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Gifts That Give Back

We've sought out eye-catching and adorable presents with proceeds that go to charity. Here's where to shop for a change.
By Robin Monheit
O, The Oprah Magazine  |  From the December 2008 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
Oxfam America's gift of a dozen chicks

Last Minute: OxfamAmericaUnwrapped.com, UniversalGiving.org

Click, click, done. Two organizations simplify making a difference around the world. Oxfam's gift site, OxfamAmericaUnwrapped.com, offers more than 60 charitable donations, including a pair of sheep ($90) that allow women to generate their own income by making textiles, a small-business fund to help get entrepreneurs started ($100), and a veterinarian's field kit ($35). Products are organized by price, with a 37 options under $50, and recipients receive a card explaining what the donation will provide. UniversalGiving.org coordinates donations to more than 200 aid organizations, including East Meets West, Helen Keller International, and more.

Photo: Oxfam America
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