Looking for ideas to simplify the holidays? Check out the Center for Biological Diversity’s guides, gifts ideas, and more.
Find holiday tree alternatives and easy entertaining ideas and use their SoKind Registry tool to give and receive gifts. The Gift Guides include ideas to:
Release your creative spirit with DIY/Handmade Gifts
Increase happiness and well-being with Experiential Gifts
Get back more time in the day with Quality Time/Skill Sharing Gifts
Help others in need with Donation and Support Gifts
Discover Earth-friendly treats with Food Gifts
In addition to saving time and money, these gifts and celebration ideas reduce waste. This is especially important considering a 2021 analysis showings that Americans generate 23% more tons of waste in December than in other months of the year.
Remember to shop small, shop local
Support Portland makers and DIYers who are selling their wares at various markets and pop up shops throughout the month, including My People's Market, presented by Prosper Portland, and the Mercatus Holiday Gift Guide, featuring local businesses owned by people of color.
Portland’s neighborhood businesses also offer plenty of gifts for your holiday shopping. Check out Venture Portland's list, with local retailers ready to welcome you.
Discover more alternative holiday gift ideas and tips to shift to buying used and new-to-you.
Want to share your own holiday tips? The Center for Biological Diversity is looking for holiday tips from you. Share your advice or ideas on how you #SimplifyTheHolidays.
