Select The Best Gifts That Give Back
If there's anything that magnifies a gift, it's selecting gifts that give back. While you're already being thoughtful by choosing something well-made and meaningful to commemorate an occasion for someone, you can amplify the good you do when you shop with real generosity in your heart. Look for gifts available only at Pottery Barn that offer a return to a cause that's near and dear to your heart.
How to Find Gifts for A Cause
Sometimes, finding gifts for a cause requires that you choose your gifts wisely. You're already making great decisions by considering upscale gifts like marble serving pieces or plush bathrobes. Now, maximize the impact by making sure you only shop for gifts that give back.
- Browse beautiful presents to discover tokens of your affection that would represent your generosity, anyway. Fringed blankets, framed artwork, leather travel kits and more are all things to make a loved one smile.
- Consider what really matters when choosing gifts. It's important to nurture your relationships with well-timed gifts. Take the idea a little further by seeing how your everyday actions can do good in ways you might not have considered before.
- Let your friend know about the bonus gift within a gift. Knowing their special day or milestone contributed to the greater good adds another layer to the reasons to celebrate.
Presenting Unique Gifts to Those You Love
Giving gifts that keep giving going is already a unique gift in and of itself. Your generosity becomes even more remarkable when your friend or family member realized what a lovely object you've wrapped for them in the first place.
- If your friend loves to host parties or a hostess gift is why you're selecting a present in the first place, shop gorgeous housewares, like platters, trays or boards.
- For a close relationship, like a family member or longtime best friend, jewelry boxes become significant and memorable. Add initials or fill boxes with delicate jewelry to make a serious splash.
- Get gifts made to foster relaxation, like robes, essential oils or lotions. Adding experiential elements to presents makes them meaningful.
When To Give Gifts That Give Back
Every gift is an opportunity to show how much you care--for the recipient and the cause your gift supports--but some opportunities are too good to pass up.
- If you've recently been touched by a cause, a gift that gives back can help you feel good about contributing regularly and in different, novel ways that are sustainable for you and your cause.
- When your friend or loved one has been touched by a cause, let them know you feel empathy and care for their situation with a thoughtful gift.
- Many people are naturally charitable and are always happy to hear that you used their occasion as a practical opportunity for giving. This could be a wedding, anniversary party, housewarming or birthday.
As you make a habit of it, see if you inspire others to be equally powerful in their giving.