We’re not suggesting you make a charitable donation in anyone’s name as a gift (although that is a great idea if you choose to do so). Many companies make charitable giving a part of the purchase price—and there is no shortage of companies trying to change the world for the better. From coffee that supports farmers to sustainably-made T-shirts, we’ve combed the internet for good gifts that support good causes for just about any type of person you’re shopping for. Ahead, check out our picks for the 25 best gifts that give back. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned.
25 Best Gifts That Give Back
The Right to Shower Hope Body Wash, $8.99 at Walmart
Every shower is uplifting with the scent of aloe, dewy moss and hope with The Right To Shower Hope Body Wash, $8.99. Not only is this vegan wash packaged in a 100% recycled bottle, but profits from The Right To Shower also go to making free showers accessible to people living on the streets.
Coffee Subscription, $54 at Driftaway Coffee
When you give a coffee subscription to New York-based Driftaway Coffee, you’re helping to make the lives of coffee farmers better. In addition to making sure those farmers get almost double of Fair Trade wages, Driftaway is dedicated to using 100% compostable and waste-free packaging to offset its operations and shipping emissions.
Mountain Blanket, $120 at Sackcloth & Ashes
Drape yourself in the warmth of this recycled wool blanket, and you’ll be passing on the same good feeling to someone in need. Sackcloth & Ashes donates a blanket to a homeless shelter for each one purchased.
Koala Charm Bracelet, $14 at Pura Vida
When you give this adorable Koala Bear Bracelet, $14, from Pura Vida, you’re helping the World Wildlife Fund preserve the wilderness. Still, there are many other bracelets and accessories to choose from that support different charities. Pura Vida works with artisan communities to make handcrafted products people love while providing fair and sustainable employment to those who make them.
New Balance 5740, $138 at FIGS
Made for all-day comfort with the bonus of being stylish, these FIGS New Balance 5740 Sneakers, $138, help support the FIGS initiative of donating high-quality, comfortable scrubs and footwear to healthcare workers in resource-poor countries. While a pair makes a great gift for a nurse or doctor, civilians appreciate the comfort and durability of these shoes, too.
Packing Cubes, $45 at State Bags
If you’re thinking about compartmentalizing your packing, you can upgrade your travel gear in good conscience with this State Packing Cube Set, $45. Proceeds from every bag purchased go to support its partner charities and schools in need—and it’s a good cause worth traveling for.
Pearl Towel Bundle, $128 at Sand Cloud
For the beach lover, these Turkish cotton towels, $128, from Sand Cloud do a lot more than dry you off. For every Sand Cloud product sold, the company puts 10% of the profits toward preserving and protecting oceans and beaches.
Festival Hat, $45 at TenTree
Look good and feel good about the environment when you wear the Festival Hat, $45, from TenTree. It’s crafted with eco-friendly recycled wool, but TenTree takes its Earth-First commitment a step further and plants ten trees for every item purchased. The goal: plant 1 billion trees by 2030. It’s a worthy cause the whole planet will benefit from.
Baby Lion Stuffed Animal, $33 at Cuddle+Kind
Cuddling up with this baby lion means restful nights for your little one, but you’ll rest easy, too, knowing this stuffed animal, $32, will make it possible to provide five meals to children in need.
Socks that Protect Oceans, $14.99 at Conscious Steps
If oceans aren’t what you want to save, don’t worry—there are equally adorable socks, $14.99, that support a cause you believe in from Conscious Step. It has partnered with several nonprofits like the Trevor Project and other grassroots organizations that improve the world around us.
Ethique Trial Pack, $14 at Walmart
You don’t have to skip a shower to make an environmental impact with Ethique’s Trial Pack, $14. Its shampoo bar has three times as shampoo as a standard bottle of shampoo—without all the plastic. Ethique then donates 2% of its profits to conservation, animal welfare and environmental charities around the world.
Covered in Prayer Reversible Throw Blanket, $250 at Barefoot Dreams
You probably already know that celebs like Hailey Bieber, Brie Larson and Kourtney Kardashian love the cozy comfort of Barefoot Dreams blankets and loungewear. What you might not know is that, with every purchase from the Covered in Prayer Collection, the company makes a donation to The WunderGlo Foundation to benefit doctors and researchers working to develop a cure for colon cancer.
