SHAPE Magazine: The Gift of Giving
In the December 2005 issue of SHAPE magazine, Beth Kanter wrote a piece “The Gift of Giving: Capture the Spirit of the Season with Presents That Support Worthy Causes”. In the one page articles, she provided descriptions, photos, prices and URLs for 7 products for sale to benefit nonprofits.
1. Silver Forget-Me-Not Pins — www.humanedomain.org
Products sold benefit the Humane Society of the United States
2. Ribbon Riot Tank — www.presentsforpurpose.com.
“Choose a gift then, choose a charity. Presents for Purpose will give a portion (25% or more of the net proceeds) of your online purchase to that charity.”
3. For the Next X: A Benefit CD for RAINN — www.rainn.org
Fo the Next X commemorates Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network’s 10th Aniversary. 12 recording artists provided tracks for this CD with 100% of proceeds to RAINN.
4. Limited Edition Cotton Scark and Hat Set — www.womenforwomen.org
Women for Women International mobilizes women to change their lives by bringing a holistic approach to addressing the unique needs of women in conflict and post-conflict environments. Each handcrafted product featured on their Virtual Bazaar represents a womans transformation from victim to survivor to self-sufficient artisan. 100 percent of the proceeds from sales are reinvested in their programs and products that help generate a sustainable income for their artisans.
5. Homemade Nepalese Writing Paper and Cards — www.unicef.org
The United Nation’s Children’s Fund advocates for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential.
6. Lace Covered Satin Cosmetic Bag — www.servv.org
7. Handmade Silk Shawl — www.feminist.org
From: SHAPE Magazine, December 2005, page 32.
