Break tradition this year with World Vision Alternative Gifts. Need to start something new this holiday season? I'm with you; that's why I love the World Vision gift catalog.
The holidays can get draining after a while. Don't get me wrong; I love to give, but I get tired of people asking me what I want. This year, what I want is for others to give in my place.
World Vision Alternative Gifts
What do I mean by that? Well, I would like for the people who love me the most to buy me a gift that gives to people who need more than I do.
There are so many individuals in this world in greater need than I am, especially children. So if anyone reading this would like to purchase a gift for me, please take a look at what the World Vision catalog has to offer. The 2016 World Vision Gift Catalog contains more than 250 poverty-fighting gifts, ranging in price from $16 to $39,000, that improve the quality of life for struggling children and families in the U.S. and around the world.
In my honor, or the honor of someone you love you can donate animals, medical care, education and so much more.
World Vision Alternative Gifts: Hand Crafted Gifts
If you don't feel comfortable doing that and you feel like you need more than a certificate to hand over to the one's you love this Christmas but still want to make an impact then maybe handcrafted gifts are a better option for you!
This year I had the opportunity to preview some of the handcrafted gifts for myself and I have to say they are beautiful and will make amazing gifts!
World Vision Alternative Gifts: For The Home
Tree of Life Votive Holder – This lovely votive holder is handmade from cast-off materials. Artisans in India work hard to raise themselves out of poverty and help light the way for their children’s education. $65
Upcycled Artisanal Bowl – This stunning bowl is up-cycled from reclaimed industrial waste such as wires and metal. Artisans in India have hand bent and soldered each piece into inspirational shapes to create this artistic and elaborate bowl that is great as a decorative piece or to hold special items. $135
History’s First Coffee Blend – Citrus and chocolate pair up in this 10-ounce whole bean blend of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and Sumatra Permata Gayo coffees from farmers who are overcoming poverty with their earnings. An olive wood scoop and African bag complete the package. $75
World Vision Alternative Gifts: For Your Closet
Turquoise Medallion Necklace – Handmade by families in Delhi, this brightly beaded medallion necklace adds a bold pop of color to any outfit. $75
Royal Silk Scarf – This gorgeous silk scarf adds color to the holidays and supports the needs of children and families worldwide. The luxurious silk is woven by Vietnam’s Ma Chau villagers, who receive sustainable income through their craft. $95
Silver Vines Cuff: Women and girls will love wearing this elegant adjustable silver cuff bracelet designed by artisans in Old Delhi, India, and decorated with an intricately laced vine pattern. Each bracelet supports their families through fair trade practices. $85
Since 1996, the World Vision Gift Catalog has grown in popularity as a gift-giving alternative. Last year alone, more than 650,000 people were helped through funds generated by the Catalog. As you can see World Vision alternative gifts are making a big impact!
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To help spread the word about World Vision alternative gifts we are hosting a giveaway! You can win a box full of all of the gifts I've shared in today's post! How awesome is that?! Enter below:
Brigitte Bauman
Clean Water Fund
Melissa T
The Mango Wood Beaded Bracelet is gorgeous.
Gina N.
Clean water and medical care are most beneficial to someone's life.
Amber Normandin
Clean water for sure. But also education is so important too.
heather
I think clean water and medical care make the most difference.
Diana Smith Hill
Medical care and clean water make the biggest difference, that and food to eat.
amanda whitley
i think they all are really awesome gifts..if i was gifting one it would be the clothing for Children
Starla
This is so, so awesome. I think clean water should be for everyone and I think it would make a huge difference!
Julie
Clean water!!
Melanie Huttner
Medical care and clean water
Tabathia B
Clean water and then medical care
Sarah Hayes
I think giving access to clean water makes a lot of difference.
Dawn Monroe
What a unique and life changing way to give. I especially like the farm animal gifts because it would provide nutrition and peace of mind for years.
paula brown
Clean Water and Medical Care.
Dina Lindquist
Medical care and clean water can greatly improve lives.
Tina W
I know clean water is necessary for life but the Safety for a Formerly Exploited Child tugs at my heartstrings.
Kelly Tupick
I think the gift of clean water would impact anyone's life greatly.
Ty
The gift giving of clean water.
darla
Vietnamese silk scarf
clynsg
Clean water is a first step in improving multiple lives.
Barbara R.
Handcrafted Gifts - like Silver Vines Cuff - This stunning piece is the result of once-mistreated jewelry makers banding together to support their families through fair trade practices.
Denise L
I think the Education for Girls would have the greatest impact on a person.
Terra Heck
I think the $60 gift donation towards Three Solar Lanterns makes a good impact. Thanks.
Tiffiny Duke
Lately my heart and soul has been with the abandoned animals. Love my doggies with all my heart and they are my best friends. Great to see this website for helping others.
jeremy
medical care and clean water
Lauren
I think clean water makes a huge impact.
Kelly D
I think the gift of clean water makes the biggest difference.
Rosanne
I believe in Resources for U.S. teachers as they are responsible for our future
Tony Cruz
Capiz Shell Windchime would bring nature's music ???
carol clark
SILVER VINES CUFF
nikki sharma
organic coffee blend
wendi
i would say a hand made craft or clean water
Elena
The gift of clean water
Shawna
I love the Vietnamese Silk Scarf! I think helping children and adults with disabilities if makes the most difference. People with disabilities have unique issues and needs on top of everything else that need to be addressed to help them survive and live life the best they can. I'd love to contribute financially and by purchasing a gift.
Rachel
I think the gift of clean water makes the most difference in someone else's life.
Julie Wood
The gift of giving clean water because without clean water life is terrible!
Mindi Eden
Investing in Education has long-term benefits!
Kathy
Clean water and medicare
katherine
Clean water would be my choice
Nancy W.
A gift of animals has the potential to be a lasting gift!
Karen W
Education.
sarah
clean water
shelly peterson
Food and medicine is a pretty good gift that would make a difference
Rust
I think the $480 WORTH OF MEDICINES could make a world of difference.
Fawn Bowden
I think one of the animals gifts is the best because they get experience of raising and caring for an animals, as well as all the products the animals give us.
latanya
CAPIZ SHELL WINDCHIME
Sherry Lilly
Medical care where needed
Polly Hall
Donating Animals I feel is the best gift. Our family has done this a few times at Christmas.
Candace Galan
I love the mango wood beaded bracelet, but I think they would all make a difference, not really sure.
Candice
I love the Upcycled Artisanal Bowl. Such a good cause and great idea.
Gabrielle
The gifts for Girls and Women seem to me to be so sorely needed.