Purchase with purpose this holiday season.
This year, we could all use a little more compassion. For loved ones, for strangers, for people whose lives are connected to ours, even if simply through the products we buy. We don’t know what the new year will bring, but this year has brought us back to the heart of the holiday season: to embrace the power in the simplest acts of care and kindness.
Why not opt for sustainable holiday gifts that make a positive impact? By choosing Fair Trade Certified™ products, you’re not only giving thoughtful presents but also supporting the well-being and livelihoods of workers, supporting fair and responsible business, and sharing these values with your loved ones. This sustainable holiday gift guide features something for everyone on your list, including options that support small businesses, businesses with diverse ownership, and women-owned businesses. You’ll even find affordable and eco-conscious choices.
Shop by Category: Clothing | Hats & Bags | Home Goods | Health & Beauty | Chocolates | Coffee, Tea & Spirits | For Kids | Baking & Cooking
Clothing Gift Ideas
Who doesn’t love a gift that supports a good night’s sleep? Coyuchi’s Isla Organic Cotton Pajama Set is made from organic cotton. Designed to be lightweight and breathable, this long sleeve top and pants features a percale weave.
Soft, cushioned, and made with organic cotton, this eye mask helps block out light for easy rest at home or on the go. View Coyuchi’s Cloud Soft Organic Sateen Eye Mask.
A flattering faux wrap with timeless style, this dress is easy to dress up or down and designed with comfort in mind. View Pact’s Fit & Flare Wrap Dress.
Wrap up warm, and responsibly, with this elevated take on a classic zip-hoodie from Pact. It’s made with a soft, organic cotton brushed inside and a smooth outside for a cozy but breathable feel.
Aventura’s Eden Turtleneck is an ethical and modern take on a classic style. Made from organic cotton and in a Fair Trade Certified factory in India, this top is available in a variety of colors.
For ski days or winter hikes, this REI Co-op Midweight long-sleeve base layer top provides streamlined warmth and moisture-wicking comfort.
Lightweight, warm, and made to last, Patagonia’s Nano Puff Jacket combines recycled materials and is made in a Fair Trade Certified factory. Suit up for your adventure – rain or shine.
Polished enough for work and comfortable enough for anywhere, Eileen Fisher’s Washable Flex Ponte Straight Pant is simple and streamlined.
Madewell’s classic work shirt comes in a brushed herringbone fabric and features corozo buttons. Complete with a curved hem, it looks great tucked or untucked.
Hats & Bags
The Zem Mini Backpack is small but mighty, making it the perfect everyday pack. It offers durability and organizational features needed for school, work or outdoor activities.
A durable, go-anywhere backpack made from 100% recycled nylon—perfect for daily commutes or outdoor adventures. View the Rover Pack Classic.
A tote-inspired getaway bag, perfect for weekend excursions. View Cotopaxi’s Viaje 35L Weekender Bag.
This is a gift for the person who is always on the go! Peak Design’s Travel Backpack 30L is Fair Trade Certified and 100% carbon neutral. It can be used for everyday use or traveling; it meets international carry-on size requirements in expanded (33L) and compressed (27L) form.
Featuring a brim made with 100% recycled fishing nets, Patagonia’s closer-fitting, low-crown trucker hat has an organic cotton front, a recycled polyester mesh back, and an adjustable snap closure.
Whether you’re chilling by the campsite in June or sledding in December, this classic beanie is a versatile option, made from 100% recycled material.
Keep your hair (and sweat) in order during windy hikes and chilly climbs with the Satoro Headband. Made with a blend of Merino wool and plant fibers.
Home Goods
These Coyuchi Air Weight Towels are loomed from long loops of pure organic cotton. Available in a variety of colors and sizes: hand towels, bath towels, guest towels, washcloths, and more!
Bring cozy woodland charm to any bedroom with this woven bed sheet set made from 100% cotton percale.
Light up the night! These tapered lantern frames are made from mild steel and sheet glass with a powder coated finish.
