Giving Tuesday 2026 takes place on December 1, following Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It is a day dedicated to generosity, community support, and making a positive difference.

This year, make your holiday shopping more meaningful with Ararat Box. Discover thoughtful Armenian gifts that celebrate culture, support small businesses, and help create employment opportunities for young adults with special needs.

With every purchase, you can give someone a beautiful gift while supporting a mission that makes a difference.

What Is Giving Tuesday?

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages people to give back through donations, meaningful purchases, volunteering, and community support.

As the holiday shopping season begins, Giving Tuesday offers an opportunity to look beyond traditional presents and choose gifts that create a positive impact.

With Ararat Box, you can share authentic Armenian products while supporting an inclusive mission.

How Ararat Box Makes a Difference

Since shipping its first box in October 2020, Ararat Box has grown into a mission-driven business connecting Armenian culture, local makers, and meaningful employment opportunities.

Our impact includes:

• 30,000+ boxes shipped to customers worldwide.
• 200+ Armenian brands supported through product sourcing.
• 25+ young adults with special needs employed and supported.

Through a workforce training initiative with the Standing With Our Families Foundation, young adults with special needs participate in preparing and packing Ararat Box orders.

Purchases and donations also help support Armenian small businesses and therapy and support services for children with special needs in Armenia.

Our mission extends beyond gift boxes. We have also helped deliver essential support to children, elderly people, soldiers, and families across Armenia, including communities in remote villages.

Learn more about our mission on the Our Vision page.

3 Ways to Give Back With Ararat Box This Giving Tuesday

1. Donate to Support the Mission

Every contribution helps support inclusive employment opportunities and community initiatives in Armenia.

Visit Ararat Box and use the support section on our homepage to contribute any amount.

2. Purchase an Ararat Box – A Box With Purpose

A meaningful purchase that supports a bigger mission

The Ararat Box – A Box With Purpose is available for $79.99.

Choose a one-time purchase, monthly subscription, or yearly plan. Each option helps support Ararat Box's mission while sharing Armenian products and traditions.

3. Send an Armenian Holiday Gift Basket

Thoughtful gifts for friends, family, and colleagues

Explore Ararat Box Holiday Gift Baskets, available in $50, $100, and $200 options.

Each basket brings together Armenian-inspired gifting and a meaningful story. Enjoy free shipping within the United States.

Meaningful Armenian Gift Ideas for Every Budget

Looking for a thoughtful holiday gift? Here are some options from Ararat Box:

• Under $20: Handcrafted Pomegranate Necklace – $14.99. A beautiful Armenian-inspired keepsake.
  
• Around $40: Small Ararat Box – $39.99. A thoughtful thank-you, birthday, or host gift.
  
• $50–$100: Explore Petite and Signature gift baskets or choose the full Ararat Box.
• Corporate Gifts: Ararat Box corporate gift options start at $89, making them a meaningful choice for employees, clients, and business partners.
  

Looking for more ideas? Read our guide to Corporate Event Gifts That Give Back.

Order Your Holiday Gifts in Time

Planning ahead helps ensure your gifts arrive before the holidays.

Ararat Box offers free shipping within the United States.

Typical delivery estimates:

• West Coast: Under 5 business days.
• East Coast: Approximately 5–7 business days.

Holiday demand and order processing may affect delivery times. Visit our Shipping Policy for additional information.

Make Your Giving Tuesday Gift Count

This Giving Tuesday, choose a gift that means more.

When you shop with Ararat Box, you celebrate Armenian heritage, support Armenian small businesses, and contribute to opportunities for young adults with special needs.

Whether you donate, purchase a gift box, or send an Armenian holiday basket, your choice can help make a meaningful difference.

Give thoughtfully. Share Armenian culture. Support a mission that matters.

Explore Ararat Box and discover gifts that give back.