(The only annoying part of this is that you have to provide an email address to even browse.) When you purchase one branded thing, another goes to Treehouse, a foster-youth support agency in Seattle, or First Book, which helps underserved children get books and other resource materials. Zulily: Look for “Buy One, Give One” badges on items at the children’s gear retailer. Yoobi: For every school and office supply item you buy another goes to support a school in the United States. They’re made in Kenya and support not only tribal artisans, but also (RED)’s fight against AIDS. Ubuntu Made: These durable canvas/leather bags and accessories come with a traditional Maasai-beaded twist. Sudara: Women escaping the sex trade in India make these joyful, comfy robes, pajama bottoms and Tshirts (for men, women and children) to learn new skills and go on to lead more fulfilling lives.

When you buy one paperback, another gets donated to a school or teacher who can distribute it to someone who needs it. Story Shares : A Boston-based nonprofit supports literacy efforts. Simon Pearce: Contemporary glass designer Simon Pearce has dedicated a line that gives 20% of proceeds to the LoveYourBrainFoundation, in honor of his son’s traumatic brain injury sustained as he trained for the Olympics. Purpose Jewelry: This company, which sells folksy, elegant jewelry, was set up specifically to combat sex trafficking and care for its victims via the International Sanctuary organization. Pique Tea: When you buy organic tea in a holiday gift box, 10% of profits help the Peach Foundation, which educates children in Yunnan, China, via the Peach Foundation. You can also skip the formality and “give” bandages, tumor removal and other gifts directly to those in need. Mercy Ships: Silver and copper jewelry with a hand-hewn edge supports health care and special surgeries for people around the world who might not otherwise have access to life-saving procedures. Jewelry purchases from Mercy Ships supports surgeries and health care for people who would otherwise. The Maker’s Collection : Minnesota artisans joined with the American Refugee Committee to come up with an eclectic collection of handmade gifts (some edible, such as the Changemaker Chocolate Bar spiked with coffee bean bits). Love41: All proceeds from this seriously lovely leather, accessories and home goods shop support victims of the Rwandan genocide. $17.37 for a simple straw to $230 for a high-volume purifier Sales of this innovative water-filtration bottles and straws help others have access to clean water, where it’s otherwise impossible. Lifestraw: Clean water saves lives-yours, when you’re out in the wild, and also those of people in developing countries. Six to seven items run about $100, and you can return what you don’t want. Kidbox: Sign up your kid to a seasonal delivery of clothing, and an outfit will go to a child in need (the company will send two this holiday season). Joggo Bags: Each messenger bag by this Toronto-based outfit is made by a women’s cooperative in Nepal and supports education of refugee children via CARE Canada.

Goodbye Malaria: Sales of these bright pajama bottoms, teddy bears and bracelets support malaria-elimination programs in Mozambique.

Holiday gift list 2016