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Give More Than a Gift. Give With Purpose.
2026 Holiday Gift Guide
Discover meaningful gifts from independent entrepreneurs, veteran-owned businesses, military families, women-owned brands, artists and purpose-driven creators.
Every purchase is an opportunity to support a small business and make a difference.
Purpose
Meaningful Shopping
Discovery
Independent Brands
Impact
Community Support
CREATIVITY. COMMUNITY. PURPOSE.
From Our Archives
AMOR UMBRELLA | OUR PUBLISHING EXPERIENCE
A Gift Guide with a Story.
A New Chapter for 2026.
Our Holiday Gift Guide is more than an idea. In 2024, AMOR Umbrella brought this concept to life through a 46-page curated publication featuring meaningful gifts, creative products and independent brands. Now we're building on that experience to create new opportunities for 2026.
2024 Holiday Gift Guide
A look back at our previous holiday shopping publication, created to connect shoppers with thoughtful gift ideas, creative products and independent brands.
46 PAGES
DECEMBER 6, 2024
MAGCLOUD
This edition represents the foundation of our ongoing commitment to storytelling, product discovery and entrepreneurial visibility.
Preview the Previous Edition
Archived edition published December 6, 2024.
Opens the original publication on MagCloud.
Explore Something Meaningful
Find Your Perfect Gift
From thoughtful handmade creations to memorable experiences, discover gifts that celebrate creativity, individuality, and purpose. Every discovery is an opportunity to support independent entrepreneurs, artists, and mission-driven brands.
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Celebrate independent artists, talented makers, and creative entrepreneurs through one-of-a-kind finds.
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Give memorable adventures, exciting activities, and meaningful experiences worth sharing.
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Find inspiration, creativity, books, and thoughtful gifts for everyday living.
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Discover independent businesses and creative founders while helping small brands grow.
Celebrate Purpose
Explore veteran-owned, women-owned and mission-driven brands with meaningful stories.
Create Impact
AMOR Umbrella dedicates 10% of profits to veteran initiatives and veteran employment.
2026 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Meet Our Featured Businesses
Discover independent creators and purpose-driven brands through the products they create and the stories behind them. Explore this selection and shop directly with featured businesses.
MANGA & GRAPHIC STORYTELLING
EyePatch
Shadows Dragon
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Stronger Together. Greater Impact.
A Community That Makes an Impact
AMOR Umbrella brings together entrepreneurs, veterans, military families, creators, and community leaders through storytelling, media, and meaningful connections that help independent businesses and purpose-driven brands share their stories with new audiences.
5K+
Monthly digital audience reach
35%
Veterans and military families
40%
Entrepreneurs and founders
25%
Community and nonprofit leaders
Audience figures are illustrative estimates and should be updated using current platform analytics. Monthly reach is not a guarantee of impressions, readership, clicks, engagement, or sales for individual gift guide listings.
Giving & Restoring Hope, One Story at a Time.
Submission Packages
Select the listing option that best fits your business marketing goals.
AMOR Members
Member Listing
Exclusive rates for active AMOR Business & Lifetime Members.
FREE / 1st Product
- ✓ 1st Product/Service: Free
- ✓ 2nd Product/Service: $15
- ✓ Interactive PDF Clickable Link
- ✓ Social Media Push (IG, FB, X, Pinterest)
🎁 Most Popular
Standard Entry
Non-Member Listing
Standard submission for small businesses, authors, and creators.
$25 / 1st Product
- ✓ 1st Product/Service: $25
- ✓ 2nd Product/Service: $15
- ✓ Interactive PDF Clickable Link
- ✓ Dedicated Pinterest Board Feature
Maximum Reach
Giveaway Spotlight
Drive massive social engagement by sponsoring a giveaway.
Custom / Quote
- ✓ Everything in Standard Listing
- ✓ National Giveaway Network Promotion
- ✓ Dedicated Email Broadcast & Tagging
- ✓ Lead Generation & Winner Coordination
More Than a Listing. A Community.
Become Part of the AMOR Community
Connect with a community that brings entrepreneurs, creators, veterans, and purpose-driven businesses together through storytelling, creativity, and meaningful opportunities. Explore AMOR membership and discover ways to connect, collaborate, and grow.
Become an AMOR MemberMembership is optional. You can apply for a Standard Gift Guide Listing without joining AMOR Umbrella.
