BHG Editors' Favorite Finds: Gifts That Give Back

Knock out your holiday gift shopping while supporting worthy causes.

Published on November 28, 2023 12:52PM EST

editors favorite finds gifts that give back

Now that all the Thanksgiving leftovers have been eaten, our editors are in full holiday mode. We've already started shopping for everyone on our list, and we have gift guides for every category you can dream of. But in the spirit of Giving Tuesday, we're sharing a few of our favorite gift ideas that have a charitable aspect.

These gift ideas include items anyone on your list will love, from clever candles to cozy socks and blankets. And the best part? They each give back to causes our editors care about. Take inspiration from these gifts that give back as you start this year's holiday shopping.

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Conscious Step

box of socks — Courtesy of Conscious Step

"This company does a wonderful job at curating a selection of gifts that match a cause that's meaningful to you and your loved ones. I've gotten socks that support education for kids and LGBTQ youth for my family and they've loved them."

— Katlyn Moncada, Food Editor

Buy on Consciousstep.com $40

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Platterful Charcuterie Kits

charcuterie board partially assembled — Courtesy of Platterful

"I’m typically shopping for far-away friends and family for the holidays, and I love the idea of sending a DIY charcuterie kit or charcuterie subscription box. It’s a gift and cozy holiday activity all in one! And for every Platterful box purchased, the company donates 10 meals to organizations that combat childhood hunger."

— Emily VanSchmus, Home Editor

Buy on Platterful.com $75

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Good and Well Supply Co National Park Candles

yosemite candles outdoors — Courtesy of Good and Well Supply Co

"For the nature-loving friends and family in your life, these candles are an inexpensive and thoughtful gift that also donates a portion of each purchase to preserving National Parks. You can even pick the candle of their favorite park."

— Halee Miller, Editorial Assistant

Buy on Goodandwellsupplyco.com $26

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Sackcloth + Ashes Blankets

neutral striped blankets — Courtesy of Sackcloth + Ashes

"Sackcloth + Ashes donates a blanket to your local homeless shelter for every blanket purchased—yes, YOUR local shelter, which just brings the "give back" closer to home. Beyond the community benefits, these blankets are gorgeous, thick, and cozy, and they're available in a huge range of patterns. The company is also committed to sustainability and partnering with artists (including a current collaboration with two Navajo artists) to showcase a variety of traditions in their products."

— Lauren Phillips, Associate Director, Special Projects

Buy on Sackclothandashes.com $70

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Groove Gives Candles

candle on yellow background — Courtesy of Groove Gives

"I love everything about these candles. The retro-punchy design, playful names, and the scents are fantastic (with 80 hours of burn time to boot). The best part? Each candle purchase donates 15 meals to families in need."

— Lauren Bengtson, Senior Market Editor

Buy on Groovegives.com $38

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Evolution Earth Travel Neck Pillow

"Several people I know are big travelers, so I'm giving them these super soft and supportive travel neck pillows for those long plane and train rides. The pillows feature material made from recycled plastic bottles, plus I feel good knowing that part of the purchase supports the manufacturer Cabeau's efforts to remove plastic from the ocean equivalent to what it uses in its own products each year."

— Viveka Neveln, Senior Garden Editor

Buy on Cabeau.com $35

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Wander + Ivy Wine

box with bottle of wine — Courtesy of Wander + Ivy

"Wander + Ivy is a female-founded wine company, and their 4-bottle boxes make the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys a good glass of wine. They donate a portion of all sales to charitable organizations that provide food and supplies to mothers and children."

— Emily VanSchmus, Home Editor

Buy on Wanderandivy.com $34

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