I've been loving the idea of giving gifts that give back. Whether it's making a donation to something in someone else's name, or buying a pair of TOMS. With awareness of more and more issues in our world, it seems like the options for d0-good gifts are on the rise. So instead of the ever-popular Starbucks gifts cards, I want to try and give gifts that support worthy causes and raise awareness. Ever Heard of Krochet Kids? I like 'em! Here's their spiel:
Buy a hat. Change a life.
As their website states:
Mission: To empower people to rise above poverty.
Vision: To create sustainable economic development programs that support holistic growth of individuals and communities within developing nations.
Values: People: We desire holistic freedom for our people to grow and enrich their lives physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our Product: We believe in quality, handmade products that not only bring comfort and style, but serve as a vehicle for social change. Love: We believe actions rooted in love bring lasting and powerful change. Our model for love is that of the ultimate servant: Jesus. (!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
The Krochet Kids are a group of 3 friends who spent their college summers doing volunteer work in various developing nations. The trio desired to see Northern Uganda "transformed by hook and yarn." They eventually found themselves siting in the home of a group of Ugandan women, bags full of yarn to offer to them. They taught them how to crochet hats and other items. Now, over 100 people go to their compound in Northern Uganda daily to create and "rewrite their stories for the better."