This plush, organic-cotton waffle blanket from Boll & Branch is made with long-staple organic cotton threads in their proprietary interlocking weave
Deck the mantel with whimsy! These stockings showcase playful animal silhouettes, adding festive fun and cozy style to your holiday décor.
Shopping for any whiskey or wine fans? West Elm has striking glass decanters available in two styles.
Elevate your sanctuary with this soft velvet duvet cover and shams set, delivering timeless elegance for a cozy sleep space.
These elegant linen towels combine refined texture with timeless detailing. Each set features a subtle double hemstitch border.
Health & Beauty
This multitasking body scrub from Conscious Coconut is made in small batches with a blend of shea butter & coconut oil.
Did you know 75% of e.l.f. Beauty products are manufactured in a Fair Trade Certified factory? Whether you’re looking for a single stocking stuffer or want to put together a gift basket filled with beauty products, e.l.f. offers a variety of ethically sourced products you can feel good about giving. You can start with this Liquid Poreless Putty Primer, a lightweight, liquid primer intended to grip makeup and give a poreless-looking finish.
Perfect for the traveler or self-care minimalist, this 5-piece skincare set includes e.l.f. Beauty’s fan-favorite vegan and cruelty-free essentials — all made in a Fair Trade Certified factory to support ethical, feel-good beauty on the go.
Looking for an ultra-glossy tinted lip oil that nourishes, hydrates and enhances your lips’ natural color? Check out e.l.f’s Glow Reviver Lip Oil.
This Badger Lip Balm is made from a base of extra virgin olive oil and beeswax layered with Fair Trade Certified cocoa butter.
Another Fair Trade Certified lip balm option from is Kroger’s Simple Truth Organic™ Moisturizing Lip Balm Variety Pack featuring strawberry lavender, honey vanilla, and rosemary mint.
Chocolate
Lake Champlain Chocolates is a multi-generational, family business based in Vermont. The Holiday Candy Bar Pack contains: a classic dark chocolate bar, a milk chocolate bar, and a dark chocolate bar with peppermint candy cane pieces.
Lake Champlain’s Hot Chocolate Sampler contains three flavors: traditional, mocha, and spicy aztec. All contain Fair Trade Certified ingredients and are vegan-friendly.
Cookies All the Way from Chuao Chocolatier blends buttery sugar‑cookie dough bites with milk chocolate and sprinkles, making it a perfect “stocking stuffer‑meets‑dessert” gift. Check out all their other holiday flavor selections, including gingerbread, peppermint, and more!
A holiday‑gift‑perfect sampler featuring five of Unreal’s vegan‑friendly chocolate treats—peanut butter cups, almond butter cups, coconut bars, peanut gems, and crispy quinoa gems.
Coffee, Tea, and Spirits
Flor de Caña is the world’s first spirit to be carbon neutral and Fair Trade Certified. It hails from a distillery that is five miles away from San Cristóbal Volcano in Nicaragua, and comes from a family-owned business now in its fifth generation.
Co-founders, Pernell & Rod, created BLK & Bold Specialty Beverages with the desire to unite coffee and tea lovers worldwide through a common interest of investing in community, specifically for the youth. BLK & Bold not only offers Fair Trade Certified coffees, it also pledges 5% of its gross profits to nonprofit organizations across America that are aligned with supporting childrens’ well-being. Find BLK & Bold coffee.
A bold coffee gift pack that delivers three fan‑favorite roasts in one box: a Medium Roast, a Dark Roast, and an Espresso Roast. Whether they’re exploring different tastes or just jumping between mugs, this bundle gives variety and conscientious brewing in one.
Each Equator Coffees subscription includes a rotating monthly selection of coffees for 3 months, curated by expert roasters. You can choose between three options: coffee blends, espressos, and single origin selects.
