Giving that changes lives: the ethical holiday gifts helping humanity with each purchase
Global News
Canadians have the opportunity to help the rest of the world get vaccinated with a unique online gift option from UNICEF.
As the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic comes to a close, British Columbians are considering ethical holiday gift ideas that not only support local businesses but also give humanity a hand up, and even save lives.
At Found Boutique in New Westminster, shoppers are choosing local products and helping change people’s lives with every purchase.
“You’re giving back to the community by having your stuff in here,” said S and K Collective founder Sam Sinclair.
As a Union Gospel Mission social enterprise, the store sells donated consignment items while showcasing the work of some thirty Canadian artisans including Sinclair, who owns an Indigenous and inclusive clothing business.
“You’re not just throwing your money at a big brand,” Sinclair told Global News.
“You’re thinking about where it’s going and how it’s affecting things in the world, people, everything.”
100 per cent of Found’s net revenue goes back into the community to help fund UGM social programs that support those struggling with poverty or addiction.
“To help other people exit homelessness, help other people enter treatment recovery programs,” said UGM spokesperson Nicole Mucci.