Birth of the "Give Back Jar". Start your giving today.
On July 11, 2018, I was suffering from headaches and dizziness, I went to the emergency room at the hospital where a CAT scan was preformed and I was incidentally diagnosed with an aneurysm. I remembered being in shock when the doctor told me I have an unruptured brain aneurysm! The doctor was very comforting when he broke the news to me, “it’s 5 and half millimeters in size, it can be catastrophic and you need to see a neurosurgeon immediately.”
As I waited for the neurosurgeon appointment and surgery, I felt very fearful of the unknown. Although I had the love and support of my family, friends, faith and prayers, sometimes the thoughts of my last breath still frightened me. I had persistent thoughts that any day, hour, or minute could be my last. I feared the most at night that the brain aneurysm would rupture and I would not wake up. Needless to say, I tried to keep my eyes open as long as possible.
I awoke on the morning of October 12, 2018, thinking that I did not give back enough to the world during my lifetime. The thought of giving back more replaced my fear of the unknown. I started to plan for my future life, staying positive and believing that I will make it. From that moment on, I was at peace and happier because my mind was filled with endless possibilities of the future instead of fear.
I am overwhelmingly happy to say that on January 22, 2019, I had a very successful surgery. I feel very thankful and fortunate that my aneurysm did not rupture and to be a survivor. Blessed with a new beginning, I am making it my mission to give back today! In order to make this a reality “Give Back Jars” have been created.
The intention of these jars is to lovingly fill them with your favourite items and gift it to family, friends and anyone else you desire. The person who receives the jar can refill and regift to someone or simply keep for themselves.
100% of the net proceeds from each “Give Back Jar” donated to local programs and to Calgary Health Foundation in support of Neurovascular Research, Newborn Health and Carewest.
Thank you for joining our heartfelt give back journey with the purchase of a “Give Back Jar”. Together we can make it a successful mission to give back.
Each jar has a unique hashtag for you to follow its journey.
With Heartfelt Love,
Benita
Survivor/Founder
Give Back Jars - Unfilled
$9.99 each
1 - 500 mL Glass Mason Jar with BGB label
1 - Handmade fabric topper
1 - String or ribbon
1 - Unique hashtag
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location in Canada.
Give Back Jars - Unfilled
$8.99 each
1 - 16 oz Plastic Jar with BGB label
1 - Handmade fabric topper
1 - String or ribbon
1 - Unique hashtag
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location.
Lovingly fill them - Refill & Regift to anyone you desire and on special occasions:
Friends Teachers Neighbours
Charities Colleagues Mothers
Fathers Brothers Sisters
Daughters Sons In-Laws
Uncles Aunts Nieces
Nephews Cousins Pets
Thanksgiving Christmas
Anniversaries Weddings
Birthdays Baby Showers
Suggested fillers:
Candies Teas Chocolate Recipes
Cereals Jewellery Socks Scarves
Cosmetics Inspirational Verses
Novelties Pet Treats Stationary
Nuts Fruits Poems Love Notes
Gift Cards Jams Pickles Cash
The above Jars are called Blessings and the intention is as follows:
Write a note when something good happens (big or small) throughout the year!
Drop it in the jar. On New Year's Eve empty the jar and read the blessings you were given for the year!(Don't forget the little things we take for granted)
Suggestion: if you are gifting this jar to someone, you can write a few notes with the date from yourself and drop it in the jar.
Blessings Give Back Jar: $24.99 each (includes):
- 1 L Glass Jar.
- Handmade Topper with a Cross or Angel charm.
- Note paper.
- 2 Assorted pens.
- 1 Travel size pack of Kleenex to wipe the joyful tears away.
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location in Canada.
A unique gift for yourself, family and friends.
The above Jars are called Bucket List and the intentions are:
Write what you want to do on the bucket list wish cards (whatever your heart desires) and drop it into the jar. As you complete each one, save the cards in the pouch for a walk down memory lane with family and friends.
Bucket List Give Back Jar $29.99 each (includes):
- 750 mL Glass Jar.
- Handmade polyester square Topper.
- 50 paper bucket list wish cards.
- 1 pen.
- 1 mini metal bucket.
- 1 message in a bottle.
- 1 pouch.
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location in Canada.
Love Mug
For those who have everything!
Want nothing!
All they need is Love!
Write your love notes; poems; phrases and what your heart says.
Love Mug $24.99 (includes):
- 1 Polyester topper
- 52 Blank note papers
- 2 Pens
- 1 XOXO Clip
- Great for Anniversaries, Birthdays, Date Night memories, or just to share the Love.
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location in Canada.
16 oz Plastic Jar with fabric topper.
Includes:
4 Assorted Mini Doll keychains.
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location in Canada.
750 mL Glass Jar with topper.
Includes:
1 Pair of novelty food graphic socks,
total length 30 cm/12", width 3", fits shoe size approx. 5-10.
No heels, unisex.
Material: Polyester/Spandex.
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location in Canada.
500 mL Glass Jar with handkerchief topper.
Includes:
Beautiful imported dried flowers and a decorative butterfly.
Place a few drops of essential oil in the jar to enjoy a day of relaxation.
Jar in unique, one of a kind, assortment may vary.
Free shipping via Canada Post.
Your order may take between 5-10 days to arrive depending on your location in Canada.