The holidays might look a little different this year, but you may still be faced with the age-old search for a gift that's both useful and meaningful. If you're looking to give an inexpensive yet thoughtful gift, we’ve created a short list of gender-neutral gifts under $25 that almost anyone can appreciate. What's even better is knowing that each of these doubles as a charity donation.
Every item on our list benefits the work being done at St. Jude, where families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food — because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. There's no better way to get in the holiday spirit than to give back with each purchase on your list.
1. Chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake dip mix
$5
Every word in the title of this dip will make your mouth water. Simple enough for those who don't like to cook (just add cream cheese and chocolate chips!), while also delicious enough to impress those with gourmet tastes, this dip makes an inexpensive and tasty gift.
2. "Be fearless" keychain
$8
There are times when all of us could use a little extra strength and encouragement. Inspired the kids of St. Jude, who bravely fight against cancer and other life-threatening diseases, this keychain offers the bold reminder to "be fearless."
3. Peppermint peace glass ornament with confetti
$16
For a gift that can be enjoyed for many years to come, consider this 4" half-glass ornament filled with confetti. Inspired by St. Jude patient artwork, it reads "peace" and makes for a cheerful addition to any tree.
4. Eucalyptus spearmint candle
$18
Give the gift of relaxation. This luxury 16-oz. soy candle fills a home with the calming scents of eucalyptus and spearmint — a perfect holiday combination.
5. Caleb the teddy bear
$20
Meet Caleb, the 17" plush teddy bear, named after a St. Jude patient. Caleb is ready for winter weather with his bright red holiday scarf, and, like all of the gifts on our list, part of his purchase price will go toward making a difference in the lives of sick kids.
Check out the St. Jude Gift Shop for even more gifts to fit your budget (and some more expensive things too, if that's what you're looking for). You can also make a gift of donation to help provide treatments and life-enriching amenities for the kids of St. Jude.
Even when times are difficult, few things are more fulfilling than giving to others, and with a gift from the gift shop of a charity, like St. Jude, showing someone you care comes with the bonus of helping those in need. Your impact is real. Almost 80% of the funds necessary to sustain and grow St. Jude comes from generous donors who are united with us in a common goal: Finding cures. Saving children.®