Mother's Day Gifts that Give Back

With the economy being particularly tight,
many people are refusing gifts and opting for charity
donations instead. For this upcoming Mother’s Day,
how about doing a combination of both?
Here are some amazing Mom gifts that you can
feel good about purchasing because they
give back to some great causes...

Inspired by her daughter’s artwork, Philosophy
founder Christina Carlino created this beautifully packaged,
clean scented bubble bath. 100% of net proceeds
goes to the Women Cancer Research Fund. 

Made exclusively for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,
these cute, spring-y bags can be used as purses and/or
diaper bags. 100% of the profits goes to St. Jude.

Italian Linen Scarf

It’s no wonder that celebrity moms like Reese
Witherspoon and Jessica Alba favor these year-round
soft-as-butter scarves. 10% of all sales goes to various
international children’s charities.

Love Quotes Italian Linen Scarf

Home Fragrances

Each divine scent in this collection is named after a
positive human quality. Why not give Mom a reed diffuser or
candle in ‘Appreciation,' which has notes of white freesia, gardenia,
and daffodil? No gift-wrap needed – the packaging is
beautiful on its own. A percentage of all proceeds go to
‘In a Perfect World,' an organization that aims to inspire
children in developing countries to become socially
conscious and responsible leaders.

Altru Home Fragrances

Cook for the Cure Artisan Stand Mixer

For the mom who is a wiz around the kitchen –
or just strives to be, this do-it-all mixer (it even makes pasta!)
comes in this special pink color as a tribute to breast cancer awareness.
$50 from each sale goes to the Susan G.
Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

KitchenAid Cook for the Cure Artisan Stand Mixer

Flowers

Flowers are always a classic (and much appreciated) gift.
This wonderful company gives 5% of proceeds to a variety
of different charities based on what kind of organic bouquet
you choose, such as Amnesty International Assorted Roses
or Project Hope Siberian Lilies.

Organic Style Flowers

The Joyful Nuddle Blanket

It's safe to say that the best gift any Mom can receive is a nice,
long nap or just some simple quiet time. And these cozy
fleece blankets will encourage just that. The 'nuddle' (nap + cuddle)
is long enough to cover your body from the neck to the feet
with arm openings so you can read, eat, or navigate the remote
control without having to leave your cocoon. Better yet?
For every 'Joyful Nuddle' purchased, one is given to a woman
who is being helped by the Joyful Heart Foundation,
a charity founded by Mariska Hargitay that provides
support to victims of sexual abuse.

The Joyful Nuddle