Gifts that Give Back: Shaya Necklace from Given Goods

Mother's Day gifts that give back, because they save lives.

We're getting down to the wire on Mother's Day gifts, and if you're looking for last minute inspiration, we always love gifts that give back. When you buy a beautiful, artisan gift from Given Goods this Mother's Day, like the gorgeous Shaya necklace at top, they'll donate a birthing kit to a mother in a region without access to proper medical care. This could literally save the life of a mother this Mother's Day, and that's a pretty amazing gift to give. But what's I love about this company is not just the giving back that they do; their product selection is gorgeous and any of their items would make a perfect gift for mom (or just-because gift for yourself) any time.  In fact, you might recognize some of these small companies which have been featured here before.  

Gifts that give back: Lotus nesting bowls

 

Lotus Nesting Bowl Set by Catherine's Table, $225

Emerald Studs by Far and Wide Collective, $189,

Gifts that give back: Kara Weaves bathrobe at Given Goods

White Bathrobe by Kara Weaves, $130

Gifts that give back - Red Dirt iPhone case at Given Goods

iPhone 5/5S Case by Red Dirt, $37

Gifts that give back: hand-in-hand bath salts at given goods co

Bath Salts by Hand-in-Hand, $26

Pyramid Tote by Rising Tides Fair Trade on Given Goods Co Pyramid Portfolio Tote by Rising Tide Fair Trade, $118

Time to get shopping! Otherwise you'll end up with a nice card and an IOU inside. Not that any of these lovely gifts aren't worth waiting for. With your purchase from Given Goods this week, they'll donate a birthing kit to a mother in need. And be sure to visit our 2014 Mother's Day gift guide for more ideas for gifts that give back.   

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