Mother’s day is right around the corner… So this year, why not give your mother a gift that keeps on giving?  Here are Vivanista’s top 5 do-good gifts that any mother would love!

1. Ugandan Wax-cloth Market Tote by Global Girlfriend

Crafted with hand-printed Ugandan waxcloth, each bag is a unique work of art. And because it’s handmade by women artisans in Uganda, your purchase helps to improve their lives — as well as those of their families and community. With each Ugandan Wax- cloth Market Tote purchased, Global Girlfriend will fund 3% of a micro grant for a woman in a rural community in Africa to launch a small business, through Camfed.

2. Koss Sportclip Ribbon Headphones

The perfect workout essential, the Koss sport clip headphones attached easily to your ear so you can enjoy your favorite songs in comfort. Support mother’s across the U.S who suffer from Breast Cancer by purchasing your gift from http://www.shopkomen.com.

3. Handmade Silver Earrings from MADRE

These delicate rectangular earrings exhibit extraordinary detail and were  handmade in Chile.  And the best part? All of Madre’s items are hand-crafted by women and help to build sustainable sources of income for women and their sister organizations

4. Sample Wine Package   by Humane Cellars

This Sample Pack of wines presented by Humane Cellars - a proud sponsor of PETA,  includes one bottle each of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,  Chardonnay and Sparkling White Wine.  A great gift for a family, friends, and animal lovers. Cheers!

5. Soap Stone Heart Medium by OriginalWomen.com

With their full, rounded and very smooth shape, these hand carved soapstone hearts are exceptionally tactile. Great as executive stress reducers, they can be used as paperweights, decorations and tokens of love and appreciation. These soapstone carvings are truly a gift with heart.

What are your ideas for Do-Good Mother’s Day Gifts?

Featured photo courtesy of Martin LaBar