From the makers of Honest Ice Tea, Just Ice Tea is crafted with organic, Fair Trade Certified tea leaves and ingredients. The Just Ice Tea Organic Iced Tea, 16 Fl Oz Glass Bottles Variety Pack comes in 6 flavors.
Featuring an assortment of festive blends in a variety of caffeine levels, the Numi Holiday Tea Variety Pack has something for everyone at your gathering.
For Kids
Everyday play just got more comfortable — these kids’ sweatpants are made from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton, feature a soft brushed interior and pull-on design for easy dressing.
Little one will love to make a big splash with a whimsical towel featuring Bluey and Bingo. Great for beach, bath and pool, the cotton velour hooded towel offers a soft feel, great absorbency and lovable style.
Senda’s futsal balls and available in sizes for all ages: size 2 (ages 7 and under), size 3 (8-12 years old), and size 4 (13 and up).
Mightly’s two-piece pajamas are designed with little ones in mind: made from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton, sewn in Fair Trade Certified factories, and finished with pre-shrunk, snug-fit styling.
A festive wall-hanging menorah crafted from soft felt with interactive pieces. This playful, modern take on a holiday staple blends decorative charm with the joy of participation.
Crafted of 100% recycled polyester yarn, this beanie features fun animal patterns to keep little heads warm. Made in a Fair Trade Certified factory.
Elevate your children’s winter adventures with waterproof Timber Mountain pants for Kids from REI Co-Op! They have a microfleece lining, internal gaiters to keep out the snow, and a waist adjustment to refine fit and allow for growth.
Baking & Cooking
‘Tis the season for baking and cookingcomfort foods that bring families and friends around a table to share old memories and create new ones. As you’re shopping at your local grocery store for ingredients to make your favorite holiday foods, keep an eye out for the Fair Trade Certified label on baking products, produce, seafood, and more!
Here are just a few of the many Fair Trade Certified options out there.
Guide to Ethical and Sustainable Gifting
Choosing sustainable presents can be a meaningful way to show care and appreciation, but it can also be an opportunity to make a positive impact. Explore these tips on selecting thoughtful presents that align with your values. Whether you’re looking to support fair labor practices, reduce environmental impact, or simply give more mindfully, this guide will help you make choices that are good for both people and the planet.
What is an Ethical Gift or Conscious Gifting?
An ethical gift, also referred to as conscious or mindful gifting, is a present that considers the recipient, the environment, and the broader community. These gifts are produced and sourced in a way that aligns with ethical principles, such as fair labor practices, environmental sustainability, cruelty-free processes, support social causes, ensure fair wages for workers, and minimize environmental impact.
How Do You Choose and Give Sustainable Holiday Gifts?
To choose sustainable holiday gifts, you can shop Fair Trade Certified products online or visit a store near you and look for the Fair Trade Certified label. Otherwise, you should consider:
- Production Methods: Choose products from companies that prioritize environmental responsibility and ethical practices. This includes businesses that use eco-friendly production methods, pay fair wages, and maintain safe working conditions for their employees.
- Longevity and Reusability: Select gifts that have a long lifespan or are reusable, reducing the need for frequent replacement. Reusable gifts like water bottles, shopping bags, or bamboo utensils are great options as they help minimize waste and encourage sustainable habits.
- Supporting Local: Supporting local artisans and businesses is another way to gift sustainably. Buying locally made products can reduce transportation emissions, support local economies, and often involve less packaging. This choice not only benefits the environment but also strengthens community ties.
- Reusable: Consider gifts that are reusable, such as water bottles, coffee cups, straws, or travel utensils. These can reduce the use of single-use items and save money in the long run.
- Wrapping: Consider using more eco-friendly wrapping options, such as newspaper or beeswax wraps. Newspaper is recyclable, and beeswax wraps can be reused in the kitchen.
For the person who has it all
Make a gift in honor or memory of a loved one this holiday season and donate to Fair Trade USA. Your donation helps Fair Trade workers around the world build better lives for their families, support their communities, and protect the environment.