International Charity Day: How Your Mindful Souls Purchase Helps Make a Difference

What Is International Charity Day?

International Charity Day is a global reminder that giving matters. It's a day set aside every September 5 to celebrate generosity in all its forms.

The History of International Charity Day

Officially known as the International Day of Charity, this special celebration was established in 2012 by the United Nations Assembly in honor of the anniversary of Mother Teresa’s passing.

Mother Teresa spent decades caring for the poor, sick, and dying, and her work eventually earned her the Nobel Peace Prize for efforts to overcome poverty and distress. 

The day was created to carry her legacy of selfless giving forward, and to invite the rest of the world to join in, too!

Why Is International Charity Day Celebrated?

International Charity Day is celebrated to encourage people to help those who need it most, through volunteering, donating, or taking part in charity drives. 

But more than that, it spotlights the good that happens when people, communities, and businesses choose kindness on purpose. 

It’s about recognizing the organizations lifting others up and an opportunity to ask yourself: what part can I play in that?

What Makes International Charity Day So Special 

The world can feel heavy sometimes. There’s always a new bad thing happening in the news, and it's easy to feel like one person can't do much against problems that big.

But the importance of International Charity Day is exactly in that feeling. It pushes back against it.

It reminds us that:

• Small acts can have a big impact
• Kindness is contagious, not rare
• Charity isn’t about grand gestures; it's about giving what you can.

That's how International Charity Day inspires kindness. Not through pressure, but through possibility.

And for Mindful Souls, that’s something we’re really proud to be a part of.

How Mindful Souls Makes a Difference

Plot twist… it actually has everything to do with you.

Yes, you, our amazing customers!

Every time you've picked out a crystal, added a beautiful spiritual piece to your cart, or unboxed your Mindful Box, you’re not just treating yourself. You’re making someone else’s life better, too.

You've Been a Part of Something Really Special

The Mindful Souls mission has always been to spread mindfulness. But mindfulness doesn’t stop at the self.

Being mindful also means considering others and the world around us. So, from the very start, we built this into how we do business. 

Way back in 2018, we made the decision to start turning purchases into positive actions. We created Your Purchase Feeds. 

And because of that, we now have a global community of customers creating positive change!

The Real Meaning Behind Mindful Souls Products

For  every item you purchase at Mindful Souls,, we donate one meal on your behalf to a child in India

No extra steps. No add-on donation box to tick at checkout. It just happens, automatically, because it's built into who we are.

And to make this happen, we partner with the incredible Akshaya Pātra; an organization working to end classroom hunger by delivering hot, nutritious lunches to schoolchildren across India. 

"One purchase means a meal for a hungry child."

That's not a slogan. It's a promise we keep, order after order. And it's proof that your purchase makes a difference.

This International Charity Day, we want to celebrate what we've been able to achieve, together…

More Than 1 Million Meals… And Counting!

That's right! We've been able to put 1,000,000+ meals on the table, and every single one of them started with a customer just like you.

But these hot lunches do so much more than fill a little stomach. They give children the energy to focus in class, the stability to keep showing up, and a small sense that someone, somewhere, is looking out for them.

That didn’t happen because of one grand gesture. It came from lots of little ones, including yours!

You are part of a crystal community around the world that proves small choices create meaningful change. And that's something to be proud of.

Thanks to you, a child gets to sit through their afternoon lessons without an empty stomach pulling their focus away. They get one step closer to a brighter future.

Shared by Our Community

"My friend recommended that I shop for my crystals here and I’m so glad I listened to her! I love their products, but what's even better is that every time I add something to my Mindful Souls cart, I think about the fact that somewhere, a kid is getting a hot meal because of it.”

— Jenna R.

Where You Choose to Shop Actually Matters

Conscious shopping isn't just a trend. It actually makes the world a better place.

It simply means being mindful of where your money goes, and choosing to support brands and products that represent your values. It's about shopping intentionally and making purchases connected to a bigger purpose.

More and more, people are choosing to shop with businesses that give something back; not just brands that look good, but ones that actually do good. It's part of a bigger shift: shoppers asking not just "do I like this?" but "who am I supporting when I buy this?"

