Giving With Purpose: 20 Christmas Gifts Under $50 That Give To Charity

Available in a variety of sizes, each of these Cheese Boards made by Fathers Building Futures features multiple woods and different patterns making for a stylish addition to any gathering. Fathers Building Futures is a team of formerly incarcerated parents based in New Mexico who work to encourage, mentor and supervise parents returning home from prison so that they can become productive members of not only their community but also their families. By gifting one of these beautiful boards you can be sure you not only will give a lovely product but also help encourage skill development and family renewal in the process. 

Perfect for all the coffee or tea lovers in your life, this insulated glass Brew Bottle by Soma allows you to enjoy a pour over, cold brew or loose leaf tea on the go. Available in 2 colorways, the Soma Brew Bottle uses high quality materials of glass, stainless steel and Tritan to create a healthy experience while enjoying your hot or cold beverage. Additionally, on a mission to promote clean drinking water for all, Soma uses each purchase to donate to clean water projects in developing countries around the world. 

Customizable for any town within the United States, this Home Town Map Coffee Mug Set Of 2 features two, 13 oz. glass mugs etched with the streets and neighborhoods of your desired location. Designed and made in the US, each set is dishwasher safe and would be great for anyone passionate about their hometown, college town, or a specific place close to their heart. Additionally, each purchase of these gifts help to support Well Told and their mission to help Veterans who are facing homelessness through programs and tools needed for economic self sufficiency. 

After seeing the devastation from Hurricane Helene to the greater Asheville and Blue Ridge Mountain Region, Stitch & Brush is donating all the proceeds from each of these 10 fine art prints to the Hurricane Helene disaster relief efforts for residents within the community to rebuild their lives. Each of these beautiful 8 x 10 fine art prints are based on her original oil palette knife paintings inspired by the Asheville area which feature designs ranging from vibrant river scenes and mountain landscapes to classic city views. 

Full of small batch products made locally in Massachusetts, this Made In Massachusetts Gift Set by Prosperity Candle includes their popular Happiness Candle (available in four different scents!) in addition to the option of caramels, pure maple syrup, chocolate dipped coffee beans and apple cider syrup. Each purchase of this gift set not only benefits the local Massachusetts businesses

Nothing says Christmas more than a sweet and spiced scent! While it may be the least expensive item on this list of Christmas gifts under $50, don’t let the price fool you as this Citrus Grove Hand Soap by Hand In Hand is made with naturally derived products (including moisturizing coconut oil) and features a scent blend of grapefruit and orange blossoms with rosemary and ginger, perfect for the holidays. Likewise, by enjoying their soaps, Hand In Hand donates one bar of soap and a month of clean water to a child in need for each purchase. Hand In Hand offers a wide variety of products from hand soaps to lotions, body washes, shaving creams and combo packs, so if you fall in love with this scent, you can try it in a variety of products!

Passionate for essential oils? Then you must try these DIY Essential Oil Kits by Simply Earth. Not only does Simply Earth offer specific packs of essential oil options, but they also provide DIY kits to make your own essential oil perfume, home remedies and ointments, candles and lip balms. While barely making it within the range of Christmas gifts under $50, each of these kits allows you to create your own homemade products in addition to supporting the fit against human trafficking as 13% of all profits go directly to front line organizations dedicated to ending human sex trafficking both within the United States and abroad.

I love a colorful mix of holiday decor and nothing says that more than these Embroidered Wool Ornaments by Ornaments 4 Orphans! Handmade by artisans in Peru using traditional techniques and local sheep wool, these initial and snowflake ornaments (also available in a set of 12) are sure to bring a pop of color to your Christmas decor. Ornaments 4 Orphans not only provides lovely products but also is committed to helping orphans and vulnerable children in the communities where the items are sourced. 

Made of polished brass in a modern, clean lined design, the Halcyon Hoops by Bawa Hope are stunning in their simplicity. Perfect for everyday wear, these hoops will naturally oxidize over time due to their living patina finish, however they can be restored back to their original brilliant shine by polishing with a soft cloth. Bawa Hope is run by a husband and wife team who seeks to bring hope and employment to the people of Nairobi’s Kibera slums. 

10. Courage Collection Necklace by Starfish Project – $42.00 

Also available within the Noonday Collection, the Courage Collection Necklace by the Starfish Project is perfect for the charm lover in your life! This stunning elongated oval 14K gold plated chain necklace is punctuated by a gold clasp that can hold a variety of charms including some you might already have on hand in addition to those within their Courage Charm Collection. Each piece is lovingly made by the women of the Starfish Project who have escaped lives of exploitation in exchange for hope, freedom and value. 

