There is something wonderful about buying something for a cause – you get to donate money to something that you believe in and want to help fight, and you keep something that you can use and will remind you of that fight every time you reach for it.

That’s why I was so excited about the Chantal LIVESTRONG Lance Armstrong Foundation whistling teakettle and mug.

5% of Chantal’s sales on the kettle will be donated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

But it’s not just that. It’s a beautiful kettle with an elegant design – Signature LOVESTRONG yellow enamel on-steel guaranteed not to fade, Debossed LIVESTRONG logo features in the ergonomic handle with comfort grip for easy pouring, oblong handle that loops from the lid, around the spout, and back again.

And there’s just one more thing – it’s single-handed operation for filling and pouring so you can have the phone in one hand while pouring your tea or just be able to pour without struggling! Brilliant!

The kettle has a 1.8 qt. functional capacity and a harmonica whistle to let you know when the water is ready.

The Short & Stout Mug is a white ceramic mug with a yellow gold band that reads, "LIVESTRONG". The mug holds 12 oz. and has a comfortable handle. It holds a good cup of coffee, tea or whatever you’re drinking.

These products, along witht the whole collection, are available through KITCHEN KAPERS, a family-owned upscale kitchenware retailer with 13 stores throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.