Join GreenSmartGifts in Eco-Friendly Charitable Giving
All proceeds from our “100% to Charity” program go to making a better world. That's GreenSmart Giving!
When you make a purchase from this section you are not only getting unique gifts that are eco-friendly but you are also giving back to others in our neighborhood and worldwide; 100% of the proceeds from these sales will go to various charities as follows:
Amani Beads
Made from the clay of Mt. Kenya, these beads have been shaped, painted and fired by the women of Kazuri Beads, a fair trade company in Kenya. These less-than-perfect beads have been donated by Kazuri and have been brought to the U.S. and crafted into a line of jewelry and picture frames by volunteer Amani artists. All of the profits go back to Kenya to care for orphaned babies at New Life Home Trust. As you adorn your home or wear your Amani beads, be warmed by the knowledge that some accessories are necessary. You’ve joined hands with women across the world to care for children even more beautiful than the beads.
Lily Flo’s Pop-Tab Earrings
The famous Lakewood summer service camp, H20, doesn't over-exaggerate with their motto “Help to Others”. They do an awesome job with their campers and they teach the importance of helping and bettering the community and on top of that, helping others as well. H2o volunteers at the Cleveland Foodbank, the Ronald McDonald House and at nursing homes. H20 campers makes crafts for the Lakewood Arts Festival, puts on recycling skits for pre-schoolers and gardens for seniors. H20 campers also collect pop-tabs and recycles them at a metal scrap yard. All proceeds are donated to the Ronald McDonald House which really helps the kids and families. To raise awareness of H20 and the Ronald McDonald House, Lily Pollack, a Lakewood teen, created these earrings. Fifty percent of the profits are donated to the H20 camp. That gives back to the community!
Handmade Puzzle Pin
50% of proceeds go to Transitional Housing, Inc. (THI), 50% goes to the resident of the shelter who crafted the art work. THI is a Cleveland, Ohio organization that works to end the cycle of homelessness by providing women who are homeless with a safe environment, programs and services that promote self-sufficiency and independence.
Repurposed Vases/Objects
100% of proceeds goes to KIVA an organization that provides micro loans to entrepreneurs in developing countries empowering them to provide a better life for themselves and their families. All objects are found items (destined for the trash) that are repurposed in sand plaster and embellished to create unique, useful objects.
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Mary Ann Bags
Green Smart Gifts celebrates MaryannBags’ commitment to helping the distant organizations meet their charitable goals. Maryann works with the India Gospel League to bring hope and a vision of economic empowerment to over 3,000 women in impoverished villages and prisons in Southeast India. These women will earn above fair wages producing MaryannBags. Profits from MaryannBags' Phillipine-inspired line of products goes directly supports missionary work there. And a new partnership is in the works with Haven of Rest in Akron, Ohio. From discarded home decor fabrics to designer MessengerBags, the women of Harvest Home will be empowered to rebuild their homes.
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Recycled Glass
Recycled Glass is part of St. Vincent de Paul's (Eugene, Oregon) strategic recycling initiative for a healthier community. All of Recycled Glass' profits assist homeless and low-income people through emergency services, housing, jobs, training, and other charitable endeavors.
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