Inspired by the O. Henry short story "Gift of the Magi", Gift for the Living is a story about a grandmother and her granddaughter who, without the other's knowledge, sell their most treasured possession in order to buy the other a birthday gift. In the granddaughter's quest for the perfect gift, she discovers her grandmother's rich and unique history, a history her grandmother never spoke of. Gift for the Living is a story about love, friendship, loss and sacrifice.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Irma P. HallCarrie Mae | Carrie Mae |
 Juliette JeffersYoung Carrie Mae | Young Carrie Mae |
| RRishonda NapierMaya | Maya |
 Baadja-Lyne OdumsMa Belle | Ma Belle |
 J. Karen ThomasNot listed | Not listed |
 Jimmy Walker Jr.Mr. Jackson | Mr. Jackson |
 Vanessa WilliamsNarrator | Narrator |