We are pleased to announce our new partnership with Rebagz Eco-Chic Handbags!  Named California Small Business of the Year in 2009, Rebagz makes eco-friendly and expressive bags that have been featured on television shows and voted as favorites by InStyle’s readers.  Rebagz will now generously donate to Women for Women International 10% of online sales of their Peace Out Loud and Peace Out Cool bags.

To purchase one of the two great bags that benefit Women for Women International, just visit  http://www.rebagz.com/ and click on Statement Makers. 

Women for Women International offers some wonderful opportunities for you to give back this holiday season in a fun and creative way!

1) Give Unique and Special Gifts While You Help to Support Women Survivors of War!

Looking for a fun and creative gift to give to someone? This year, you can give a gift to a woman survivor of war on behalf of a loved one through Women for Women International. Women for Women International is giving you the opportunity to give symbolic gifts like okra seeds, a wheelbarrow, a sewing machine, or even a beekeeping suit to your loved one while supporting a woman survivor of war.

Giving your gift is simple. First, you choose a gift to give on behalf of a loved one. Second, your loved one receives a card in the mail letting them know about the gift you have given them. Last, your donation goes to work immediately to help women survivors of war rebuild their lives.

For more information or to give someone a unique and special gift this holiday season, visit our website at http://www.womenforwomen.org/help-women/gift-that-gives-back-catalog-2009.php.

2) Buy Delicious Baked Goods from Baking for Good!

Sweets and treats are a popular commodity during the holiday season. This season, you can purchase all of your favorite desserts and at the same time give to a woman in need!

Baking for Good sells all-natural, made-to-order, gourmet bake sale favorites like brownies, cookies, and whoopie pies, and 15% of every purchase goes to a cause of your choice.  We hope you’ll visit the Baking for Good website and choose Women for Women International to receive your donation.

We hope you’ll think of supporting Women for Women International through Baking for Good when you are sending a gift to someone or buying treats for this year’s special holiday party!

For more information or to start shopping at the online bakery, visit bakingforgood.com.  You can also view our page directly by following this link: http://bakingforgood.com/causes/nonprofit/women-for-women-international.  Enjoy!

3) Purchase Women for Women International Greeting Cards!

The Scene East Card Store is currently putting a 10% discount code on Women for Women International cards for orders over $25 through year-end. When a Women for Women International card is purchased, Scene East donates a portion of the proceeds go directly to Women for Women International. They also have a few selected items on 20% discount on their web page: www.SceneEast.com.  The code is WFWI09 and it is transferable to anyone. Get beautiful and unique greeting cards and at the same time support Women for Women International today!

4. Give a Green Gift! 

Olive Smart donates to Women for Women International 20% of sales on their reusable, compact bags.  This is a great gift idea for your environmentally conscious loved ones.  Just make your purchase through this link (www.olivesmart.com?partner=WFWI) and you’ll be supporting Women for Women International at the same time!

In author Tami Briggs’ newest release, Women as Healers: Voices of Vibrancy, 31 women from around the world share their insightful stories to help the world heal.

From Nebraska to the Netherlands, India to Iran, and Serbia to South Carolina (and many other U.S. states), the 31 women featured in Women as Healers: Voices of Vibrancy are all gifted healers. As they share their stories, they give us many insights on how to help heal the world. Some work for corporations and institutions; many of them are self-employed. They are from all walks of life, doing extraordinary things to help make our world a better place. In this book you will read about life-changing experiences from authors, artists, consultants, nurses, educators, leaders, and therapists – creators all.

You will find these 31 vibrant women remarkable – truly inspirational, motivational, and encouraging. Both men and women have much to learn from them! They epitomize community and a strong support network, as they teach us about connecting – to our own hearts and to each other. They hold nothing back as they leave their beautiful legacies and exemplify this for you. The women in this book have found their voices of vibrancy and they invite you to do the same … it is time!

The author of Women as Healers: Voices of Vibrancy, Tami Briggs, has graciously chosen to donate 5% of the proceeds from her book to Women for Women International! Thank you, Tami, for your thoughtfulness and generosity!

If you are interested in purchasing this book, please go to www.WomenAsHealers.com.