Akari Gold Massager, $195 at Tatcha
Looking good can feel pretty good when you use Tatcha’s Akari Gold Massager, $195, but the feeling goes beyond a facial. Tatcha supports the nonprofit Room to Read to fund the Girl’s Education Program in Asia and Africa as well as helps bring books to underserved communities.
Organic Hoot Bandana, $18.99 at United by Blue
This versatile bandana, $18.99, does double duty to preserve the environment. To start, each pair of pants, t-shirt or dress from United by Blue is ethically manufactured using sustainable materials. Then, for every piece sold, a pound of trash is removed from oceans and waterways.
Little Fires Everywhere Paperback, $15.64 at Bookshop
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng is just one of the bestselling titles you can choose from to support your favorite mom and pop bookstore—even if it’s far away. Bookshop.org makes it possible for you to buy books directly from independent booksellers across the country to help them keep business going in the age of the internet.
Dog Treats Subscription Box, starting at $35 at BarkBox
When you treat your pup to a BarkBox, you’re treating other pets around the country, too. BarkBox issues custom subscription codes, starting at $35, to its network of rescues and shelters and when the codes are used, BarkBox donates $25 to that shelter.
The Graphic Way-Short Tee, $34 at Everlane
While you might like the sleek, minimalist clothing designs from Everlane, you might also like that for every piece sold in its 100% Human Collection, a donation is made to the American Civil Liberties Union to help protect our fundamental freedoms.
Tree Breezers Flats, $98 at Allbirds
Every step you take in Allbirds shoes is a step toward a better world. The sustainable shoes are made with renewable materials that come in recycled packaging, but the company goes a step further to extend the life of the shoes: in partnership with Soles4Souls, it donates gently used Allbird shoes to people in need around the world.
Mother-Youth Gripper Slipper Two-Pack, $64.60 at Bombas
You might think you’re just gifting a cute set of mother-child slippers, $64.60, from Bombas, but you’re really helping the homeless. Because clothing at homeless shelters is in such high demand, Bombas donates one item to homeless charities for every item purchased.
Itana Long Sleeve Dream Rib Tee, $68 at Amour Vert
Sustainability has never been so soft, lightweight and stylish as this knit tee from Amour Vert, $68. In addition to the sustainable practices it uses for its entire operation, Amour Vert plants a tree for every tee sold (there are plenty of other gift ideas to check out).
Percale Venice Sheet Set, $264 at Parachute
A good night’s sleep comes easy to those who do good deeds—especially when those deeds are buying luxury sheets from Parachute. In partnership with the organization, Nothing But Nets, the home essentials company donates a mosquito bed net to African communities to help stop the spread of malaria for every Venice sheet set sold.
Be the Lead Ring, $250 at Aurate
If you’re a fan of Kerry Washington, this gorgeous ring from Aurate, $250, might just make you her #1 fan. The collab with the Hollywood star turned out sparkling and affordable baubles—the company’s jewelry is designed with fair pricing in mind for consumers, and reading in mind for students. Aurate donates books directly to schools with students in need around the country.
Signature Rollerball Gift Set, $100 at Skylar
Vegan, cruelty-free and hypoallergenic, Skylar scents reach beyond cosmetics to reward its customers. Each month, the Los Angeles-based company donates some of its proceeds to a different charity. In the past, it has donated to charities like the NAACP, Feeding America and Teach for America.
Cotopaxi Fuego Hooded Down Jacket, $275 at REI
If you’re shopping for someone outdoorsy, this Cotopaxi puffer, $275, is the year-round jacket they’ll appreciate for more than just its warmth. Through its foundation, Cotopaxi puts 1% of its net profit toward grants for charities that improve the human condition.
Modern Saddle Bag, $245 at Cuyana
This elegant, everyday bag, $245, from Cuyana is one everyone should aspire to own for seemingly endless reasons. This female-founded, BIPOC-owned company has woven integrity and kindness into its entire business practice. Partnered with thredUP, a shipping label is included in every domestic purchase to collect high-quality used clothing to benefit victims of domestic abuse. Up next, Easter Basket Gift Ideas.
