9 Amazing Gifts That Give Back to Badass Causes

Let's face it: holiday shopping is tough. Finding that perfect present is time-consuming and frustrating if you don't know where to start. The Fem Word has you covered with these lovely gifts that give back to badass causes including environmental conservation, human rights, animal welfare, and more!

Charity Pot body lotion by Lush - $7.95/1.7 oz. or $9.95/4.2 oz. bar

As Lush’s “philanthropic skin softener,” Charity Pot pulls double duty. A self-preserving, vegan body lotion available in both a potted cream formula and a limited edition packaging-free bar, this product moisturizes and soothes your skin with ingredients like fair trade shea butter and moringa oil. Lush also donates 100% of your purchase of this product (minus taxes) to small grassroots organizations working toward environmental conservation, animal welfare, and human rights. Plus it smells amazing.

Jenny Cuff by FEED - $48

FEED creates wonderful, artisan products designed to help feed the world and break the cycle of poverty by fighting child malnutrition. FEED’s gorgeous brass Jenny Cuff is artisan-made in Kenya and features painted wooden beads in two colors (blush and berry). Each cuff sold provides 25 school meals to help children learn, grow, and thrive. Perfect for any badass’ wrist!

Femme Extraordinaire Pouch by FEED - $38

FEED’s stylish, limited edition Femme Extraordinaire canvas pouch was designed in collaboration with Garance Doré, Chief Creative Officer of Atelier Doré. This lovely pouch provides 25 school meals to children around the world facing hunger… and serves to remind who receives this gift that they are an extraordinary badass.

Matilda Tote Bag by Out of Print - $20

Out of Print is on a mission to spread the joy of reading by transforming your favorite tomes into nerdy, stylish apparel, accessories, and housewares. With every purchase, Out of Print donates books, aids literacy programs around the world, and supports the authors, publishers, and artists who breathe new life into iconic works.

This fantastic Matilda Tote Bag and Harry Potter-inspired relaxed fit tee are the perfect gifts for any badass reader on your holiday list!

Books Turn Muggles into Wizards t-shirt by Out of Print - $30, sizes XS-3X

Mitra Jogger by Sudara - $59, sizes S-XL

Sudara is an incredible organization that supports job creation and skills training for women in India who are at risk or survivors of sex trafficking. Sudara creates partnerships with sewing centers to help women find freedom and confidence through living-wage employment. Their Punjammies, robes, and slouch pants are proudly made in India, and each style is named in honor of a woman survivor. The Mitra Jogger pants are so cute (and have POCKETS) and will make any badass’ weekend lounging all the more comfortable.

Brave Plate Necklace by Sudara - $50

Sudara teamed up with Milxiply to create their Brave Plate Necklace, which is handmade by artisans in Nepal. This piece is a must-have and sure to spark many conversations whenever you wear it. Available in brass and silver-plated nickel finishes.

Focus Eyeshadow Palette by Thrive Causemetics - $36

After losing her best friend Kristy to cancer, entrepreneur Karissa Bodnar set out to create her own beauty brand in Kristy’s honor to empower women and help them thrive. For every product purchased, Thrive Causemetics donates another to a woman in need and delivers funds and services to support women and the families, defend animal welfare, and promote the health and wellness of the planet. Thrive Causemetics products also are vegan, 100% cruelty-free, and free of parabens and sulfates. No guilt whatsoever!

Their Focus Eyeshadow Palette, available in three color schemes, features four richly-pigmented, water-resistant shadows that elevate any look, day or night.

Glossy Lip Hydrating Serum by Thrive Causemetics - $26

The Glossy Lip Hydrating Serum packs the color of a lipstick and the shine of a gloss into a creamy, lightweight, and long-wearing formula perfect for any occasion (minus that annoying gloss stickiness!).

With these gifts that give back to badass causes, go forth and do some good this holiday season.

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