This festive season, give a present that brings joy to both a community in need, and the loved one who receives it.
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Charity: Water, a non-profit organisation that provides safe drinking water to people living without it, receives a donation each time a Sahel handcrafted leather camera strap is purchased.
Clothing label Selfish Mother has a cult following, thanks to its Mother sweatshirt. For each design sold, the brand donates to charities such as Women for Women International and Prostate Cancer UK.
The gemstones woven into the wire of these gold-plated Remember earrings signify people trapped in slavery today. Each piece of jewellery sold by Made By Survivors helps victims, of whom there are an estimated 29 million worldwide.
Macy’s range of woven Rwandan homeware is handcrafted by skilled artisans, using coil sewing – an ancient technique of basketry. The collection supports fair trade and positive change in Rwanda.
Licia Ruby’s ethos is to “be the change that you wish to be” and, so, the ethically minded company creates change by supporting Action Against Hunger. For every Roasted White chocolate bar sold, the firm will donate a dollar, which will provide a packet of lifesaving food to a child in need. Did we mention that during the roasting process, the chocolate becomes beautifully caramelised? Delicious and charitable – the perfect combo.
Feed’s motto is “creating good products” and it has nailed this – its products are unique and on trend. Best of all, each purchase helps fight the devastating effects of hunger and malnutrition in poverty-stricken countries.
The Frida Crossbody is handmade by artisans in Mexico, helping them to support their families, and will provide 50 school meals for children around the world.
For every One Grid candle sold, a solar light is donated to a family without electricity in Malawi, Zambia or Tanzania.
Each solar light helps eliminate kerosene lamps, which produce toxic fumes, and will have an immediate impact on a family in need. The candles are inspired by the fragrances of Africa and benefit individual countries. The Tea & Tobacco version (above) will help light up Malawi.
Made UK’s intricate wares are manufactured at its workshop in Kenya, providing locals safe, sustainable employment, education and training. The Cactus Fringe Necklace is made from 100 per cent brass with a gold-tone finish. By buying it, you’re giving back in the most stylish way.
By picking this Olive Utility canvas duffel bag from Toms, you’ll be helping to provide shoes and water to a person who needs them most. Toms’ promise is that, for every purchase you make, it will give back as part of its One for One initiative. A good reason to shop there.
With every purchase from J.Crew for David Sheldrick, you will be giving 50 per cent to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which is dedicated to the preservation and protection of rhinos and elephants in Africa. The range includes clothing (above) for kids and adults, all featuring adorable elephant prints.
Text: Lucy Cleeve/SilverKris