Macy’s Heart of Haiti Collection *Giveaway*
Charitable causes are great, but often times we don’t feel like we’re contributing enough, or just don’t know how to so we push them off to the side and don’t think anymore of them.
Well, Macy’s is making it a little easier to help out with their Heart of Haiti Collection. By making a purchase from the Macy’s Heart of Haiti Collection you’ll be helping support families in Haiti who are trying to rebuild their lives 2 years after the devastating earthquake that hit their country.
The Heart of Haiti Collection are some very unique pieces created from some not so common materials. Pieces include metalwork, ceramics, quilts, paintings, jewelry and home décor items as well as accessories. Items are made from raw materials like recycled oil drums, wrought iron, paper-mache and stones all handmade by a Haitian master artisan. Their pieces reflect their culture and history and you’ll be helping these artisans by providing them with an income to be able to give nutrition, education and health care for their own families.
Being one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere and despite the devastating earthquake they encountered, Haiti is a country filled with hope and has people who want to improve their own lives. With limitations it can be hard. Heart of Haiti is a “Trade, Not Aid” initiative launched by artist and social entrepreneur Willa Shailt, The Clinton Bush Haiti Fund and Macy’s.
Giving these Haitian artists an opportunity to make a living, feed their families and pay for their children’s education gives them a sense of dignity and purpose. The Heart of Haiti Collection has led to the employment of 750 artists in Haiti and have provided financial benefits for an estimated 4,000 to 5,000 people.
Purchasing an item from the Heart of Haiti collection not only contributes to a great cause, but it also provides you with some beautiful pieces! Two of my favorite pieces that I received from the Heart of Haiti Collection is the Heart of Haiti Horn Warrior Bracelet and the Heart of Haiti Goddess Heart Pendant.
Handcrafted by talented Haitian artisans, the Warrior bracelet brings bold, organic style and a new meaning to your jewelry collection in a chunky, beaded design. This bracelet is made of cow horn and is 3” in diameter. The bracelet is just beautiful and because each item is uniquely made there may be variations in size and color so no one will ever have the same 
bracelet as you! You will also receive a Certificate of Authenticity.
The Heart of Haiti Goddess Heart Pendent is also handcrafted and steel cut from recycled barrels. It measures 11/2” tall and is hung on a 29” black cord. You can see the creativity and beauty of this hand made heart.
Jewelry isn’t the only items though, you’ll find so many other precious unique items from the Macy’s Heart of Haiti Collection. Not only will you find beautiful items but you’ll be helping deserving people of creating a better life for themselves and their families.
You can find the Heart of Haiti Collection exclusively at Macy’s stores around the country or by visiting Macys.com.
February 23, 2012 – 10:34 AM - | Posted in Giveaways, Reviews | 46 Comments »
February 23rd, 2012 at 12:47 PM
Thanks so much for supporting Heart of Haiti! It is hard in the this day and age to figure out how and who to help with your charitable actions. Giving gifts that give back is an easy way to do something big for Haiti! Thanks again.
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February 23rd, 2012 at 1:40 PM
My husband made a very generous contribution to a charity.
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February 23rd, 2012 at 3:51 PM
We donated some groceries to the food shelf.
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February 23rd, 2012 at 5:29 PM
I donated some food and supplies to one of my friends that had hardly anything.
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February 24th, 2012 at 11:32 AM
My husband and I both have donated our time by working a warehouse sale for the cancer society for relay for life. I want to thank you for this awesome sweep and hope to win
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February 24th, 2012 at 8:43 PM
I recently donated money to an agency in SF that helps women who have been abused and are trying to start a new life.
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February 25th, 2012 at 7:41 PM
I gave out a homeless bag (gloves, hat, socks, food, Chapstick, first aid kit and a bunch of other things) to a man that appeared to be homeless. I asked him if I could give it to him and he said yes, god bless you!
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February 25th, 2012 at 8:12 PM
i collected donations door to door,to pay for a neighbors sons funeral
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February 25th, 2012 at 10:07 PM
I donate to cancer research charities.
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February 27th, 2012 at 11:40 AM
my cousins collects coats for children mverno@roadrunner.com
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February 27th, 2012 at 11:37 PM
I will be taking my husband to the doctor tomorrow. He has done the same for me. I guess we love each other
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February 28th, 2012 at 1:46 AM
I just took four bags of clothing to the Goodwill.
