Who are you shopping for this season?

• Quick—I need a gift for my neighbor/co-worker/child’s bus driver!

  Quick—I need a gift for my neighbor/co-worker/child’s bus driver!

  Small treats, big impact

  We hear you. You need something small that you can pick up on your weekly grocery run. Something that’s tasteful without breaking the budget. There are LOTS of Fairtrade chocolate options that fit the bill, and we’ve thrown in a few Fairtrade coffees for your consideration, to boot. Plus, these consumables are a lever of change for a fairer world! 

  Let's explore some options:

  • Tony’s Chocolonely: You can find a bevy of Tony’s Chocolonely treats at Walmart and CVS. Their bright packaging is basically wrapping paper already, so add a bow and call it a day.
  • Hu Kitchen: Hu Kitchen chocolate bars are available at Target, Kroger, Walmart and Whole Foods Market. These fantastic finds are rich with goodness and free from: refined sugar, cane sugar, sugar alcohols, erythritol, soy, gluten, palm oil, lecithins and emulsifiers. 
  • Moser Roth: At ALDI you’ll find an assortment of Moser Roth bars made possible by the labor and knowledge of Fairtrade cocoa farmers.
  • Divine Chocolate: Picking up some prescriptions at Rite Aid? Keep your eye out for Divine! At Divine, cocoa farmers are co-owners of the chocolate bar business. The profit sharing that results from this co-ownership structure increases available resources for farmers to invest in their own families, farms and communities. 
  • Coffee, coffee, coffee: Make your way over to the coffee aisle of Trader Joe’s and keep an eye out for three organic, Fairtrade coffee options that range in price from $6.99 to $8.99: Five Country Blend, Shade Grown Ethiopian and Sumatra. 
• My partner/parent/best friend is *so* hard to gift. What now?

  My partner/parent/best friend is *so* hard to gift. What now?

  Fairtrade subscriptions

  Wouldn’t it be a delight to receive in the mail every month a new installment of Fairtrade goodness? We think so, too. Consider gifting a Fairtrade scubscription! It's truly the gift that keeps on giving, and you’ve got a host of fantastically fun options to choose from (i.e. coffee, tea, cashews and even socks!), with lots of opportunities for customization.

  Explore the possibilities!

• I don't just want to give a thing--I want to share an experience.

  I don't just want to give a thing--I want to share an experience.

  Give the gift of time shared together

  Thoughtful gifts are good for people and planet. Here are a few ideas for your consideration.

  • For your vegan friend who tops every meal with a sprinkling of nutritional yeast: Crack open your cookbook and plan a special pasta dinner featuring NOOCH IT! (dairy-free cashew cheese). This delicious, grated-style topping features a blend of Fairtrade cashews, nutritional yeast, hemp seeds and spices, elevating every dish of your choice.
  • For your Brooklyn vinyl DJ cousin: Start with a bag of Fairtrade beans from Three Keys Coffee (and be sure that they follow the QR code on the bag–it will lead them to a curated playlist custom to that roast!). Then, pick out a beanie from Terra Thread. And don’t forget to set a time and date to catch up with a leisurely conversation over a good cup of coffee.
  • For the kiddos in your life who love all of the animals: Invite your favorite wee-ones to the zoo (or the aquarium, or the natural history museum) and pack a snack from Endangered Species Chocolate for your adventure–the inside of their wrappers include fun facts about animals, so it can even be a teachable moment (and it’s never too early to start talking about trade justice…just sayin’!). You can buy Endangered Species Chocolate online or at a retailer near you!
  • For your stylin' sibling who detests fast fashion: In the words of Fairtrade brand partner, Kowtow, “Wear nature. Not plastic.” Kowtow is a seed-to-garment brand, made entirely from 100% Fairtrade certified organic cotton, and their full line-up of apparel offerings is exceptionally chic. We suggest a gift card followed by a night out on the town sporting their wardrobe’s newest addition.
  • For the old soul who loves a jigsaw puzzle: Pop over to Costco to pick up Belgian Hot Chocolate Drops from Belvas. Then put on the kettle (or warm up the milk of your choosing) and pull out the jigsaw puzzle so you and your dear one can enjoy a gentle time together.