A Member Benefit for Your Business
First Listing: FREE
For eligible active AMOR Members and Lifetime Members
- First product or service listing: FREE
- Second product or service listing: $15
- Each additional listing: $15
Eligible Members and Lifetime Members can take advantage of this Gift Guide listing benefit while sharing their products and services with holiday shoppers.
Membership enrollment and Gift Guide submissions are separate processes. Active membership eligibility must be verified before the free listing benefit is applied. All listings remain subject to review and approval.
For Entrepreneurs & Independent Brands
How to Get Your Brand Featured
1
Apply & Select Your Listing
Complete the appropriate Gift Guide application and select your participation option.
2
Submit Product Information & Media
Provide your description, pricing, photographs, website, and direct shopping link. Physical samples require prior written approval.
3
Review, Approval & Publication
Once approved and all requirements are met, your listing is prepared for the digital Gift Guide and applicable promotional placements.
2026 Holiday Gift Guide Submission Timeline
Review the important dates and submission requirements before applying. Submit complete materials by the applicable deadlines to allow time for review, preparation, and publication.
Final Vendor Submission Deadline
DECEMBER 1, 2026
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Product Photography & Digital AssetsNovember 20, 2026. Submit high-resolution product photographs and any video demonstrations, television commercials (TVCs), or b-roll needed for your feature by this date. Products requiring photography by AMOR Umbrella must be submitted by this deadline.
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Final Vendor Submission DeadlineDecember 1, 2026. This is the final deadline for applications, product information, descriptions, pricing, links, and required digital materials. Submissions must be complete to be considered.
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Late Submissions & Physical SamplesLate digital submissions may be considered through December 1, 2026, subject to review and available placement. No submissions will be accepted after the final deadline. Physical product samples require prior written approval from AMOR Umbrella before shipping.
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Publication & PromotionBeginning after December 1, 2026. The digital Gift Guide and approved vendor listings will be published on a rolling basis after the final submission deadline. Vendors can generally expect their listing within 5–7 business days after approval, payment (if applicable), and receipt of all required materials.
Important:
Meeting a deadline does not guarantee placement.
All submissions are subject to review, approval,
package requirements, and available publication
opportunities. Publication timelines may vary if
information or materials are incomplete or revisions
are required.
Partner With AMOR Umbrella
Go Beyond a Gift Guide Listing
Explore customized brand partnerships that extend beyond a standard Gift Guide placement. Whether you want to tell your business story or collaborate on a giveaway campaign, AMOR Umbrella can help shape an opportunity around your goals.
Featured Brand Partnership
Editorial and promotional collaboration
Give your business a more prominent editorial presence through an expanded brand feature designed to introduce your story, products, and purpose to Gift Guide audiences.
- Expanded business story
- Enhanced brand presentation
- Multiple product placements, as agreed
- Additional promotional opportunities
Giveaway Partnership
Custom campaign collaboration
Introduce your products through a coordinated giveaway campaign that encourages audience participation and creates opportunities for meaningful brand engagement.
- Product sponsorship
- Coordinated giveaway campaign
- Email and social media promotion
- Lead collection and winner coordination, as agreed
Custom partnership opportunities: All collaborations are subject to review, availability, campaign scope, and a separate agreement or quotation. Deliverables and promotional activities are determined through consultation.
2026 Holiday Gift Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about Gift Guide applications, product submissions, brand partnerships, shopping, and participation policies.
Vendor Listings & Applications
Who can participate in the AMOR Holiday Gift Guide?
Veteran-owned, military spouse-owned, women-owned, independent,
and purpose-driven businesses are welcome to apply. Authors,
artists, creators, service providers, and other independent
entrepreneurs may also submit eligible products or offerings.
All submissions are subject to review and approval.
Do I need to become an AMOR member to participate in the Gift Guide?
No. Membership is optional. Businesses may apply for a Standard
Gift Guide Listing without joining AMOR Umbrella. Active AMOR
Business Members and Lifetime Members are eligible for the
member listing benefit.
What do I receive as an AMOR member?
AMOR membership provides access to the benefits and opportunities
associated with the selected membership. Eligible active AMOR
Business Members and Lifetime Members also receive their first
approved Gift Guide product or service listing at no charge.
Additional listings are $15 each.
Visit the membership page for current membership details.
Visit the membership page for current membership details.