Inspired by Matthew 17:20, this Mustard Seed Necklace by Blessings By Mimi contains a pressed and dried mustard seed within a clear, non yellowing resin. Available in a variety of lengths and finishes, this necklace is great for those in your life that need a little reminder that faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains! These necklaces (also available in earrings) by Blessings By Mimi also help to support single mothers and fathers in crisis pregnancy and family situations with resources, love and mentoring relationships. 

Designed with a simple 14K gold plated chain and bar engraved with the key phrases of Micah 6:8, this Walk Humbly Bar Necklace is a great daily reminder to “act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with the Lord”. Also created by the women of the Starfish Project, this necklace helps to inspire hope and freedom for women escaping sex trafficking and exploitation in East Asia. Not only do these women make beautiful jewelry, but they also are involved in every aspect of the Starfish

Perfect for the chilly days of winter, this Natural Pom Beanie by Love Your Melon is cozy, warm and easily matched with any outfit! While this is available in the adult size, many children’s beanies and themed beanies are also options within the Love Your Melon shop. This Pom Beanie is a great gift on its own, but even better in knowing that it supports groundbreaking research, experiences and family support for children battling pediatric cancer. With over 200+ hospital partnerships Love Your Melon is making a difference one hat at a time. 

Available in a variety of sizes, this Wonderfully Made Embroidered Onesie is great for the little ones in your life. Soft, machine washable and made of 100% cotton, you can be sure that your little one will love this new outfit while proudly proclaiming the truth that they are wonderfully made! Each purchase also helps to support the mission of Live Action to save lives, provide education and protect vulnerable babies within the womb. 

As if bringing the song “Angels We Have Heard On High” to life, this Glory Convertible Romper by Tiny Revival Clothing Co is a festive touch to add to your little one’s Christmas wardrobe! Available from newborn to 3T sizes,  each romper has a double zipper, a fold over mitten option and foot cuffs that can extend the leg length to grow with them. And want the whole family to match this Christmas? This Glory print is also available in larger children and adult sizes! With each purchase you can also be encouraged to know that your support of Tiny Revival Clothing Co helps join the fight against human trafficking by partnering with organizations both locally and globally. 

Since moving to Germany, I have come to LOVE merino wool for it’s temperature regulation abilities (warm in winter and cool in summer) in addition to being naturally odor and bacteria resistant. With a variety of color and style options in men’s, women’s and kids sizes, Farm To Feet is creating exactly this with these American Trail socks featuring 100% US grown merino wool, nylon and spandex. Farm To Feet is focused on promoting American industry by locating its entire supply chain within the US, from the farmers and ranchers out west to the manufacturing producers in the Carolinas. 

Have an avid camper or outdoorsy adventurer within your circle? Then these Wildwood Fire Starters by Wildwood Grilling will make a great gift! Made of 100% natural ingredients, these quick igniting fire starters are made from sustainable wood and pure beeswax to ensure that they are food safe and totally non toxic, perfect to start grills, campfires, fire pits or fireplaces chemical free. Made in the US, each purchase also helps to provide funding for the conservation of bees!

Made from professional grade stainless steel, this National Parks Checklist Insulated Water Bottle by the Parks Project lets you check off all the parks you have explored throughout the country in style! Designed with a rich green color, a straw, double insulation for cold and hot drinks, and to be shatter / leakproof, each water bottle not only is attractive, but also helps donate to the maintenance and conservation of the national parks to ultimately “leave it better than you found it”. 

Bring the national parks to you with these Parks Car Fragrances by Paddywax. In collaboration with and to support the National Park Foundation to protect and conserve US national parks, Paddywax has designed specific fragrances embodying the essence and feelings of major national parks such as the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Glacier, Olympic and Redwood. These gifts would be awesome stocking stuffers or even included with the National Parks Checklist Insulated Water Bottle above! 

Lastly, but certainly not least, gift this Huipil Luggage Tag by Casa De Los Gigantes to all your jet setting friends! Designed from the traditionally embroidered cotton garments (huipiles) of the villages of Guatemala, Casa de Los Gigantes seeks to create modern designs with ancestral techniques and elements while providing financial stability and artisanal training to local communities. Huipiles are typically handmade and now have the ability to be upcycled through these gorgeous luggage tags to bring new life to these garments all while distinguishing your baggage and brightening your journey!