Gift-giving can create tons of waste that end up in our landfills. Between wrapping paper, bows, and tape, the amount of waste that is produced by a simple act of kindness can be huge.
Below are some “no waste”, “low waste”, and “zero waste” giving options you can consider the next time you have something to celebrate.
We understand that nationally we all are participating in social distancing, so giving an experience gift right now is not a feasible option. Nevertheless, we’ve put those options at the end of our list for you to consider when things get back to normal.
Useful and Consumable Gifts
- Dried fruit
- Cookies
- Homemade Vanilla
- Jam
- Homemade liquors
- Floral arrangement
- Fruit Basket
- Freezer Meals
- Fermented food (Sauerkraut, kimchi, pickled jalapenos)
- Homemade bath scrubs
- Homemade soap
Low Waste Gift Ideas
- Magazine Subscriptions
- Donate to charity
Gifts for the Person on a Zero Waste Journey
- Compost Bin
- Reusable Napkins
- Reusable Grocery Bags
- Reusable Produce Bags
- Water Bottle
- Glass Food Storage Containers
Experience Gifts (options for post-COVID-19)
- Museums
- National Parks
- Zoo
- Plays
- Movies
- Babysitting for date night
- Spa Day
- Manicure
- Trip to the gun range
- Dinner at a nice restaurant
- Go to a favorite park or a new park
- Tickets to a local festival
