No matter what you celebrate or who you’re shopping for, these gifts are full of feel-good, planet-friendly vibes! From socks that plant trees to yoga pants made from recycled water bottles, here’s our 2019 gift guide for all of the environmentalists and nature-lovers in your life.
The 2019 ultimate planet-friendly gift guide
Parks Project Beanies & Hats
Share the love for National Parks and the outdoors with these caps and beanies from Parks Project.
And feel extra good knowing your gift gives back to the Earth, as Parks Projects donates to more than 50 nonprofit groups working to protect parks and public lands in the U.S. and Canada.
Stasher Bags
Stasher Bags make snacking eco-conscious and cute! For the friends who are trying to cut back their waste, these little bags will become a go-to before leaving the house. (P.S. They’re dishwasher safe, so no worries about keeping them clean!).
Make a donation in their name
For the person who seems to have everything, consider making a donation in their name to a water fund, an outdoor project, or an environmental mission that’s close to their heart.
Sprout Pencils
Pencils that plant trees? Yes, please! Sprout pencils look like ordinary pencils, but they’re plantable! The perfect stocking stuffer for the writer in your life.
31 Bits Jewelry
Handmade by artisans in Uganda, the sage colored paper beads on this Earth & Light necklace are made with lots of love and thoughtful attention. Looking for earrings and rings? 31 Bits makes tons of gorgeous, ethically-made jewelry.
Yoga Pants made from plastic
Besides being cute, comfortable, and colorful — Girlfriend Collective yoga pants are brilliantly made from old water bottles and recycled fishing nets. Plus, the packaging is 100% recyclable and you’ll even get a cute little reusable pouch with your order.
Socks that Plant Trees
These cozy and cute socks from Conscious Step donate to meaningful causes — from rainforest protection to clean water awareness. And if you’re feeling extra generous, check out the Protect the Plant Gift Box, which features socks that protect oceans, plant trees, and help rainforests.
Mother Earth Glassybaby
Fittingly named Mother Earth, this hand-blown tea light candle holder is full of earth-tones and shimmer. And $3 from every sale is donated to the Glassybaby white light fund to provide hope and healing (the Seattle company was founded by three-time cancer survivor Lee Rhodes and has already donated $10 million to nonprofits).
Bamboo Utensils/Straw
Because everyone needs a bamboo straw and utensil set. Check out our Wholesome Culture bamboo accessories, which bring joy with every sip/bite.
Headbands made of plastic
Plastic bottles have never been snugglier with these cozy winter accessories from Love Your Melon’s Revitalize Collection. The beanies and headbands are soft, sustainable, and support a good cause — Love Your Melon is dedicated to giving a hat to every child battling cancer (and they’ve already given more than 185,000 beanies!).
Save the Coral Reefs Pura Vida Bracelet
This ocean-inspired bracelet raises awareness for coral reefs with just a little help from your wrist! Pura Vida is known for their do-good mission and they donate 10 percent of sales of their Save the Coral Reefs Bracelet to the Coral Reef Alliance.
Lush Charity Pot Lotion
Give the gift of smooth hands with this Lush Charity Pot Lotion. It’s made with a hydrating cocoa butter base and rosewood oils, and Lush donates 100% of the price (minus taxes) to small grassroots organizations working in areas of environmental justice, animal protect and human rights.
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