Doing unto others: it's the holidays, which means you've got too many gifts to buy for too many special people in your life. But we've got ideas for you--yes, we do--ranging from the geeky to the generous.

Even a queer ol' Scrooge who considers the adage "It's better to give than to receive" loathsome must admit that a gift benefiting a pro-gay cause is a fabulous thing. A few items from last year (or twists thereupon) are being offered again: Human Rights Campaign's "Bearie" ornament from artist Christopher Radko, PFLAG's fleecy pullover and fine California wines, AmfAR's holiday cards, and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights MDS's snow globe and all-star Carols for a Cure compilation CD.

This year offers a cornucopia of nifty new items as well, from funky and hip to family-friendly, to benefit a wide range of causes and organizations.

Red Ribbon Watch, Suede Jacket, Snowy Card Set

Beneficiary: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

This elegant brushed stainless steel Cross watch 1, decorated with a tasteful antiqued red ribbon, comes in men's and ladies' styles. The luxurious brown suede jacket 2, features buttons engraved with red ribbons and the Broadway Cares logo embroidered into the lining. And Stefan Kalinka's watercolor painted cards 3, invite you to send holiday greetings in high style. Supporter Nathan Lane says BC/EFA does "the most important work in the theater community." Watch, $210; Jacket, $175; Cards, $30/box of 12

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"Same Love, Same Rights" lapel pin

Beneficiary: Rainbow Wedding Network

RWN's beautiful double-heart pin, displaying rainbow colors and the phrase "Same Love, Same Rights," proudly proclaims one's support for marriage equality--a bargain at just five bucks. Proceeds will be divided among regional grassroots organizations fighting for gay marriage rights at state and national levels. $5

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2005 Peace calendar

Beneficiary: Living Proof

An acclaimed stage production by and about a 15-member troupe of urban Baltimore GLBT youth, Living Proof is being adapted for a book and documentary film. The 2005 edition of Syracuse Cultural Workers' Peace calendar will benefit these works-in-progress. "The project is all about putting out a stronger presence for urban gay youth," says producer Erin Davies. "Living Proof is really getting the word out." $12.95

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APLA Holiday Cards

Beneficiary: AIDS Project Los Angeles

Sean Hayes is such a card ... designer. So are Hilary Swank and Selma Blair, whose whimsical art decorates APLA's celeb holiday cards. Hayes's depicts gift boxes, Swank whipped up a "Peace Fairy," and Blair's floating girl reaches to touch a star. $14.95 per dozen

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"Love Is Everywhere" designer shirts, Love Rocks CD

Beneficiary: Human Rights Campaign

Love is never out of fashion, especially when designers like Perry Ellis, Donna Karan, Michael Kors, and Calvin Klein are involved. Give one of HRC's "Love is Everywhere" limited edition designer shirts to your main squeeze, and throw in a copy of the Love Rocks CD while you're at it. The 32 contributing artists include Christina Aguilera, Pink, Melissa Etheridge, Ari Gold, the Dixie Chicks, B 52's, Mandy Moore, Dolly Patton, Cyndi Lauper, and Yoko Ono, who offers a Sade-esque mix of her queer anthem "Every Man Has a Man Who Loves Him." Shirts, $21.95-$38; CD, $19.98

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"New Wave '80s" record clocks

Beneficiary: Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network

Share your love of the '80s and GLSEN with these one-of-a-kind timekeepers. Designed by Simon Cantlon, LoungeLife's record clocks incorporate vintage '80s albums and covers--from the likes of Adam Ant, Blondie, Erasure, and Duran Duran--plus decade appropriate fabrics, patterns, fake fur, and squiggly new-wave clock hands. $50

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Holiday card by Shag, Radko ornament

Beneficiary: PAWS/LA

For cool cats--and dog--L.A. retro lounge artist Shag (a.k.a. Josh Agle) designed these very chic holiday cards. PAWS/LA provides care to the beloved companion animals of people with life-threatening and debilitating illnesses, so help keep tails wagging with your purchase of holiday cards and Christopher Radko's adorable "Jingle PAWS" ornament. Cards, $25 per 10; Ornament, $40