I've written in the past about my love of shopping.. and that has yet to change. However, maybe I can turn my impulsive shopping into something that benefits the world in some way. Here is a list of awesome companies that you'll ACTUALLY want to wear and ACTUALLY give back! (It also won't break the budget either!)
Lokai
Recommended for you
10% net profits
$18
Bracelets
You've probably seen or heard of Lokai bracelets before. Each bracelet is attached to a certain charity. The pink bracelet represented breast cancer and the rainbow bracelet represented LGBT community. They've also made Save The Children bracelets, Alzheimer's, (Red), and more. Lokai gives 10% of net proceeds to each respective charity! The bracelets are cute and only $18! Each month they release a new bracelet and charity.
Puravida
$1 per charity bracelet
$5+
Bracelets, clothing, accessories...
Handmade bracelets from Costa Rica, providing safe work environments for artisans. They are affiliated with many different charities. Each bracelet is attached to a specific charity. They also sell other products but only the charity bracelets give back! Also, you can use my code: JamieMartelli20 to save 20% on your order!
Love Your Melon
50% of the profit
$30+
Beanies and hats
Each product from Love Your Melon gives back to non-profit partners for pediatric cancer. They sell adorable beanies and other products! They also have a cute Superhero program where they surprise a child battling cancer with a hat. Everyone needs a beanie in the winter if you life in the north, so you might as well get one that gives back!
The Outrage
At least 15% of the profit
Varying prices
Clothes, bags...
The founders of Outrage were outraged with the sexism in America. They are a feminist organization that raises money for women's empowerment organizations. Each product features an empowering or political statement against sexism. Of course, this company is a bit controversial in what they sell. They gained a lot of recognition at the women's marches this year. They don't however, preach radicalism or promote hatred. Their message is equality and empowerment for women.
TOMS
One for One and other methods are described below.
Varying by product
Shoes, eyewear, bags...
TOMS helps provide shoes, sight, water, safe birth and bullying prevention services to people in need. For each pair of shoes purchased they give an equivalent pair of shoes to those in need. Sunglass purchases fund an eye exam by medical professionals and treatments for those patients in need. With every TOMS Roasting co. products purchased, TOMS donates 140 liters of safe water to a person in need. Each bag purchase helps deliver medical materials and training vital to having a safe birth in nations in need. A purchase of a backpack helps provide training for school staff in response to bullying. TOMS is known for their One for One program.
Roma
For every pair of boots sold, a new pair is donated to a child in need.
$88
Rain boots
Roma is a company that specializes in rain boots. Their prices are comparable to other rain boot brands, so overall it isn't that bad of a price. The boots are not only fashionable but also help end poverty. Their goal is simple and they achieve it one boot at a time. Unless you live in a drought, you are probably going to find a need for rain boots at some point in time, so choosing a brand devoted to end poverty is just a bonus.
WeWood
One for One: one watch for one planted tree
$100+
Watches
WeWood is a watch company that gives back to the environment. They use eco-friendly materials and plant a tree for every purchase. So once you buy one you can point to a new tree and feel responsible for its life. They partner with various environmental groups. They also have both male and female watches, so you don't have to worry about styles and what not.
Warby Parker
One for One: One eyewear purchase for one donated to those in need.
Starting at $95
Eyewear
The brand wants to bring high-quality glasses: both eyeglasses and sunglasses to the general public. Their products are highly competitive with the top brands of eyewear. With each purchase, they donate a pair to those in need of eyeglasses. They offer prescription, reading, and normal lenses. They are super stylish and also offer a home try-on to make sure you get what you want and need.
Ivory Ella
10% of profits
Varies by product
Clothing, jewelry, accessories, hats, drinkware...
Ivory Ella partnered with Save the Elephants to raise money and help prevent extinction due to ivory-seeking poachers. Ivory Ella features cute elephants on each of their products. They got their initial recognition through social media and now their products can be seen all around!
Sevenly
7% of each item
$25.00+
Tops, sweatshirts
Sevenly sells tops and sweatshirts that feature a graphic relating to their cause. They support many different causes and charities including education, cancer research, and the military. They are the perfect graphic tee. Their motto is that people matter. Their clothing delivers that message through empowering messages and clever designs.
Serengetee
10% of profits
Varies by product
Pocket tees, bags, accessories, hats
Serengetee teamed up with various artisans and charities from around the world. Each fabric pattern is connected with a different artisan and charity that directly affects that region. The company offers classic pocket tees that are cute and easy to wear. Instead of buying any casual tee, you might as well buy one that matches your style and helps the lives of people around the world.
So give them a look and shop in a new way: shop to make a difference in the world. There are so many ways to donate to charity just by purchasing something you would have liked anyway. Some of the stores, Pura Vida, Serengetee, and more, accept charity requests so if your most supported charity isn't featured, contact them! Instead of standing idly by, give back. Helping be the change you wish to see in the world.
