Holidays 2015: Gifts that give back

Give a gift that keeps on giving this holiday season by choosing a present that will both bring joy to your loved one and help those in need. From fighting AIDS in Africa to promoting ethical factories to providing desperately needed eyeglasses to developing nations, our do-good gift guide is full of covetable presents that will spread joy throughout the world.
<p>Grounds and Hounds Coffee Company Three Blend Starter Kit, $26, <a target="_blank" href="http://grounds-and-hounds.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/three-blend-sample-pack"> groundsandhoundscoffee.com</a>.</p> <p>20% of proceeds are donated to no-kill dog rescue organizations providing safe havens for pups.</p>
<p> Ten Thousand Villages chevron trio necklace, $59, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.tenthousandvillages.ca/shop/en/all-products/4110002-chevron-trio-necklace.html"> tenthousandvillages.ca</a>.</p> <p>Proceeds support artisans in developing countries through this Fair Trade organization.</p>
<p>Article 22 Love is the Bomb diamond ring set, $195,<a target="_blank" href="https://article22.com/shop/love-is-the-bomb-ring-set/"> article22.com</a>.</p> <p>Article 22 enlists the craftsmanship of Laotian artisans to turn former war weapons into stunning jewellery that promotes peace and love.</p>
<p>Stone & Cloth small ruck in black, $110, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.stoneandcloth.com/collections/backpacks/products/the-little-ruck-black"> stoneandcloth.com</a>.</p> <p>In partnership with the Knock Foundation, which provides scholarships to children in Tanzania, each purchase provides 25 hours of classroom learning.</p>
<p>Aveda Melt Away Stress gift set, $89, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.aveda.ca/product/7489/38321/gifts/gift-suggestions/limited-edition/A-Gift-to-Melt-Away-Stress/index.tmpl"> aveda.ca</a>.</p> <p>Gift sets are wrapped in handcrafted paper from Nepal and $1 from each purchase benefits ongoing earthquake relief in the region.</p>
<p>Everlane Chunky Knit Boyfriend Cashmere Crew sweater, $98,<a target="_blank" href="https://ca.everlane.com/collections/womens-all/products/womens-ribbed-crew-grey"> everlane.com</a>.</p> <p>The American company ensures that their products are made in safe and ethical factories and provide "radical transparency" on manufacutring details and pricing.</p>
<p>Warby Parker Lovett sunglasses in Jet Black, $230, <a target="_blank" href="https://ca.warbyparker.com/thea"> warbyparker.com</a>.</p> <p>For every pair of glasses sold a donation is made to non-profit partners, which then supply a pair of glasses to someone in need.</p>
<p>Books for Africa Alice in Wonderland German sweatshirt, $42, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.outofprintclothing.com/collections/alice-in-wonderland/products/alice-im-wunderland-unisex-long-sleeve-fleece"> outofprintclothing.com</a>.</p> <p>For every sale, one book is donated to Books of Africa, which distributes them to students across the continent.</p>
<p>Sheebani flash tattoos, $25, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.flashtat.com/sheebani/"> flashtat.com</a>.</p> <p>5% of proceeds benefit The Miracle Foundation, a non-profit organization that works closely with orphanages to ensure the children reach their full potential.</p>
<p>Fresh Suga(RED) lip treatment, $26, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.sephora.com/suga-red-lip-treatment-P403658?skuId=1770262&icid2=fresh_lp_sugar_carousel_ca_brand:fresh_p403658_image"> sephora.ca</a>.</p> <p>25% of the retail price benefits (PRODUCT) RED, a charitable program that works to raise awareness and funds to help eliminate HIV/AIDS in Africa.</p>
<p>Pamela Love for ebay Feather Cuff, $81, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Pamela-Love-for-eBay-Feather-Cuff-/281867525007?_trkparms=%26rpp_cid%3D565dc952e4b087346e64be48%26rpp_icid%3D5657115ce4b0591b5a4fc02b"> ebay.ca</a>.</p> <p> 100% of sales support CFDA's Fashion Targets Breast Cancer initiative. </p>
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