Can I become a member and submit a Gift Guide listing at the same time?
Yes. You may explore membership and submit a Gift Guide listing.
Membership enrollment and Gift Guide submission are separate
processes. Member eligibility must be verified before the
member listing benefit is applied.
How do I apply and pay?
AMOR offers two separate application pathways:
Member Listing: Available to active AMOR Business Members and Lifetime Members. The first product or service listing is free, with an additional $15 for the second and each additional listing.
Standard Listing: Open to eligible businesses without an AMOR membership requirement. The first product or service listing is $25, with an additional $15 for the second and each additional listing.
Select the appropriate package, complete its corresponding application, and submit the applicable payment. Each submission is reviewed before publication.
A Gift Guide application is separate from an AMOR Marketplace vendor application. A Gift Guide listing does not automatically create a Marketplace storefront.
Review listing packages and application details .
Member Listing: Available to active AMOR Business Members and Lifetime Members. The first product or service listing is free, with an additional $15 for the second and each additional listing.
Standard Listing: Open to eligible businesses without an AMOR membership requirement. The first product or service listing is $25, with an additional $15 for the second and each additional listing.
Select the appropriate package, complete its corresponding application, and submit the applicable payment. Each submission is reviewed before publication.
A Gift Guide application is separate from an AMOR Marketplace vendor application. A Gift Guide listing does not automatically create a Marketplace storefront.
Review listing packages and application details .
What is included in each package?
Each package provides an editorial listing in the digital
AMOR Holiday Gift Guide. Package-specific benefits, pricing,
and promotional opportunities differ between Member and
Standard Listings.
Review the package descriptions for the exact inclusions associated with your selected option. Additional promotional services should not be assumed unless they are specifically included or confirmed in writing.
Compare Gift Guide packages .
Review the package descriptions for the exact inclusions associated with your selected option. Additional promotional services should not be assumed unless they are specifically included or confirmed in writing.
Compare Gift Guide packages .
Can I submit digital products or services?
Yes. Digital products, services, experiences, and creative
offerings may be considered for inclusion. Provide appropriate
product images, a demonstration video, commercial clip, or
other high-quality media that clearly represents your offering.
Can I submit multiple products?
Yes. Multiple products or services may be submitted for
consideration. Each must include its required description,
images, pricing, and direct shopping destination. Additional
listings are subject to the applicable package fees.
Products, Samples & Publication
Do I need to send a physical product?
Not necessarily. A physical sample may be requested when needed
for review or photography. If you cannot provide a sample,
you may submit high-resolution photographs, a video demonstration,
commercial clip, or high-definition b-roll for consideration.
Contact AMOR before shipping any physical item.
Are physical samples returned?
Samples are non-returnable by default unless a prepaid return
shipping label is included with the package. Contact AMOR before
shipping oversized or special-handling products.
Will my product automatically be accepted?
No. Every submission is subject to review for quality,
completeness, suitability, and alignment with the Gift Guide.
Submitting an application or paying a submission fee does not
guarantee acceptance or publication. Alternative promotional
opportunities may be offered when appropriate.
When will my listing be published?
Approved listings will be published in the 2026 AMOR Umbrella
Holiday Gift Guide on a rolling basis after December 1, 2026.
Vendors can generally expect publication within 5–7 business
days after approval, receipt of applicable payment, and delivery
of all required materials. Incomplete submissions may take longer.
Can I upgrade my listing?
Upgrade requests may be considered based on availability,
publication timing, and applicable package options. Contact
AMOR before purchasing an upgrade so the team can confirm
available placements and any additional payment.
What happens if my product sells out?
Notify AMOR as soon as possible if a featured product becomes
unavailable. Where possible, the listing may be updated to
reflect availability, direct shoppers to an alternative offering,
or provide an updated shopping link. Changes are subject to
editorial and campaign timing.
How long will my listing remain available?
Listings are part of the 2026 Holiday Gift Guide campaign.
Publication and promotional duration depend on the selected
package and campaign schedule. The digital publication may
remain accessible as an archived edition after the active
campaign. Contact AMOR if you need confirmation of a specific
promotional placement or duration.
Does participation guarantee sales?
No. The AMOR Umbrella Holiday Gift Guide provides promotional
and product-discovery opportunities. While we work to increase
brand visibility through our digital publication and promotional
channels, we cannot guarantee sales, clicks, impressions, or
specific customer results.
