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
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.
From the December 2008 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine