World Vision 2017 Gift Catalog

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Charitable giving is one of the most rewarding actions a person can take. Not only are you helping others, but in a sense, you’re helping yourself too. I know I get a rush knowing I’ve done something for someone else, whether I get credit or not. As great as it would be if everyone gave without expecting or wanting anything in return, life doesn’t always work like that. So, if you or someone you know wants to help others, but would also like to get something in return, World Vision is a great way to do just that.

World Vision has been around for decades, providing much-needed aid to communities around the world. Each year around the holidays they publish a gift catalog with popular gifts you can donate to children and families in need. Some of the most popular gifts are chickens, goats, and medicine. They even offer soccer balls, which may not be a big deal to you, but for children who are on the verge of losing hope, could mean the world.

This year, while you’re shopping for the perfect holiday gifts, why not consider the handcrafted gifts offered by World Vision. When you make a donation you’re not only helping children and families eat and find safe shelter, but you’ll get gorgeous gifts to give (or keep) as well. There’s a large selection to choose from, and the fact that these are fair-trade, handcrafted, and unique make them great for gifting.

World Vision Donate & Receive Items

Reversible Placemats -

With your gift of $95 or more to where most needed – which provides for the unique needs of children and families worldwide – you will receive this lovely set of four reversible placemats. Every placemat is handmade by artisans in Bali using only sustainable materials and recycled fabrics. These Fair Trade artisans utilize the traditions of Balinese craftsmanship while honoring nature with the smallest carbon footprint possible.

Washable cotton. Approximate size: 17.25″ x 13″. Set of four. Each is unique – size and color may vary slightly.

Please note that your gift is tax-deductible, less the fair market value of $35.

Hand-Carved Serving Spoons -

With your gift of $75 or more to where most needed — which provides for the unique needs of children and families worldwide – you will receive this beautiful set of two hand-carved olivewood serving spoons delivered in a gift bag of African fabric hand-sewn by local women. The serving spoons are made to benefit orphans of the Kamba tribe in Kenya. Each one is unique – just like the children they help.

Spoons are approximately 11″ long.

Care for olivewood spoons: Hand-wash and air dry.

When requesting the spoons, please note your gift is tax-deductible less the fair market value of $16.

Kenyan Salad Scoops -

With your gift of $75 or more to where most needed – which provides for the unique needs of children and families worldwide – you will receive this beautiful set of two hand-carved olive wood serving scoops. This set is made by hard-working artisans in Kenya who are raising themselves out of poverty thanks to Fair Trade wages. Each one is unique – just like the children they help.

Approximate dimensions: 7″ x 4″.

Care for olivewood scoops: hand-wash and air dry.

Please note your gift is tax-deductible, less the fair market value of $12.

Upcycled Artisanal Bowl -

With your gift of $135 or more to where most needed – which provides for the unique needs of children and families worldwide – you will receive this stunning bowl 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.

Each is unique – colors and size may vary slightly.

Please note your gift is tax-deductible, less the fair market value of $40.

Organic Coffee Blend -

With your gift of $85 or more to where most needed – which provides for the unique needs of children and families worldwide – you will receive this delicious 12-oz. whole bean coffee set. A true world tour – featuring fair trade coffees from Indonesia, South America, and Africa. This organic blend features a peat flavor with dark chocolate and berry notes. The coffee scoop is hand-carved by artisans in India and doubles as a handy bag clip.

Care for scoop: hand-wash and air dry.

Please note your gift is tax-deductible, less the fair market value of $20.