What is Better to Give and how do donations work?

At Uncommon Goods, giving back is an important part of what we do. Through our Better to Give program, we donate $1 from every purchase to a Better to Give partner of your choice ($2 for Perks members), helping support nonprofit organizations around the world.

Since launching the program in 2001, we've donated more than $3 million to nonprofit organizations. We're grateful to our customers for helping support these organizations.

To learn more about current partner organizations, please visit our Better to Give↗ page.

What is the Better to Give program?

Better to Give is our charitable giving initiative that supports a curated group of nonprofit organizations.

Customers help direct donations with their purchases, allowing us to support meaningful causes aligned with our values.

How do donations work?

We donate $1 from every purchase to a Better to Give partner ($2 for Perks members). Customers help direct donations to nonprofit organizations at no additional cost.

How are Better to Give partners selected?

We carefully select nonprofit partners through a structured review process. We look for organizations that align with our mission to create positive social and environmental impact.

When evaluating potential partners, we consider:

• Impact and effectiveness – We review the organization’s past initiatives and measurable outcomes
• Shared values – We prioritize alignment in mission and ethics
• Financial transparency – We evaluate how funds are allocated between programming and administrative costs
• Community benefit – We often seek organizations where additional funding can make a meaningful difference
• Opportunity for impact – We are especially interested in supporting lesser-known organizations that may benefit from increased visibility and funding

We aim to build thoughtful partnerships that maximize the positive impact of every donation.

Can I suggest or submit a nonprofit organization for Better to Give?

Yes. We welcome suggestions and submissions from nonprofit organizations that align with our Better to Give mission.

If you would like to recommend an organization for consideration, please email our Better to Give↗ Team with the following details:

• The organization’s mission
• The work it does
• Why you believe it aligns with our values

If you are representing a nonprofit organization, you are also welcome to reach out directly with information about your work and impact.

Our team reviews all submissions carefully. If we believe there may be a good fit, we’ll follow up to learn more.

While Better to Give is our primary charitable giving program, we may also support additional causes that align with our values and mission.

Still need help?

If you have questions about Better to Give or donations, please contact Customer Service↗—we’re happy to help.