Admit it; we all love shopping. Whether it’s finding new outfits at the mall or racking up on cute school supplies for the upcoming semester, it’s never a bad time for little retail therapy. Well there’s a way to put those dollars to work for a good cause! Here are a few companies that give back:
1. TOMSFor every pair of of shoes purchased, TOMS donates a pair to someone in need. They also help provide clean water and health necessities. Don’t think those classic loafers are your only option; TOMS also sells boots, wedges, sneakers, and accessories!
2. Warby ParkerWhen you buy a pair of glasses from Warby Parker, they cover the cost of a pair for someone in need. Warby Parker has tons of modern and classic eyeglasses and sunglass styles to choose from.
3. Yoobi
There’s never a bad time to stock up on pens and pencils. Yoobi makes lots of colorful school supplies, and every purchase helps a classroom in the United States get the supplies they need.
4. Roma For every pair of rain boots purchased, Roma will donate a pair to a child in need. Roma offers lots of cute styles and colors, so your bound to find a pair (or two) you like!
5. Smile Squared
Smile Squared makes bamboo toothbrushes, travel bags, and journals from sustainable products. For every toothbrush purchased, the company donates one to a child in need. Travel pouch and journal purchases help fund a wish trip for a child facing a life-threatening medical condition.
6. Twice as Warm
Twice as Warm sells hats, scarves, and gloves: basically anything you’ll need to survive the winter. For every item purchased, Twice as Warm donates the same exact item to a shelter in need of warm clothing.
7. Hand in Hand Millions of people around the world live without clean water or soap. For every purchase made from Hand in Hand, they’ll donate a bar of soap and a month of clean water to a child in need. They also make liquid soap, lip balm, lotion, sugar scrubs, and candles. Check out their Clean Water Collection and shop for a good cause!
9. Pura Vida
Pura Vida bracelets are handmade by artisans in Costa Rica, providing stable full-time jobs for locals. In addition to donating a percentage of proceeds to environmental organizations, Pura Vida partners with hundreds of charities to make customizable bracelets.
Have fun, and shop with a purpose! HCXO!