Happy Holidays, everyone! Not sure what to give this year? Eternally plagued by your family members who insist they don't want or need presents? Have a family member who buys their own presents right before Christmas? Fear not, The Peace Report has some epic holiday gift ideas that not only free you of Shopper's Block, but also actually keep on giving, and in a more productive way than the ugly sweaters you keep re-gifting. For the hard-to-buy-for in your family, consider an alternative gift this year. These gifts are not exactly your traditional fruitcake.
Think about it- how often have you given a llama to someone for Hanukkah? Both Heifer International and World Vision are running programs that allow you to purchase livestock for a family in need. Give a goat, a chicken, ducks, or a cow to a family in a developing country, and help them to supplement their household income. Interested in something more fun and active for a kid in need? You can also give soccer balls to kids who usually play with banana leaves.
If you really want to get your hands dirty and give to a child in need, UNICEF has put together packages of Ready-To-Eat foods, Winter Survival Kits for babies, and Polio Vaccines that will be distributed to administering organizations.
And if you're really just looking for something sparkly and festive that donates to a good cause, check out UNICEF's ornaments and cards. Got a lovely progressive lady you want to buy for? Check out these pieces of jewelry and exotic accessories that are not only beautiful, but they also economically empower the women who craft them.
Happy shopping, and healthy holidays!
Great, thanks for the ideas!
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