Mothers Day is coming up and moms are all about giving so this year, why not give her a gift that does double duty and also helps out a cause that she cares about? Plus, it'll let her know that not only did she raise a perfect angel, she raised a socially responsible perfect angel. All moms love extras like that when it comes to bragging rights with their friends.
Moms love a good conversation piece and this one will give her a story she can tell for years to come. MEND purses are handmade by formerly abducted women in Uganda and your purchase helps them support their families. To order, visit store.invisiblechildren.com/mendbags. Fingers crossed that she'll talk about this bag next time she mentions you to someone instead of telling that story about the time you got gum stuck in your hair when you were 7.
If either you or your mom are friends to those with four legs, checkout www.petamall.com. From fine (and organic!) wine, to movies, music, bath products, and art, there’s something for everymom. We love the teacup above by Daisy Dog Studio. Five percent of all sales are donated to PETA.
If she’s a tad traditional and appreciates the annual flowers, organicbouquet.com, the Internet’s first socially and environmentally responsible florist, delivers overnight anywhere in the US and offers beautiful, eco-friendly flowers, gorgeous gourmet chocolate (like the ganache above), plants, handcrafted artisan vases and more.
Have a mother that’s all about jewelry? The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network has a collection of beautiful bracelets (and other trinkets), the proceeds from which fund vital research to find treatments and cures. Choose one here.
For many of us, moms included, breast cancer is cause that’s near and dear. Sites like shopkomen.com have tons of mom-friendly gifts, all bearing that familiar pink ribbon that lets mom know you thought of her, and all of the women she cares about. We love the lavender candle above.
Also check out www.giftback.com. Ten percent of all purchases are donated to the charity of your choice!
