Mini Gifts with Big Purpose

MINI-GIFTS WITH BIG PURPOSE 

I know that somewhere deep down I have got to love the holidays. The pretty lights and decorations, cheerful people, fun parties, and of course great food are all very appealing, but the warm feeling often gets overpowered by sadness. What troubles me most about the holidays is gift giving. The gigantic expectations that are put on holiday gifts often leads to great disappointment, selfishness, and sometimes anger- everything the holidays AREN’T about.

Here’s an idea that may help me and maybe you to enjoy the holidays is to get someone a gift that has a PURPOSE or supports a good cause. How could that be disappointing? And wouldn’t you be embarrassed to feel disappointed upon receiving such a gift?

Here’s my list of awesome mini-gifts that make a difference:

FAIR TRADE BRACELETS

Bracelets from WorldofGood.com range from 13.95-17.95. World of Good, Inc. makes it easy to purchase inexpensive and beautiful fair trade items. They provide hundreds of artisan cooperatives with the opportunity to share there products, fair wages, and a sustainable source of economic income.

CHARITY GIFT CARD

Make a Charity Choice allows you to purchase a gift card of the amount of your choice to be donated in the name of the recipient ($10 minimum). The recipient can choose from a list of over 100 charities in which to give. This is a real feel-good gift.

ECO-FRIENDLY JOURNALS

Peaceful Valley offers eco-friendly clothing and gifts. There are 15 different journals to choose from and they are all under $20.

ULTRA COMPACT ECO-BAG

The Mini-Maxi Shopper from reusablebags.com is all the rage in Europe. Cut down on using plastic bags. The small compact zippered container neatly unfolds into a nice sized bag with long handles. This bag is great for shopping, the beach, and other everyday errands or outings. It is available in 10 colors for $9.95.