I love Valentine's Day. It's another great excuse to go shop for gifts and eat copious amounts of chocolate (not that I need an excuse to take part in either of these activities). But, sometimes I really have to keep myself from over-doing the tacky gifts (does my friend really need those heart nail decals?). And sometimes I have to wonder: where exactly is my money going and what am I really buying? (Artificial chocolate-flavored candy hearts, anyone?)
There are some gifts, however, I can feel good about giving because they benefit more than just me and my recipient. Gifts like fair-trade chocolate, eco-friendly jewelry, or flowers that give to charity are a few examples. A lot of great companies give back to others or are doing great things for the environment.
Here's a list of some eco-friendly, fair trade, and charitable gifts that you can give your friends and loved ones for Valentine's Day. Go forth and spread the love!
There are some gifts, however, I can feel good about giving because they benefit more than just me and my recipient. Gifts like fair-trade chocolate, eco-friendly jewelry, or flowers that give to charity are a few examples. A lot of great companies give back to others or are doing great things for the environment.
Here's a list of some eco-friendly, fair trade, and charitable gifts that you can give your friends and loved ones for Valentine's Day. Go forth and spread the love!
Organic & Fair Trade Chocolates
Yum! Organic Chocolate Hearts by Equal Exchange are both organic and fairly-traded- because everyone loves chocolate on Valentine's Day.
Jewelry!
A purchase of this I Love You More Sterling Heart Paw Print Necklace from the Animal Rescue Site funds food for animals in shelters and sanctuaries.
When you buy this Think Pink Necklace from 31 Bits, they'll donate 15% of the sales to the Breast Cancer Society.
Lovely Apparel
Show your vegan friend some love with this printed Wear Pink, Not Mink Fleece Hoodie by vegan blogger The Tree Kisser.
Let your girlfriend or gal-pal know what an asset she is in your life with these Heart Butt Leggings by Nina.B.Roze.
These Mel Pop Heart Pink and Red Vegan Flats are vegan and made with non-toxic recyclable PVC rubber.
A little something extra...
This Senor Cat plush by Indy Plush just might be the purr-fect gift for your feline-loving friend. Plus this pint-sized Latin lover was made with 100% recycled plastic bottles and sustainable fabrics.