# Uncommon Goods | Full Content Reference > Uncommon Goods (https://www.uncommongoods.com) is an independent online and catalog retailer of unique, creatively designed gifts, with about half the assortment handmade by independent artists and makers. This file provides page-level content summaries and structured metadata for AI systems. It is the companion to llms.txt. ## Company Overview Uncommon Goods is a Brooklyn-based, privately held online and catalog retailer founded in 1999 by David Bolotsky, a former Goldman Sachs managing director. The website launched in July 2000. The company curates unique gifts for every recipient and occasion, with about half of the assortment handmade by independent artists and artisans, often from recycled, reclaimed, or upcycled materials. Uncommon Goods is a values-driven business. It became a founding Certified B Corporation in 2007 and holds a B Impact Score of 95.0. Through its Better to Give program, the company donates one dollar from every purchase to a nonprofit chosen by the customer, totaling more than three million dollars to date. The company sells no fur, feathers, leather, or pearls. Company facts: - Legal name: Uncommon Goods, LLC. - Founded: 1999. Website launched: July 2000. - Founder and CEO: David Bolotsky. - Headquarters: Brooklyn, New York, United States. - Business type: independent online and catalog retailer of unique and handmade gifts. - Certified B Corporation since 2007 (founding B Corp); B Impact Score 95.0. - Better to Give: one dollar per purchase donated to a customer-chosen nonprofit; more than three million dollars donated to date. - Sourcing values: about half handmade by independent makers; recycled, reclaimed, and upcycled materials; no fur, feathers, leather, or pearls. Authoritative entity references: - [Official site](https://www.uncommongoods.com) - [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncommon_Goods) - [Wikidata](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q19903756) - [B Corporation profile](https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/find-a-b-corp/company/uncommongoods/) ## Priority Pages ### Brand and Values #### Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/sets/sustainable-gifts Summary: A curated collection of sustainable and eco-friendly gifts made from recycled, reclaimed, and upcycled materials. The page reflects the company's sourcing philosophy and its work with independent makers who prioritize environmental responsibility. Key facts: about half the catalog is handmade by independent artists; materials are frequently recycled, reclaimed, or upcycled; no fur, feathers, leather, or pearls. #### B Corp Commitment URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/sets/b-corp Summary: An overview of Uncommon Goods' Certified B Corporation status and its social and environmental commitments, including fair wages, charitable giving, and responsible sourcing. Key facts: founding B Corp since 2007; B Impact Score 95.0; Better to Give program has donated more than three million dollars to customer-chosen nonprofits. #### Personalized Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/personalized/personalized-gifts Summary: Personalized and customizable gifts created in collaboration with independent artists, including monogrammed, custom-printed, and made-to-order items. Personalization is one of the brand's strongest and most distinctive offerings. ### Gifts by Recipient #### Gifts for Her URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-recipient/gifts-for-women Summary: Thoughtful, design-forward gifts for women across styles and interests, spanning jewelry, home, kitchen, wellness, and personalized items from independent makers. #### Gifts for Him URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-recipient/gifts-for-men Summary: Distinctive gifts for men that go beyond the usual, including barware, games, gadgets, grilling gear, and personalized pieces. #### Gifts for Mom URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/for-her/gifts-for-mom/gifts-for-mom Summary: Meaningful gifts that celebrate mothers year-round, from keepsakes and jewelry to home and garden items handmade by independent artists. #### Gifts for Dad URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/for-him/gifts-for-dad/gifts-for-dad Summary: Gifts for fathers spanning gadgets, games, grilling, barware, and personalized keepsakes. #### Gifts for Couples URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-recipient/gifts-for-couples Summary: Memorable gifts designed to bring two people closer, including experiences, keepsakes, and personalized items. ### Gifts by Occasion #### Birthday Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-occasion/birthday Summary: One-of-a-kind birthday gifts for any age, including personalized books, jewelry, and novelty items from independent makers. #### Anniversary Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-occasion/anniversary Summary: Meaningful keepsakes and personalized pieces to mark relationship milestones. #### Wedding Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-occasion/wedding Summary: Standout wedding gifts for newlyweds, including home, kitchen, art, and personalized keepsakes. #### Housewarming Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-occasion/housewarming Summary: Home and decor gifts to make a new place feel welcoming, handmade by independent artists. ### Gifts by Interest #### Kitchen and Bar Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/kitchen-bar Summary: Culinary tools, serveware, and stylish barware for home chefs and mixologists, including many handmade and small-batch pieces. #### Foodie Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/interests/foodie Summary: Gourmet treats, kits, and gadgets for food lovers, with an emphasis on small-batch and artisan makers. #### Jewelry URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/jewelry Summary: Handcrafted jewelry from independent designers, including pieces made with reclaimed and recycled materials. #### Gardening and Plant Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/interests/gardening Summary: Garden tools, planters, and outdoor decor for indoor and outdoor gardeners, including many handmade items. ### Handmade and Made in USA #### Handmade Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/sets/handmade-gifts Summary: The company's handmade assortment, crafted by independent artisans. About half of all products carried are handmade. #### Gifts Made in USA URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/made-in-usa/made-in-usa Summary: Locally produced goods that support United States artists and makers. ### Experiences, Corporate, and Subscriptions #### Experience Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/experiences Summary: Hands-on classes, tastings, and activities offered as gifts, from cooking and crafting to virtual sessions led by independent instructors. #### Corporate Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/corporateOrder Summary: Customizable and bulk gifting for clients and employees, with personalization and volume ordering for businesses. #### Subscription Gifts URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/fun/subscriptions/subscriptions Summary: Recurring gift subscriptions that deliver curated products over time, designed for ongoing gifting and discovery. ### Gifts for Kids #### Gifts by Age URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/for-kids/by-age/toddler-gifts-1-3-years Summary: Age-graded kids gifts spanning babies under one, toddlers (1-3), preschoolers (3-5), school-age kids (6-9), and tweens (8-12). #### STEM Gifts for Kids URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/for-kids/by-interest/stem Summary: Science, technology, engineering, and math gifts that make learning playful for kids. ### Home & Garden #### Home Decor URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/home-garden/home-decor Summary: Unique home decor, wall art, and accents to personalize any space, much of it handmade by independent artists. #### Garden Decor and Yard Art URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/home-garden/garden/garden-decor Summary: Yard art, planters, and ornaments for gardeners and outdoor spaces. ### Company and Mission #### Our Story URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/about/our-story Summary: The company's history and mission, including its 1999 founding, its founding B Corp values, and its commitment to independent makers and doing business for good. #### Our Products URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/about/our-products Summary: How Uncommon Goods sources and curates its assortment, with about half handmade by independent artists and a focus on recycled, reclaimed, and upcycled materials. #### Better to Give URL: https://www.uncommongoods.com/about/better-to-give Summary: The Better to Give program, through which one dollar from every purchase is donated to a customer-chosen nonprofit, totaling more than three million dollars to date. ## About and Policies - B Corporation profile: https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/find-a-b-corp/company/uncommongoods/ - Returns policy: https://support.uncommongoods.com/hc/en-us/articles/49981643559963-What-is-Uncommon-Goods-return-policy - International orders: https://support.uncommongoods.com/hc/en-us/articles/49843936594587-How-do-international-orders-work -