Every year Christmas seems to roll around sooner than you’d expect. Whether you’re shopping for your friends, family or colleagues, it can be hard to find gifts for the special people in your life.
The British Red Cross online shop has an incredible range of gifts for all budgets, so if you’re looking for inspiration, look no further. From sustainable stocking fillers to handmade homeware, there’s something for everybody.
All profits from our gift shop go towards helping people in crisis. So, when you shop with us, you know that you’re doing your bit for humanity and giving a loved one a merry Christmas at the same time. After all, it is the season of giving!
Here are some of our favourite 2025 picks - choices that make a positive impact.
1. Send a card that supports a cause
When you send somebody a card or e-card from our charity gifts range, you really are giving a gift that does good. You can select a cause close to their heart and the cost of the card is donated to that cause.
2. Beautifully fragranced, inspired by humanity
Designed exclusively for the British Red Cross our new soap range takes inspiration from our seven fundamental principles, and pairs these with beautiful soap scents to elevate any home. A powerful meaning behind the beautifully scented soap an ideal addition to any soap dish.
Buy now: Inspiration and Love and peace soap set
3. Eco-friendly tea kits that bloom with purpose
Growbars are 100% eco-friendly collections of seeds that allow you to easily grow your own tea. With three different flavours in the box, all you need to do is add water and settle in for the perfect cuppa.
4. Unique scarves crafted from recycled saris
The ideal gift for the person who has everything, these stylish and sustainable scarves are made from recycled sari fabrics. Each one is completely unique, so you can truly give a gift like no other and as they're made from recycled materials they're good for the environment too.
5. Fair trade gloves that give back
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the coldest. These handmade gloves have come all the way from Peru and have cute llama designs to prove it - perfect to keep your fingers warm. Created by UK based fair trade brand, Siesta, not only are the gloves sustainably created they also support local communities and traditional craftsmanship.
Buy now: burgundy Llama gloves
6. Mugs designed by refugee artists
These beautiful mugs are designed by refugees, expressing their stories through art. A unique and profound item, created by people who have been through hardship, it's a gift that makes more of a difference than you’ll ever know.
Buy now: Designed by refugees coffee mug
7. Sustainable candles that support change
A handmade scented candle is ideal to create a cosy atmosphere. Each 'Candle for our causes' is hand poured for us in a small workshop in the heart of England. Made with a sustainable soy wax blend and high-quality fragrance oils, they are packaged in a reusable glass jar with a cotton wick.
Buy now: Reflect, Candle for our causes
8. Ethically made earrings that shine brightly
These handmade earrings add a pop of colour to any outfit and are as individual as the wearer. Vibrant, eye-catching and ethically created, they are a great accessory for anyone looking to elevate their look and also be kind to the environment.
Buy now: pink and white terrazzo circle earrings
9. A journal for peaceful, purposeful days
Right after Christmas comes the New Year, and what better time to pick up a new habit? This journal helps weave mindfulness into everyday life, meaning the owner can start and end their day with peace and positivity.
Buy now: morning and night motivational journal
10. Ethically made festive fudge for guilt-free indulgence
If you’re on the hunt for a stocking-filler or Secret Santa present, this artisan festive fudge is ideal for somebody with a sweet tooth. Handmade using sustainable practices and ethically sourced ingredients - it's the elusive guilt free sweet treat to enjoy during the festive season.
Buy now: Traditional festive fudge
Explore even more charity Christmas gifts
These are just a few of the wonderful and impactful items that are available in the Red Cross online shop.
There are plenty more ethical, eco-friendly and unique options for you to choose from. Have a browse and see what you find! Remember, every gift bought supports our work, helping us be here for humanity.
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