Eco-Friendly Gifts and Gifts That Give Back
The best gifts can do a little good, too. These are our favorite eco-friendly finds and gifts that give back, from sustainable products to purchases that support causes we care about. They're feel-good picks for kids, teens and grown-ups who want to help make the world a little better.
Earlier guides
Explore our earlier guides, newest first. These are archived recommendations; prices and availability may have changed.
From the archive · June 3, 202421 wildly cool subscription gifts for men. From fair trade coffee to tech toys and everything in between
From the archive · April 23, 2024One Cool Thing: Make homemade crowns for Mother's Day and give back to kids in need
From the archive · November 27, 202320 special gifts that give back to great causes. | Holiday Gift Guide + Giving Tuesday
From the archive · December 8, 202217 Gen Z gifts that give back to the incredible causes they care about | Holiday Gift Guide
From the archive · November 22, 2020Presenting our 100% entirely Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020: See our top 10 gifts for everyone on your list
From the archive · April 26, 202016 fabulous Mother's Day gifts that give back to Covid relief and healthcare workers | Mother's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · March 26, 202018 fantastic Easter gift ideas for kids, from Etsy shops that could really use the support right now.
From the archivePresenting our 2020 Small Business Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Small to Give Big
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Grandparents | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Men this year | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Teens | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Tweens 9-12 | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Women in 2020 | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Little Kids 4-8 | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Hanukkah Gifts for 2020 | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Holiday Gifts for Babies and Toddlers | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveEco-friendly gifts for kids and teens who are fighting for our planet. For good reason.
SponsoredFrom the archive · May 1, 201815 beautiful Mother's Day gifts that give back, beautifully | Mother's Day Gift Guide
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From the archive35 truly fabulous gifts that give back to 35 fabulous causes
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Molly J Life Handcrafted CBD Gumdrops (Small-Batch)
Small-batch, organic CBD gumdrops in adult flavors like Elderflower Grapefruit and Lemon Lavender — a thoughtful, calming gift for someone who likes wellness treats.
From: 5 random cool things I'm loving this week: Women-owned small business edition
Personalized Heart Tattoo Baby Onesie
A personalized baby onesie with a heart tattoo design — a quirky, giftable newborn or Valentine's Day outfit from an indie boutique.
From: 14 of our favorite small shops and online children's boutiques to help you #shopsmall for the holidays.
Manzanita Kids Wooden Stacking Toy
Handmade wooden stacking toys and blocks from an indie maker — timeless, durable toddler gifts that also work as nursery decor.
From: 14 of our favorite small shops and online children's boutiques to help you #shopsmall for the holidays.
Tegu Magnetic Building Block Set
Magnetic wooden building blocks that encourage creative construction play — great for preschoolers and elementary-aged kids.
From: 14 of our favorite small shops and online children's boutiques to help you #shopsmall for the holidays.
You’re My Hero Gift Set (Women‑Owned Businesses)
A curated gift box of products from women-owned small businesses—good for shoppers who want a thoughtful, small-business–supporting present.
From: Political gifts for women who need to laugh, need to recharge, need to keep going | Holiday Gifts 2020
Foxtail AI Reseller App (subscription service)
A mobile/web app that streamlines listing and managing items across marketplaces—useful for new or experienced resellers to save time and increase sales.
From: Foxtail AI: This new app could be a game changer for reselling on Etsy, eBay, Poshmark, Depop and more
Three Buds Apothecary Hygge Candle (sandalwood/jasmine)
Specific Hygge-scent soy candle from Three Buds Apothecary featuring sandalwood and jasmine notes.
From: 18 of our favorite hygge gifts for everyone who needs more comfort and coziness right now
3 Girls and Us Baby Bib (Little People Graphic)
A whimsical, family-made baby bib with a playful 'little people' graphic — practical and cute for mealtime and easy to gift to new parents.
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Seuss‑Inspired Modern Quilted Christmas Stocking
A colorful, whimsical quilted stocking from a small mom‑run shop — playful design and handmade quality make it a cheerful gift for kids or nostalgic adults.
From: 7 of the coolest modern, handmade Christmas stockings on Etsy
Trufflin Sriracha & Ranch Gourmet Sauce Gift Set
A flavorful hot sauce and ranch gift box from a popular small brand—nice for spice lovers and foodies.
From: 10 of the best holiday gifts on Amazon this year, most supporting small businesses
Stagg EKG Electric Pour-Over Kettle (Fellow)
A sleek, temperature-controlled electric pour-over kettle that’s great for coffee and tea lovers who appreciate minimalist design and precision heating.
From: 10 of the best holiday gifts on Amazon this year, most supporting small businesses
Kaya Lavender Bath & Body Gift Set
A calming lavender bath and body set from a small-soapmaker ideal for a relaxing at-home spa experience.
From: 10 of the best holiday gifts on Amazon this year, most supporting small businesses
Handmade Whiskey Glasses (Black Lantern)
Artisan-printed whiskey or pint glasses from a small Denver maker—good for home bars and nature-inspired gifts.
From: 10 of the best holiday gifts on Amazon this year, most supporting small businesses