Thinking ahead on what to give your loved ones this upcoming Raya? 

This year's Raya will undoubtedly bring forth a deeper meaning as we can finally "balik kampung" in the most authentic sense of the word, which we previously weren't able to due to the pandemic. That being said, there's nothing better than giving your loved ones the gift of tradition and sustainability this Hari Raya as you savour the joy of spending the festive season back in your kampungs with familiar faces whom you've missed.

Here's what we'd greatly recommend:

Organized by the Dignity for Children Foundation, these Raya Gift Boxes, lovingly curated by sew X dignity and bake X dignity, will last far beyond the festival. A little fun fact: Dignity has been providing quality education and holistic care to underprivileged children for the past 24 years. It is currently is the largest, most comprehensive learning centre for the underprivileged in Malaysia and is internationally recognised.

Let's check out their gift boxes, shall we?

1. A Basic Gift Box:

This basic but thoughtful Gift Box of two jars of cookies with a set of three fabric Raya money packets is available at RM110 per box! For the selection of cookies, you can choose two from these four flavours:

- Signature Chocolate Chip Cookies

- Honey Cornflake Clusters

- Pineapple Jam Tarts

- Butternut Cookies

It's worth noting that all cookies are made with love by the young apprentices of bake X dignity! Want to amp up your basic gift box? Dignity is also partnering with Asli Co. and OiLilin, offering their special Malaysian Kuih soap and a jasmine-scented recycled cooking oil candle! You can add either one of these extras to your basic Raya Gift Box for RM155 per box. (Delivery charges apply.)

2. The Sampul Raya Set:

This Sampul Raya set comes in two designs, Ikat and Songket. Made out of up-cycled and local fabrics, the sampul Rayas are sewn by Dignity's own students and refugee mothers from sew X dignity.

If you prefer a no-frills gift, bake X dignity is also offering special onde-onde biscuits made out of butterscotch chips, gula melaka and desiccated coconut served on a pandan butter crust. Priced at RM38 per jar, these biscuits will surely be a delicious hit for your loved ones!

Besides spoiling your loved ones with well-meaning gifts, by purchasing these gift boxes, you're also providing the entrepreneurs with the means to earn an honest living with pride and dignity even as they acquire skills that will equip them for life.

For more information on the lovingly curated Raya Gift Box or individual cookie jars, click HERE. You can pre-order your Raya Gift Boxes via Whatsapp by clicking HERE. Do note that fulfilment will commence from April 12 onwards! For customizable bulk and corporate orders, feel free to contact Melanie at +60 18-988 2745.