Jenna D. Barry, a supporter of Women for Women International, is the author of A Wife’s Guide to In-laws:  How to Gain Your Husband’s Loyalty Without Killing His Parents.

In honor of Women’s Friendship Month, Jenna will donate 15% of the profits for every book sold on September 24, 2009 to Women For Women International.  The book is available at WifeGuide.org, Amazon.com, or BarnesandNoble.com.

“Jenna’s work has been a beacon of hope for those who struggle with one of the most difficult relationships– the in-laws.” (Hitched, a magazine that entertains, educates and inspires marriages)

We’ve recently teamed up with Baking for Good, a new company that is bringing the local bake sale online. Baking for Good sells all-natural, made-to-order, gourmet bake sale favorites like brownies, cookies, and whoopie pies, and 15% of every purchase goes to a cause of your choice.  We hope you’ll visit the Baking for Good website and choose Women for Women International to receive your donation.  You can even add to your automatic 15% donation at checkout, if you choose.

We hope you’ll think of supporting Women for Women International through Baking for Good whenever you’re sending a gift, hosting an event, or just in the mood for some sweet treats!

For more information or to start shopping at the online bakery, visit bakingforgood.com.  You can also view our page directly by following this link: http://bakingforgood.com/causes/nonprofit/women-for-women-international.  Enjoy!

Organic Bouquet has been a long-time partner of Women for Women International and donates 10% of flower purchases made through our website.  And for the month of September, Organic Bouquet will donate 13% of those sales!

Thank you, Organic Bouquet, for delivering floral arrangements from socially and environmentally conscious growers, and for supporting Women for Women International!

To purchase flowers with 13% of your purchase going to Women for Women International, please use this special link:  http://www.organicbouquet.com/Info.aspx?pid=177.

Garden of Silver Handmade Fine Art Jewelry is hosting its second fundraiser for Women for Women International.  Five dollars for each pendant purchased between August 15 and September 15, 2009, will be donated.

Handcrafted by artist/designer Eileen Baumeister McIntyre, Garden of Silver creations include one-of-a-kind pendants, necklaces, bracelets and earrings.

Visit http://www.gardenofsilver.com/gallery.htm to view and order from the beautiful collection of pendants!

Inner Expressions Event Planning will graciously host Fashion for Hope, a fashion show benefiting Women for Women International, on the evening of Sunday, October 18th in Washington, DC.

Up and coming local designers, joined by talented make-up artists and hair stylists, will showcase their work at this event.  Tickets are $25 each, and $5 of every ticket will be donated to Women for Women International.

We thank Inner Expressions for their support and invite you to gather your friends to enjoy the show while supporting Women for Women International!

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Inner Expressions at www.innerexpressions.org.

Sponsorship opportunities are available!

On August 20th, Indagare and Surevolution will host a special one-day market for global goods at the Surevolution Boutique in Bridgehampton (2464 Main St., 631-613-6565).  Guests will be able to shop for a variety of handcrafted finds (fashion, accessories, jewelry, housewares) from around the world.  Ten percent of your purchase of Surevolution products will be donated to Women for Women International.  Thank you, Surevolution!

“A pioneering concept store that carries the work of artisans, mainly from South America, Surevolution aims to economically, environmentally and socially strengthen and support local artisan communities.”

The San Francisco Leadership Circle on behalf of Women for Women International invites you to a screening of the riveting film, Pray the Devil Back to Hell, on the evening of Thursday, September 10th.

When: Thursday, September 10, 2009.  Mixer begins at 6:00pm.  Film begins at 7:00pm, and will be followed by a Q&A at 8:15pm.
Where: The Cowell Theater at Fort Mason Center at the intersection of Marina Boulevard and Buchanan Street in San Francisco.  Parking is safe and easy.

Pray the Devil Back to Hell tells the remarkable story of the Liberian women who came together courageously and nonviolently to bring peace to their shattered country, forcing a resolution after peace talks had stalled.  This is a film that illustrates the perseverance of women and their ability to impact change in their communities and nations.

To order your tickets, which are $25 and include wine and cheese, please visit http://www.fortmason.org/boxoffice/index.shtml.

Proceeds from this screening benefit Women for Women International.  We hope you will join us!