The gifts are unique and life-giving. They are gifts of peace and justice, gifts that are sustainable and that build stability for those suffering. They multiply and grow, sometimes exponentially, and offer hope and new life to people facing grace crisis and need.

A water well to a family in South Sudan, a book to a child in Ethiopia, a gift of freedom to those trapped in slavery — these gifts challenge the trivia of our modern culture of consumerism. These are authentic gifts that will change lives. They are always the perfect gift.

An Alternative Gift is a nontraditional way of giving. It’s a meaningful gift that will help someone in need. For example: Uncle George loves working in the yard. For his next birthday instead of gifting Uncle George a tie or some other traditional gift, you could plant a tree in his honor. He will receive a greeting card with an enclosed gift insert describing the gift given in his honor.