The gift and home industry has always been about more than products; it’s about connection, community, and care. That spirit of giving inspired the creation of Gift for Life, the industry’s first national charitable organization. Since 1992, Gift for Life has raised nearly $6 million to support causes ranging from HIV/AIDS prevention to hunger relief, proving that when retailers, reps, and brands unite, we can change lives.
Gift for Life honors its roots through annual fundraising tied to World AIDS Day and participation in AIDS Walk New York, which has raised nearly $155 million for prevention and care. Most recently, Gift for Life partnered with World Central Kitchen, founded by Chef José Andrés, to provide meals to communities affected by disasters and crises. To date, this partnership has already delivered nearly 100,000 hot, nutritious meals to people in need.
Gift for Life organizes events and fundraisers during Markets and year-round with a specific emphasis on crisis-related hunger relief. You never know when or where a crisis can strike. Our industry has raised over $500,000 for World Central Kitchen’s (WCK) provision of hot, nutritious meals to communities impacted by crisis and conflict worldwide.
For independent retailers, Gift for Life is more than events and charity, it’s a reflection of our industry’s values. By supporting this organization, you’re helping local communities recover from disasters, combating hunger, and supporting HIV/AIDS prevention, while demonstrating that the gift and home industry is a force for good.
The strength of our industry has always been its heart. Together, we can do more than sell products. We can make a global impact by helping our neighbors and friends throughout the world. Donate to Gift for Life today and be part of shaping a brighter, more compassionate world.