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February 28th, 2012 at 11:06 AM
my grandchildren and I helped at our local food pantry
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February 28th, 2012 at 5:08 PM
We give part of every paycheck to the United Way
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February 29th, 2012 at 3:24 AM
Last holiday season we volunteered at our towns homeless shelter.
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February 29th, 2012 at 4:01 AM
Every Christmas my father-in-law donates a couple thousand dollars worth of toys to Toys For Tots. He literally shops all year to accomplish this. By the time Christmas rolls around his basement looks like Toys R Us!
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February 29th, 2012 at 6:38 AM
We make regular donations to local charities and pick up litter in our local park
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February 29th, 2012 at 10:37 AM
My family and I regularly collect food for the food pantry here in town, we just had a huge Prudent Princess Event where tons of clothes get donated for the missionaries in the area and I give free seminars on helping people get out of debt.
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February 29th, 2012 at 10:54 AM
I took the trash out in the rain this morning, I think that will be the nicest thing I do today
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February 29th, 2012 at 1:39 PM
We donate to the church!
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February 29th, 2012 at 1:43 PM
We sponsor a child in Etheopia.
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February 29th, 2012 at 3:43 PM
Coincidentally, my mom recently went on a mission trip to Haiti to help set up clinics there, so I’d love to win this for her!
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February 29th, 2012 at 4:00 PM
being there for a friend while she was recovering from a stroke
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February 29th, 2012 at 4:05 PM
Yesterday my twin brothers donated blood. They are both Type O Negative, so they can donate to anyone. They both were saying that they were excited to be able to save a life.
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February 29th, 2012 at 5:32 PM
My family recently donated clothes and furniture to an underprivileged family.
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February 29th, 2012 at 7:11 PM
i give money to the homeless at least once a week
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February 29th, 2012 at 8:20 PM
a friend of the family has cancer and my son goes over everyday to sit with him
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February 29th, 2012 at 8:22 PM
I bought a meal for someone stranded in our city
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February 29th, 2012 at 8:39 PM
shovel for neighbor
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February 29th, 2012 at 9:15 PM
i donated over $300 worth in cat and dog food and cat litter to the local humane society.
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February 29th, 2012 at 11:58 PM
donated money to ANAD
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March 1st, 2012 at 1:29 AM
My wife took care of me after surgery on Valentines Day.
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March 1st, 2012 at 5:07 AM
I surprised my kids today taking them to Starbucks for Hot Chocolate and coffee cake.
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March 1st, 2012 at 12:45 PM
Donated to food bank
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March 1st, 2012 at 1:06 PM
bought elderly neighbor shopping
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March 1st, 2012 at 2:30 PM
I give rides to a few ladies whos car has broken down.
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March 1st, 2012 at 3:36 PM
My parents have been helping my husband and I out so much.
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March 1st, 2012 at 5:20 PM
My family has rescued 3 animals off the streets. I know it’s not a “human” good deed, but it is a good deed all the same
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March 1st, 2012 at 6:55 PM
A man where I work had a stroke. He’s on a very slow recovery. The people at work put on a benefit. I contributed a basket worth almost $100.00. Together, they raised about $4,000.
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March 1st, 2012 at 8:01 PM
monthly we go through our pantry and give food to our local food shelf
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March 1st, 2012 at 8:47 PM
I helped and old lady who had a walker put groceries
in her car and she was so thrilled.She offered me money but I would not take it from her.
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March 1st, 2012 at 9:34 PM
While driving to a dr. appointment about a week ago, my husband stopped and helped an elderly couple on the side of the interstate, by changing their flat tire.
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March 1st, 2012 at 10:07 PM
I helped my friend who was Haitian write a letter to the government to aid in bringing his family home with him.
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March 1st, 2012 at 10:13 PM
Yesterday after work we went to a workshop where they prepare meals for cancer patients.
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March 1st, 2012 at 10:48 PM
I paid a bill for a friend.
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March 1st, 2012 at 11:46 PM
Thanks for the giveaway…we have been taking an elderly neighbor grocery shopping each week since she can no longer drive.
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