When I was a bride back in 2010 and marrying a non-profit major I had heard of the coolest idea while shopping for my bridesmaid’s gifts — non-profit jewerly that change lives. We had a low budget for the bridesmaid gifts but when scouring the internet I discovered that nice jewelry cost the same whether you are shopping at JCPenny’s or at a non-profit. The perk with the non-profit is that your gift purchase is impacting more people. It’s possible to have your wedding money go toward positive world causes while gifting your friends if you buy from a non-profit. Below are 5 non-profits that have unique creative jewelry that you can gift your bridesmaid to have stellar fun photographs. In the list I included their mission statement and an example from their line of jewelry that I liked.

5 Non-Profit Shops for Bridesmaid’s Gifts

1) Bead for Life  When I was a bride I gifted my bridesmaids necklaces and earrings from this organization. “Our mission is to create sustainable opportunities for women to lift their families out of extreme poverty by connecting people worldwide in a circle of exchange that enriches everyone.” You can request from many colors for your Asali Necklace. Price: $18

2) Stella & Dot “The Stella & Dot Foundation is committed to improving the lives of women and children around the world. 100% of net proceeds will go to our partner charities.” This charity has an array of gorgeous necklaces. My favorites were in the $50 range. This crescent necklace is perfect for a classy simple look. Price: $39

3) Shopping For A Change  Their mission: “Shopping for a Change® assists indigenous artisans from impoverished communities in raising their standards of living; subsidizes community improvement projects abroad and U.S. based charitable organizations; and further encourages a sense of social consciousness amongst consumers. How do we do this?” The Tagua Mozaic Necklace is the perfect “natural-looking” statement for your bridesmaids. Price $30

4) Ten Thousand Villages  “Our Mission: Ten Thousand Villages’ mission is to create opportunities for artisans in developing countries to earn income by bringing their products and stories to our markets through long-term fair trading relationships.” This rich blue Oceanic Echoes Necklace is gorgeous. This necklace was made from shells. Price: $34

5) Serrv “Mission Statement: SERRV is a nonprofit organization with a mission to eradicate poverty wherever it resides by providing opportunity and support to artisans and farmers worldwide.” This Sibuyan Sea Capiz Necklace is perfect for that yellow bridesmaid’s dress. Price: $21.25

[Note: Pictures taken from the non-profit’s shops.]

Shop for a cause while purchasing your bridesmaid’s gifts.

If you decide to choose a non-profit from this list, which one did you choose and why? Do you know of other non-profits that sell jewerly for a cause? Please list them below to help other future brides.