The last minute gift that beats a Chia pet and helps empower women

It's a horrible feeling-- standing in line at the drugstore with a dented Homer Simpson Chia pet and a Snuggie on Christmas Eve, knowing that Great Aunt Evelyn is going to know you totally spaced on her gift. Luckily, there's another option that doesn't involve long lines or dashing through the snow. You can do it all online, you don't have to wait for shipping, and as an added bonus it's a gift that gives back.

Plus it involves two of our favorite things: jewelry and empowering women.

 

The Relief Bead program by Relief International helps empower impoverished women around the globe through microfinance loans. You donate $35 through the Relief International website and designate your giftee, and the money is donated in his or her name to make the world a better place.

As part of the gift, your recipient will receive a set of Relief Beads handcrafted by women in Darfur. But the best part of the gift is that it continues to do good, as each repaid loan goes toward more loans, changing the lives of women forever.

What a nice message to be able to add inside a card this week, with your loved one knowing the bracelet will arrive in the mail soon. ~Delilah

Visit Relief International to give the gift of a better world.

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