While the world suffered collectively during the pandemic, there were a lot of individuals who were hit harder than others. Some experienced extreme boredom and lack of social interaction, while others struggled to get by with the loss of their jobs and sudden medical needs. In such devastating times, it is important to be mindful of your peers and how you spend your money. With that in mind, here is a list of 10 brands that give back to their community who definitely deserve a thorough look!
1. TOMS
Oh TOMS. I remember you well. While the quintessential style of a cloth slip-on was more trendy in the past, they have since expanded their brand to include sneakers, flip flops, even slippers!
Perhaps my favorite thing about the TOMS brand is its mission statement: “We believe in a future where all people have the chance to thrive. That’s why we invest â…“ of our profits in grassroots efforts, like organizations creating change at the local level, and driving progress from the ground up.”
Now, you may be asking yourself- what is the grassroots effect? Grassroots good is the result of a community working to fix issues they are all affected by. This includes scarce opportunities or high rates of crime. By giving leaders within the affected community the resources to create change, one sees solutions to the problems overall. Grassroots help in the thriving of humanity.
Check out this awesome brand who gives back to its community!
2. All Good
The recent pandemic made us appreciate some of our simpler resources- things like toilet paper were suddenly a hot commodity. While the world scrambled to keep itself together, this brand managed to find a way to give back to those already suffering in their community.
Walmart unveiled their All Good diaper brand almost quietly, slipping their commercials in between some of the more garish advertisements. These diapers, claiming to be “made of all of the good, none of the bad” boast themselves to be:
- fragrance-free,
- paraben-free,
- latex-free
- drama-free.
Included in their claim of “no drama,” All Good states that every box of diapers purchased results in another box being sent to a family in need. So while you can be rest assured you are receiving the best product possible, you can also possess an altruistic glow. You know you helped someone while also helping yourself!
3. Thinx
Looking for some comfy undies? Thinx is the place for you! With a wide variety of styles and sizes, this company offers some awesome undergarments along with their altruistic mission.
Not only are Thinx underwear incredibly helpful during that tricky time of the month, but they are also “fighting for better access to puberty education, amplifying grassroots activism, and donating our undies and time.” Their underwear offers a reliable option of feminine hygiene as an alternative to highly taxed tampons or pads.
They are working to push back against discriminatory policies, promote inclusivity, and move the needle on menstrual equity so that everyone can have access to the products they need and ultimately reach their full potential.
4. Bombas
I have a chronic problem that has plagued me for years- I can never keep track of my socks. Sometimes, it seems like the only ones I do manage to hang onto are thin, stretched-out, and overall un-useable.
About a year or two back, my mom bought this pair of socks with an interesting hive design on them, but the real treat was the moment I put them on. Bombas socks are soft, a perfect amount of compression, and keeps away blisters like nobody’s business. But more importantly, they give back.
While their main attraction is socks, Bombas also offers a variety of underwear and t-shirts. While that may seem like an odd mix of products, the reason behind it is actually quite heartwarming. With every purchase, the same item of clothing is donated to a homeless shelter in the U.S, so for every cute shirt, comfy socks, and cozy pair of undies you purchase, someone in need receives the same.
With over 48 million items donated, Bombas definitely deserves your attention!
5. State
While the world was dealing with a new disease, others were fighting once again against an age-old narrative that puts black and POC lives in incredible danger. The pandemic gave a unique opportunity to many people, like me, to take the time to really support the Black Lives Matter movement.
Protests may have died down in your area, but there are still multiple opportunities to continue to give back to those who need it most. In particular, when you buy a STATE bag, you help donate another bag filled with important school supplies at one of the company’s ‘Bag Drop’ rallies.
Along with this, STATE is determined to shine a light on important issues like mass incarceration, female equality, and the Flint water crisis. I am particularly interested in their #WhatDoWeTellKids initiative. This project helps to further use the money donated to pursue the education of the newest generation on the current issues in our modern world.
6. Aurate
I personally have always loved accessorizing more than any other part of fashion when it comes to my own person. However, as I grew older and took better care of my things, I started to look for some nicer jewelry that would last. Most pieces of gold or silver are incredibly high priced, and anything on the cheaper side can’t stand even one accidental trip into the shower.
Aurate Jewelry not only offers beautiful, ethically resourced pieces but also sells them at an incredibly fair price. Their philosophy? “We believe that every woman deserves jewelry that lives up to the high bar she sets. So we focus on what matters: durable materials built for everyday wear and tear, transparent pricing as friendly as your neighbor’s dog, sustainable production to offset our carbon footprint, and tangible giving for a sparkling conscience.”
Aside from the benefit of an incredibly beautiful product, this company also uses your money to donate thousands of books across the U.S. This is instrumental to empower developing literacy and support the imagination of children in need .
With a site almost as beautiful as the jewelry they sell, you should check out Aurate today!
7. L’Occitane
While the French brand L’Occitane offers a variety of incredible beauty products, they have also come out with a specific line of skin care to help those in need.
The Shea Butter used in their products have been being made by the women of Burkina Faso for decades, and since has become a practice that is passed down between mother and daughter. In honor of the partnership, L’Occitane has created a balm, hand cream, and soap with the title of “Solidarity.”
These all-natural products are not only good for you, but 100% of the proceeds go to women’s leadership initiatives in Burkina Faso. The products incorporate the hibiscus flower, a popular plant in the region, into its packaging and scent. This helps further celebrate African culture and the Burkinabe women.
8. 4Ocean
4Ocean has been incredibly close to my heart for about 3 years, and it should be to yours too.
Offering colorful and lovely bracelets made out of recycled plastics, every purchase from 4Ocean comes with the 1 Pound Promis. Your money will be used to pull a pound of plastic from the ocean, rivers, and coastline and therefore help to preserve the life of various sea creatures.
Each color represents certain species- some, like black, representing something as broad as sharks, is comparable to the color purple, specifically geared to the Hawaiian Monk Seal.
Waterproof and incredibly cute looking during those long summer months, 4Ocean offers a fun bohemian jewelry style while also helping to save our planet. They carefully track every pound of trash, so you know your purchase is going to a good cause!
9. Ivory Ella
Elephants have been my favorite animals since I can remember. I have always had a special place in my heart for the gentle giants. I was incredibly devastated when I learned how much danger they are in. Luckily, brands like Ivory Ella not only offer cute clothing options designed around animals I love, they also make sure your money is going to a good cause.
The company believes in the importance of the three C’s “Comfort, Compassion, Consciousness.” They truly believe they can make a difference in the world by making responsible, sustainable designs. They help support a mission that’s close to all of our hearts.
As highlighted on their website, Elephants are “compassionate, loving, and herd-oriented. They’re also at the center of thriving and vibrant ecosystems. We want to do what we can to save them from extinction, and donate 10% of all profits to organizations like Save the Elephants in order to do our part.” This is a great brand that gives back to their community!
10. Bookshop
As awful as quarantine has been, the quiet time spent at my house has allowed me to rediscover my love of reading. I have so many fond memories of getting lost in the stacks of my local bookstore, completely overwhelmed and entranced by the possibilities.
Mega-corporations like Amazon certainly make the purchasing of books easier. However, I do find myself reluctant to stray away from the roots I remember so fondly.
Bookshop fosters the unique opportunity to receive your books quickly and easily while still supporting your local bookstores and your community. With an easy-to-use store locator, Bookshop facilitates the purchase between you and your hometown bookstore completely online.
100% of the profits of your purchase goes directly to the location you acquired your read from!
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