Five Ways to Give When Gifting
Below are five of my most trusted ways to give twice when I gift a friend or family member. From book marks to magnificent jewelry, y.ou can’t go wrong with any of the organizations and sites below
“Since 1993, Women for Women International has helped nearly 420,000 marginalized women in countries affected by war and conflict. We directly work with women in 8 countries offering support, tools, and access to life-changing skills to move from crisis and poverty to stability and economic self-sufficiency.
This year, give your loved ones meaningful holiday gifts that help women survivors of war rebuild their lives. This holiday season, browse our Gifts that Give Back catalog and honor someone special with a gift that will leave a lasting impact on women’s lives.”
“Fistula Foundation believes no woman should endure a life of misery and isolation simply for trying to bring a child into this world. That’s why we’re dedicated to ending the suffering caused by obstetric fistula, a childbirth injury caused by prolonged, unrelieved obstructed labor that renders a woman incontinent – an injury that can only be treated through surgery.”
Fourteen lovely gifts to chose from—all for supporting the Fistula Foundation
“In thanks for your donation of $50 or more, we offer these custom-designed silver-plated earrings featuring cultured pearls to express our gratitude for supporting the work of the Foundation. Your earrings (for pierced ears only) are designed to match our pearl necklace so they can be worn together or separately.”
Me & Ro (beautiful jewelry makers) sell four pieces where 100% of the proceeds go to support: The Brooklyn Academy of Music, Joyful Hear Foundation, Kageno & the Tibet Fund.
Do Ubuntu Orphan Bracelet Campaign: “The Orphan Bracelet Campaign (OBC) helps AIDS orphans by equipping their primary caretakers – usually women – with the means to sustain themselves and improve their health. This includes training women to make bracelets to sell for an income and establishing community-based permaculture gardens. The OBC was founded by director Louise Hogarth, who was inspired by the women and children in her film “Angels in the Dust.”
“Each orphan bracelet is handcrafted by local South African women living with HIV/AIDS. We use only lead-free copper, brass and aluminum wire, as well as recycled rubber. 100% of the proceeds go towards helping mothers and children in Africa whose lives have been severely impacted by HIV/AIDS. Wear your orphan bracelet for any occasion. They are great to stack and won’t set off airport security. DO wear them in the shower.”
“Rosie’s Place was founded in 1974 as the first women’s shelter in the United States. Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that helps poor and homeless women maintain their dignity, seek opportunity and find security in their lives.
Today, Rosie’s Place not only provides meals and shelter but also creates answers for 12,000 women a year through wide ranging support, housing and education services. Rosie’s Place relies solely on the generous support of individuals, foundations and corporations and does not accept any city, state or federal funding. Thanks to these donations, 86 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to services for poor and homeless women.”
“The artisans of the Women’s Craft Cooperative at Rosie’s Place create gorgeous hand-crafted items that make a difference in our guests’ lives.This successful social enterprise, established in 1996, hires Rosie’s Place guests to craft unique gifts and jewelry of all types. “
