Reef’s Reef Redemption program, funded by a portion of Redemption shoe profits, aims to give back to humanitarian and environmental causes. All Reef employees are also offered paid time off to work for a nonprofit of their choice. Reef Compassing boots in Wild Cherry, $92. Photograph by Reef
Etnia Barcelona paired with NGO Africa Rising for its Wild Love in Africa collection, which features mineral lenses and 100-percent eco-friendly acetate. Two percent of the sunglass sale goes to the nonprofit, founded by Ndaba and Kweku Mandela, which aims to aid development throughout the African continent. WLA Africa01 sunglasses, $210. Photograph by Etnia Barcelona
The purchase of FashionABLE products, made by women throughout Africa, support career training and development for more women in the continent through FashionABLE’s original business in Addis Abba and partners that support fair wage and hiring practices. Niguse scarf, $36.
Photograph by FashionABLE
When you buy these festive scented candles, Sydney Hale & Co donates 10 percent of profits to the Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation. Check out the Virginia candle company’s website for pictures of pups they’ve sponsored so far. Clementine & Clove candle, $30. Photograph by Sydney Hale & Co.
Since 1994, all proceeds from this classic rich red lipstick have gone to the MAC AIDS Fund to support men, women and children affected by HIV and AIDS. Viva Glam lipstick in Viva Glam I, $16. Photograph by MAC Cosmetics
Scented with floral geranium, ylang ylang and rosewood oils, this body lotion is perfect for sensitive skin. What’s more, Lush donates all proceeds (minus taxes) to grassroots organizations doing good in areas diverse as conservation, animal welfare and human rights. Charity Pot body lotion, $6.95 to $25.95.
Photograph by Lush
Jack Spade’s On Purpose program employes artisans in Masoro, Rwanda. After the business is sustainable, On Purpose will move to another community. Gesundheit hand-embroidered pocket square, $28. Photograph by Jack Spade
For each bag purchased, Esperos pays the school tuition of a child in a developing country for a full year. Rojo classic backpack, $74.99. Photograph by Esperos
Warm up a loved one with this soft blanket woven from Alpaca. Ten Thousand Villages, a nonprofit that supports local artisans and fair trade goods, partnered with Allpa in Peru, a trading company that provides jobs and training to traditional craftspeople. Alpaca throw, $195. Photograph by Ten Thousand Villages
These Indian ornaments support UNICEF efforts and can provide four doses of measles vaccine to protect children in countries the organization works in, including India. How’s that for circular giving? Handmade papier mache ornaments, $20.69.
Photograph by UNICEF
Smile Squared’s simple bamboo toothbrushes take this classic stocking stuffer to new levels, donating a toothbrush to a child in need for each one purchased. Grab some for the whole family—they come in child and adult sizes—to provide six toothbrushes to children throughout the world. Bamboo toothbrush, $29.95 for a set of six. Photograph by Smile Squared
Made by hand and lined with Ugandan patterned fabric, this clutch provides a sustainable income for the women employed by 31 Bits. The Ugandan women whose handiwork goes to more 300 countries around the world are also engaged in a five year program of health education, finance training, counseling and business training. The Westerly beaded bag, $159. Photograph by 31 Bits
Each piece of jewelry sold by Same Sky offers its artisan a different life necessity. This white-gold bracelet, hand-crocheted with glass beads in Rwanda, provides a female craftsperson with food for one month. White-gold infinity bracelet, $225. Photograph by Same Sky
Recycled from a Guatemalan coffee sack, this environmentally friendly present also can provide enough polio vaccine for 35 children treated by UNICEF. Recycled jute bag, $269.99. Photograph by UNICEF
