Socially Responsible Gift Giving

Here is a list of companies who folks believe are socially responsible sellers and organizations. Please submit retailers, causes and other orgs who are changing the world! Please no SPAM. Suggestions will be moderated.

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    1. Ten Thousand Villages

      Ten Thousand Villages

      A great place to buy hand crafted items from around the world. Shops can also be set up at a local location. Shop online or use the website to find a store in your area!

    2. Heifer Project

      Heifer Project

      Okay, who doesn't want to get a goat for Christmas? Seriously, a great way to help build sustainability by buying animals for folks in other countries. Heifer has such a variety of animals/packages in the catalog, that children and grown ups alike enjoy picking what they can send.

    3. The Trevor Project

      The Trevor Project

      Preventing Suicide Among LGBTQ Youth

    4. Living Waters for the World

      Living Waters for the World

      Living Waters for the World trains and equips people to share the gift of clean water with communities in need

    5. SERRV

      SERRV

      Gifts that make a difference, ethical fair trade gift and crafts products from a range of developing countries. Shop Now.

    6. TassaTag

      TassaTag

      A big bright luggage tag, made by members of the Fair Trade Federation, for responsible travelers wishing to be a voice against sexual slavery and trafficking.

    7. Presbyterian Communities and Services

      Presbyterian Communities and Services

      Located in Dallas, Presbyterian Communities and Services is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization that provides exceptional continuing care retirement communities and leading hospice services.Our family of organizations includes Grace Presbyterian Village, Presbyterian Village North, and Faith Presbyterian Hospice.

    8. Marion Medical Mission Shallow Wells

      Marion Medical Mission Shallow Wells

      Marion Medical Mission puts shallow wells in Malawi, Tanzania, and Zambia, Africa. 100% of your donation goes for its intended purpose. Each village contributes sand, stone, and bricks to build the well. There's a maintenance system in place so that if the well breaks, a nearby maintenance person can fix it.

    9. Asian Americans United (AAU)

      Asian Americans United (AAU)

      Established in 1985, Asian Americans United exists so that people of Asian ancestry in Philadelphia exercise leadership to build their communities and unite to challenge oppression. We've built a school, created green spaces, organized a cultural festival, and worked for justice while building communities. http://aaunited.org

    10. Project 7

      Project 7

      For every purchase made (of everyday items like coffee) a donation is made that makes an impact in one of seven areas: Feed the Hungry, Heal the Sick, Hope for Peace, House the Homeless, Quench the Thirsty, Teach them Well and Save the Earth.