federation and seeks to empower the lives of women through ethical, fair, and sustainable employment.
Step aside, vanilla extract, there’s a new pantry staple in town! Say goodbye to the mundane; say hello to the trendiest taste sensation for baking, or for adding spice blends, coffee, or tea. Founded by two Peace Corps volunteers, La Faza spices are ethically sourced by working directly with smallholder farm owners who use organic and sustainable agricultural practices.
Calling all canine connoisseurs! Wagster Dog Treats use chef-inspired recipes and human-grade, vegan ingredients, for delicious flavor and healthful benefits for dogs. Cooked love by graduates of Fresh Starts Culinary Academy, these doggie gifts support shelter and job-training programs at Homeward Bound of Marin.
Give A Day Global is hosting a virtual fundraiser to support our mission: to empower travelers to make a positive impact, to support those communities creating change, and to connect people as global citizens, one day at a time. We run our organization on a very efficient budget so small donation make a big difference – join us!
And…it’s never too soon to start thinking about faraway places to visit next year…just remember to consider volunteering for a day wherever you go!
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