[vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Here at DonorLynk, we are pretty much split 50/50 between two holiday present buying strategies. In one camp, there are the really “on it” staff members, who have all their Christmas shopping finished by December 1st.
Then there’s the other group.
We’re the ones who wait until a few days before Christmas before frantically signing up for that free trial of Amazon Prime just so we can get all the necessary shopping done before December 24th.
Luckily, we’ve discovered the solution to our gift-giving struggles. Since we’re incredibly passionate about helping nonprofits thrive, we realized that one of the ways we can show our support is through purchasing products that are designed to help nonprofits succeed. That’s why we created this gift guide— to highlight some of our favorite organizations that are working to make a difference in their local and global communities.
Although this guide features gifts made in Nashville (after all, we love supporting our city!), the products are all available online, so you can purchase them wherever you live. So whether you’re looking to finish up your shopping, or if you haven’t started, we’ve got the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
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For the Amateur Chef:
CSA subscription
Short for “Community Supported Agriculture,” a CSA is a farming partnership where consumers can support local farms by purchasing a weekly produce box. You’ll be able to help support local agriculture, and get delicious, seasonal produce in the bargain. In Nashville, we love Green Door Gourmet’s program because they also partner with smaller growers. Check your local area for other CSAs— Boxes usually start at $20.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Fashion-Conscious:
FashionABLE apparel
FashionABLE is a Nashville-based design company that works to empower women who are in recovery after battling addiction, depression or homelessness. They support women both in the Nashville community and globally to provide jobs and help them regain purpose in their lives. In addition to scarves, leather goods, and jewelry, FashionABLE also makes a line of party boxes.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7409″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” img_link=”https://livefashionable.com/product/sisay-striped-scarf/”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7416″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” img_link=”http://thistlefarms.org/collections/holiday-2015″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Homebody:
Thistle Farms Holiday Collection
Thistle Farms originally began in 1997, when founder Becca Stevens opened a home for four women who were survivors of trafficking, addiction, and prostitution. Today, the home has not only grown to over 700 women, but Thistle Farms also employs these women to create natural bath and body products that are good for the earth and good for the body. We love their holiday scented collection, available now through the end of the holiday season.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Person who Lives in T-shirts:
Project 615 apparel
Project 615 is a philanthropic t-shirt and apparel company based in Nashville. They partner with Set Free Ministries (also in Nashville), to empower men who are recovering from addiction, homelessness, and mental illness. Since their start in 2010, Project 615 has been able to donate over $55,000 to Set Free Ministries, and the money goes to support housing and rehabilitation. We’re obsessed with their cozy pullovers and of course, their Christmas sweaters![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7415″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” img_link=”http://project615.org/shop-online/ugly-christmas-sweater-black”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7414″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” img_link=”http://www.naturwrk.com/products/womens-grey-bee-tee”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Tree-Hugger:
Naturewrk Bee Tee
Naturewrk is an apparel company committed to using eco-friendly materials. Each item is hand printed in Nashville, and a portion of the proceeds go to conserving the earth. For example, in 2014, proceeds were donated to Xerces society, which (among other things), supports bee health. This year, Naturewrk is planting a tree for every order in 2015.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Decorator:
Nashville Food Project Tea Towels
Beyond simply feeding the hungry, the Nashville Food Project focuses on how food can be a tool for building community through projects like community gardens, food trucks, and their prep kitchen. The commitment to helping people eat fresh and local food also contributes to helping solve other poverty issues in Nashville. These towels are hand-stamped by staff and interns, and features vegetables grown in the gardens.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7413″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” img_link=”http://www.thenashvillefoodproject.org/store/hand-stamped-tea-towels”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7410″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” img_link=”https://squareup.com/market/hsccwow/oz-bag”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Caffeine Addict:
Humphreys Street Coffee
An artisan micro roaster located in South Nashville, Humphreys Street makes delicious coffee and also supports positive mentoring in Nashville. They offer students in the program the opportunity to connect with mentors, and to work for the business. This provides an alternative to the juvenile crime that exists in the neighborhood, and gives students a chance to earn money and learn job skills. Their coffee is all fair trade, and is available in ½ pound and 1 pound bags.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Aspiring Bartender:
Eli Mason Syrups
For anyone who wants to experience being a fancy bartender, Eli Mason makes a variety of handmade cocktail syrups that can help you to make classic drinks, or to create your own. Whether your preference is an old fashioned or a mint julep, Eli Mason has the perfect mixer. They also partner with Second Harvest Food Bank, which works to feed people and solve hunger issues in the Nashville community.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7407″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” img_link=”http://www.elimason.com/shop”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″][image_with_animation image_url=”7412″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]
For the Urban Adventurer:
Subscription to the zoo or a local museum
This holiday season, giving an experience that receivers can enjoy over and over can mean as much as giving a physical gift. A great way to give an experience is to support a local organization with an annual membership. Whether you choose your local zoo, an art museum, or botanical garden, your city is likely to have a membership option that fits. For families in Nashville, we love the Adventure Science Center, but the Frist museum is a great option as well!
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For the Altruist
Of course, the holidays are also a great time to give a donation in someone’s name to their favorite local or global nonprofit. Your contribution can help save wildlife, feed a family, or give people clean water. If you want to give a donation this year, we’ve created an awesome gift card so that you can show people exactly where their gifts are going. Hopefully you now have some ideas to show the people in your life how much you care about them during the holidays.
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