Giveaway & Brand Partnerships
How can my business participate in a giveaway partnership?
Giveaway partnerships are handled through a consultation or
custom inquiry rather than the standard Gift Guide listing
application. Share information about your business, proposed
contribution, product or service, and partnership goals so
AMOR can review the opportunity.
Request a Giveaway Consultation .
Request a Giveaway Consultation .
Are giveaways included in standard listings?
No. Giveaway campaigns are separate promotional partnerships
unless specifically identified as an inclusion in a written
agreement. Any product contributions, promotional placements,
responsibilities, and campaign terms should be confirmed
with AMOR before the partnership begins.
How do I request a custom brand feature?
Businesses interested in an expanded editorial and promotional
collaboration can request a Featured Brand Partnership.
Opportunities may include an expanded business story, enhanced
brand presentation, multiple product placements, and additional
promotional opportunities as agreed.
Custom features are reviewed individually and are not part of the standard listing payment process.
Request a Brand Feature .
Custom features are reviewed individually and are not part of the standard listing payment process.
Request a Brand Feature .
Shopping & Policies
How do I purchase a featured product?
Browse the digital Holiday Gift Guide and select the product's
shopping link. You will be directed to the participating
business's designated website or online store to review the
product and complete your purchase.
Are products purchased directly from AMOR?
No. The Holiday Gift Guide is an editorial digital publication
featuring approved businesses, products, and services. Each
listing directs shoppers to the participating business's
designated shopping destination.
Purchases, payments, shipping, customer service, and returns are handled by the individual seller according to that seller's policies.
Purchases, payments, shipping, customer service, and returns are handled by the individual seller according to that seller's policies.
Where can I discover participating businesses?
The AMOR Umbrella Holiday Gift Guide is an editorial digital
publication featuring selected businesses, products, and
services. Shoppers use the links within each feature to visit
the participating brand's own shopping destination.
The AMOR Marketplace is a separate vendor storefront platform where eligible businesses can establish stores and list products or services.
A Gift Guide editorial listing does not automatically include a Marketplace storefront or product listing.
The AMOR Marketplace is a separate vendor storefront platform where eligible businesses can establish stores and list products or services.
A Gift Guide editorial listing does not automatically include a Marketplace storefront or product listing.
Can I update my submission?
Contact AMOR as soon as possible with your requested changes.
Updates are subject to editorial deadlines, review, and
publication availability. Vendors should promptly report
changes to product pricing, availability, descriptions,
or shopping links.
Who owns submitted photographs and media?
Vendors retain ownership of their original photographs,
videos, logos, and other submitted materials. Submission
does not transfer ownership to AMOR Umbrella.
Vendors must authorize the specific promotional uses needed for their Gift Guide participation. The application and submission terms should clearly explain:
• Where AMOR may display submitted materials, including the digital Gift Guide and associated website pages.
• Whether AMOR may resize, crop, format, or make other adjustments necessary for publication.
• Whether permission includes social media, email campaigns, and other promotional placements.
• How long the promotional permission remains in effect.
• Whether AMOR may continue displaying the published edition as an archived Gift Guide after the active campaign ends.
Vendors should review and agree to these terms before submitting materials. Any uses beyond the agreed permission should require separate authorization.
Vendors must authorize the specific promotional uses needed for their Gift Guide participation. The application and submission terms should clearly explain:
• Where AMOR may display submitted materials, including the digital Gift Guide and associated website pages.
• Whether AMOR may resize, crop, format, or make other adjustments necessary for publication.
• Whether permission includes social media, email campaigns, and other promotional placements.
• How long the promotional permission remains in effect.
• Whether AMOR may continue displaying the published edition as an archived Gift Guide after the active campaign ends.
Vendors should review and agree to these terms before submitting materials. Any uses beyond the agreed permission should require separate authorization.
Are submission fees refundable?
Please review the applicable submission and payment terms
before paying. Submission fees cover the application and
review process and do not guarantee acceptance, publication,
sales, or promotional results.
Contact AMOR if you need clarification about a fee, cancellation, or refund request. Refund eligibility is governed by the applicable published terms.
Contact AMOR if you need clarification about a fee, cancellation, or refund request. Refund eligibility is governed by the applicable published terms.
Have another question about an application or custom partnership? Contact AMOR Umbrella .