Shop local and support social causes this Christmas with gifts that give back. Sort your shopping list with unique finds from Dublin businesses that put people and communities first. These businesses, known as social enterprises, stand out because they reinvest their profits to do good rather than maximising their returns.
Natural Body Oil from CanDo – €15
These oils leave your skin hydrated and soft and support CanDo’s work generating meaningful training and employment in the vision impairment community.
Natural Honeybee Skincare from Bí URBAN – Price Varies
A gift that reflects care for both people and planet. A company with zero‑waste principles and community‑driven urban biodiversity in Dublin, where every purchase helps support the mission to reconnect city life with local ecosystems and community wellbeing.
Upcycled Washbag from Rediscover Fashion – €12
A unique washbag made with repurposed materials that’s perfect for everyday essentials. A thoughtful, sustainable design from Rediscover Fashion who work to reduce textile waste by breathing new life into old textiles
Sensory Gift Set from We Make Good – €17
This gift set offers a calming sensory experience and so much more. The sleep oil and lip balm are crafted by adults with visual impairments at ChildVision. These are paired with a handmade lavender pouch from the We Make Good team, where meaningful, inclusive employment is supported.
Recipe Poster from We Make Good – €14.90
Capture the essence of our favourite Irish recipes with posters designed by Laura Buchanan and printed on 100% recycled materials. These prints support individuals with learning difficulties and offer them meaningful employment.
Artisan Soap from Bí URBAN – €10
This gentle and therapeutic artisan soap features the benefits of honeybee products and supports Bí URBAN’s work in preserving and redeveloping biodiversity Dublin’s urban environment.
Three Sisters Sustainable Crafts from The Rediscovery Centre | Robins – €25 | Frogs – €25
These crafts show the beauty in breathing new life into old materials. Created through salvaging, recycling and reweaving, they support the Rediscovery Centre’s mission to prevent waste generation through the circular economy.
Bird Feeder from Mendicity – €15
Unique, bird feeder that comes in a wide range of colours. Handcrafted in Mendicity’s workshop, which supports Dublin’s homeless with meaningful employment opportunities.
Jams and Chutneys from the Rediscovery Centre – €5
Handmade in small batches in a kitchen farm, using quality, locally sourced, natural ingredients.
Handmade Irish Craft Beers from Priory Brewing – Price Varies
Celebrate local spirit and community impact by supporting Ireland’s first social enterprise brewery in Tallaght. Every purchase helps support local enterprise development and jobs in the south of Dublin. Shop in-store at Priory Market.
Coffee & Chocolate Bundle from Moyee – €31.15
Moyee is flipping the coffee world on its head by investing the money earned back into the country that they were harvested from, reducing deforestation, and helping struggling families survive.
Organic Raw Honeycomb from Bí URBAN – €15
Give the gift of organic honey from Bí URBAN, harvested sustainably in Wicklow, to support not-for-profit work connecting people with nature.
Recycled Fabric Totes from Rediscover Fashion – €18
A fashion forward, practical gift made from repurposed fabrics that supports Rediscover Fashion’s work in utilising circular economy principles and training opportunities to help reduce textile waste and support a greener, more inclusive future.
Upcycled Accessories from Rediscover Fashion – Price Varies
These handcrafted, upcycled accessories support circular fashion, sustainable reuse of materials and create meaningful training opportunities in the local community.
Clothes Swap Voucher from Change Clothes – €15 (for 3 sessions)
Three sessions to swap out clothes for a closet refresh while support Change Clothes’ mission to prevent global textile waste by tackling the problem locally.
Sustainable Totes from We Make Good – €21
Stylish, sustainable and handmade in Ireland. Every purchase helps support inclusive employment and training for makers with additional needs.
LED Bottle Lamps from Rediscovery Centre – from €75
These cool, unique lamps give repurposed glass bottles another chance to shine.
Key Rack from Mendicity – €10
Unique key rack handcrafted in Mendicity’s workshop, which supports Dublin’s homeless meaningful with employment opportunities.
Handmade Lino Cut Prints from Mendicity – €15
Striking prints of Christ Church handmade in Mendicity’s workshop, which supports Dublin’s homeless with meaningful employment opportunities.
Recycled Paint from Rediscover Paint – €12.50 (5.6L)
A unique way to support sustainability, this paint collected from recycling centres and recycled by Rediscover Paint at The Rediscovery Centre, who aim to divert paint from disposal/incineration.
Upcycled Bikes from Rediscover Cycling – Price Varies
Bikes salvaged from recycling centres and available at unbeatable prices. Each one has been expertly refurbished by the technicians at Rediscover Cycling in the Rediscovery Centre.
Sensory Toys from ASPIRE Design Ireland – €1 to €15
Sensory toys from ASPIRE (The Autism Spectrum Association of Ireland), who work broadly to improve the lives of autistic people and their families across Ireland.
Build Your Own STEM Toy Kits from Kinia – €18
Build confidence through hands-on learning using mostly wooden and sustainable materials and support Kinia’s mission in tackling educational disadvantage and making opportunity accessible to all.
Handmade Teddys from We Make Good – €24
Handmade cuddly Teddies made from upcycled fabric, crafted in a textile studio that supports meaningful employment for people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Zoom Call with your Favourite Animal from St. Anne’s City Farm – €5
Connect a loved one with their favourite furry friend at St. Anne’s City Farm and support their work as a farm and educational centre furthering local ecology in Dublin.
Beginner’s Sewing Workshop at the Rediscovery Centre – €55
Discover the joy of sewing & learn how to extend the life of your clothes in this fun, hands-on beginner’s workshop from Rediscover Fashion.
Voucher for a Lovely Lunch at Third Space – Price Varies
Pop in to buy a voucher or take a loved one along for your next lunch together to support this much-loved community space that makes its neighbourhood a better place to live.
In Our Shoes Walking Tour – €12 to €15
Give the gift of an unforgettable tour with local guides taking you through the Liberties and Dublin 8. Discover hidden gems, learn authentic stories and support opportunities for training, employment and positive change in the local community.
Christmas Card Bundle from ASPIRE Design Ireland – €10 (pack of 6)
A selection of six Christmas cards designed by volunteers at ASPIRE (The Autism Spectrum Association of Ireland), who support and empower individuals with Autism through meaningful employment opportunities.
Handmade Christmas Cards from St. Ann’s City Farm – €5
Handmade Christmas cards that support the urban farm and ecology centre, which brings people together and teaches sustainable gardening and animal care to connect communities with nature.
Recycled Paper Cards from We Make Good – €4.40
100% recycled paper cards designed by artist and printed by individuals with learning difficulties in Roscommon.
Handmade Card Bundle from Mendicity – €6 (pack of 7)
Pack of 7 handmade Christmas cards made in Mendicity’s workshop, which supports Dublin’s homeless with meaningful employment opportunities.