And that's why brand values matter more than ever right now; every purchase is a small vote for the kind of world you want to see.

This is the importance of supporting responsible businesses. When you choose companies focused on positive impact, your everyday spending adds up to something bigger. It becomes a very real, consistent way of putting your values into action.

How Ethical Brands Create Impact

Ethical brands don't just avoid harm. They actively look for ways to do good, and they build that intention into their everyday operations, not just their holiday campaigns.

For Mindful Souls, that means:

• Donating a meal for every single purchase, no exceptions
• Treating giving as a business goal, not an afterthought.
• Always sourcing crystals ethically through sustainable, trustworthy suppliers.

So Why Choose Mindful Souls?

Transparent brands and customer trust go hand in hand, and that trust is something we never want to take for granted.

At Mindful Souls, having purpose-driven business values is the whole point. Which is why we make sure that every purchase has an impact.

When you're choosing to shop with us, you're not just buying something meaningful; you're choosing products that matter. You're supporting a brand that's trying to do a little more good.

And that's exactly what being part of a mindful community means to us.

Pick Your Fave Product & Make a Difference

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  Silver Larimar Set

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  Crystal Mystery Bag - NEW EDITION

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  Mindful Subscription Box

  A monthly box of curated crystals, jewelry, and healing tools, plus a free welcome gift to start you off on your spiritual journey.

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  The Crystal Wisdom Card Deck

  71 detailed crystal cards with meanings, history, and uses to guide you through healing, manifesting, and everyday intention-setting.

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  Agate Slice Necklace

  A one-of-a-kind Agate Geode slice pendant that’ll turn heads and brighten your mood. Keep Agate’s grounding energy close to keep you steady and calm even on the busiest of days.

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How You Can Celebrate International Charity Day

You don't need a grand plan or a huge bank account to take part in International Charity Day. Some of the most meaningful ways to give back are also the simplest.

Ways to Celebrate International Charity Day

• Make one small conscious purchase today that supports a cause
• Share a brand or cause you believe in with someone you love
• Donate any clothes or items you no longer use to a shelter or home in your city.
• Donate your time by volunteering for an organization doing work you admire

International Charity Day Activities and Ideas

Here's some fun activities you can try to spread some kindness today:

• Write a note of gratitude to someone who's shown you generosity.
• Research one nonprofit doing work in an area you care about and share their story online.
• Call your friends, head to the beach or park, and pick up any litter.
• Help an elderly neighbor with yard work or errands.
• Pay a stranger a genuine compliment.

You're Part of a Community That Gives Back

Here's what we want you to carry with you today: you didn't stumble into this. You chose a brand that made giving part of its foundation, and that choice says something about you.

Every meal shared through Your Purchase Feeds exists because our customers chose Mindful Souls.

So today, on International Charity Day, we just want to say: thank you. For shopping with intention. For choosing a brand that puts its values into action. And for being part of something that reaches so much further than your own doorstep.

Why Take Part in International Charity Day on September 5?

Established by the United Nations to honor the legacy of Mother Teresa, International Charity Day is a reminder that giving, in any form, has the power to change lives.

• ✅ Honors a legacy of selfless giving
• ✅ Spreads kindness to people you'll never meet
• ✅ Can be as easy as buying from your favorite brand

About Mindful Souls

Mindful Souls started in 2018 with a simple idea: to make crystals and spiritual practices feel more accessible in everyday life. Today, we're a community of over 180,000 people exploring these tools in a practical, personal way.

We carefully source all of our crystals directly from ethical suppliers around the world, ensuring they are 100% natural. Each one is also tested and third-party lab certified for authenticity and quality, so you always know what you're working with. If you're curious about how it all started, you can read more on our story page. 

Written by:

Inês Alessandra

Meet Inês Alessandra, our Copywriting Team Lead and gem expert. Inês combines her deep knowledge of gemstones with a passion for nature to enrich our content. Her insights connect the beauty of gems with spiritual and mindful living, making her an invaluable part of our team.

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