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Lupus has long been one of medicine’s most complex and underfunded diseases. Now, with a stronger clinical pipeline and growing industry interest, Lupus Ventures is stepping in to close the funding gap and prioritize return on mission over return on capital.

Jem Stein, founder of Daring Capital, shares why early stage impact funding fails founders, who gets overlooked by investors, and what the UK ecosystem must change to back durable, mission driven businesses.

After 15 years in clinical practice, Shawn Gibbs saw patients delay care because of outdated medical gowns. GIV Gowns was created to restore dignity, confidence, and trust inside the exam room.

Rob Avis explains how 5th World builds regenerative food, water, and energy systems that help people create resilient and self sufficient properties.

Native Forward CEO Angelique Albert explains how the organization scaled past 400 million dollars in scholarships and outlines a clear vision to meet the unmet needs of every Native student across 500 Tribal Nations.

Tanbii turns climate action into a simple daily habit through play. Players plant virtual trees, complete missions, and trigger real reforestation through verified partners. In this interview, CEO Robert Luo explains how the idea started and why joy keeps people engaged in restoring the planet.

Tab for a Cause began as a simple idea in a college dorm and has grown into a platform that has raised two million dollars for nonprofits. Co founder and CEO Alex Groth explains how everyday browsing can fuel real impact and why the company focuses on making digital giving effortless.

Lola Arnao is a mother-daughter slow beauty brand creating clean, plastic-free skincare for sensitive skin. Handcrafted in Oregon, their products prove that sustainable, effective self-care can be simple, gentle, and kind to the planet.

Raccoon Eyes AI helps universities measure, understand, and reduce food waste through smart data, AI-powered scanners, and student engagement. Co-founder Ivan Zou shares how a Georgia Tech project grew into a mission to change how campuses think about sustainability.

Oddbird CEO Mehmet Gürbüzer shares how the Sweden-based brand is redefining wine culture with world-class, alcohol-free wines crafted through innovation, purpose, and a mission to change how the world celebrates.

After surviving childhood cancer, Vladimir Vukicevic founded Better & Better to make wellness effortless. His vitamin-infused toothpaste transforms daily brushing into a simple, sustainable way to boost health and care for the planet.

In this spotlight interview, Waiākea Co-Founder and CEO Ryan Emmons shares how a vision born in Hawai‘i grew into a global movement for sustainable hydration.

Lulo is reimagining how families interact with the WIC benefit system. By surfacing exactly which items are eligible in real time, Lulo helps users redeem more of their benefits, shop with confidence, and save precious time and energy.

Anduba, founded by Flavia Pereira, is reshaping the design industry through sustainable wallcoverings that blend Indigenous artistry with modern aesthetics.

Dignity Made empowers coconut farmers in the Philippines with fair wages, safe jobs, and sustainable products—restoring dignity, breaking cycles of debt, and creating hope for the next generation.

Sisters Kaitlin and Sydney Wiseman combined medicine and toy design to launch Playhouse MD, a startup reimagining kids' healthcare through play. In this interview, they share the lightbulb moment that sparked the idea and how they’re making pediatric care less scary—and more empowering—for families.

In this spotlight interview, Nicco Magnotto shares how a personal health journey led him and his brother to launch Nic Nac—a clean, slow-release nicotine product designed for mental clarity without the crash.

Deirdre Bird, founder of Dri Umbrellas, shares how a broken umbrella and a haunting ocean plastic documentary inspired her to launch a sustainable brand with a bold mission: to turn recycled ocean-bound plastic into durable, high-quality umbrellas.

Pankaj Asthaana, founder of Impactis, shares how his early life challenges and experience scaling global financial systems inspired him to launch a borderless scholarship platform built for scale.

Bono uses technology to streamline the donation process, offering users personalized charity portfolios, one-click donations, and real-time updates on their impact.

Discover how Hanky Gang is reinventing the handkerchief as a stylish, sustainable alternative to paper tissues—planting trees and reducing waste one hanky at a time.

In this Spotlight Q&A, we sit down with Tiffany Chiu, the visionary behind JulieMay—an award-winning lingerie brand born from a personal mission to create truly skin-friendly underwear for women.

In this Spotlight Q&A, we sit down with Jesse Joeckel, the founder of Whalebone—a Montauk-born apparel brand that has, over the past sixteen years, become synonymous with coastal craftsmanship, community spirit, and an authentic “life by the water” ethos.

Discover how Aerflo is reinventing sparkling water through sustainable design, eliminating single-use waste, and building a hydration brand with purpose.

Discover the origin story of Bee Wild Outside, a sustainable sun care brand born from a personal health crisis and a mission to protect both skin and planet with refillable, reef-safe solutions.

Beyond pioneering an innovative building method, Azure Printed Homes is driven by a bold mission: to make housing smarter, faster, and greener.

Rancho West is a lifestyle beer brand celebrating connection, innovation, and sustainability. Here's a Q&A with Co-founder Jason Thompson.

Original Duckhead is a London-based, design-driven and eco-friendly umbrella brand dedicated to creating high-quality, long-lasting umbrellas that are as stylish as they are sustainable.

Their BPI Certified Compostable cups are designed to break down in home composters in just six months or in less than ten weeks in a commercial setting, ensuring a minimal environmental footprint.

With heartfelt missions and dynamic approaches, these visionary women-led companies are not just selling a product or a service. Rather, they are redefining what it means to support families in the modern world.

In this interview, Parm Bains, co-founder of SHICKEN, provides insights into the origins of SHICKEN Foods, its mission-driven approach, positive societal and environmental impact, and funding rounds.

BLK Alchemy, a plant-based sensual wellness and body care brand, is dedicated to affirming Black Women and Femmes worldwide.

Evidencity, a company founded to combat modern slavery and improve supply chain transparency, represents more than a business—it signifies a shift towards a fairer, more ethical global market.

In episode 202 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Emma Bukowski, founder of Noserider, on journey of becoming a surfer and starting her sustainable swimsuit brand in Bali.

In episode 199 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Kevin Noertker, Co-founder and CEO of Ampaire, on his journey and the vision to decarbonize aviation. He discusses the advancements in hybrid electric planes and the challenges of building a sustainable future for aviation. Kevin was na

In episode 198 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Jason Marks and Forrest North, Co-founders of TELO Trucks, on their journey to creating TELO Trucks, an electric vehicle company focused on building utilitarian small trucks. The founders talk about their backgrounds in the EV industry

Climatize, conceived after participation in a FridaysForFuture march in Barcelona, recognizes the collective power found in like-minded investors with shared

SuperCircle is a pioneering fashion technology company leading the shift towards a more circular economy.

Baabuk is a responsible fashion brand headquartered in Switzerland redefining the meaning of ethical and sustainable fashion in a unique and compelling way. Established in 2013 by the visionary couple Dan and Galina Witting, Baabuk’s journey began with a profound respect for tradition and an unwaver

Meet Optera, the startup building a climate tech platform dedicated to corporate decarbonization. The platform empowers corporations to take action, aligning with the global goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. As the largest contributors to worldwide carbon emissions, corporations bear a r

Thistle Farms, a nonprofit social enterprise, has been a beacon of healing and hope for women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction for a quarter of a century.

Meet Guy and Abi, founders of Pura, and a husband-and-wife team driven by their passion for creating a better, greener future for the next generation. Through their innovative and environmentally responsible approach, they have set new standards for the baby care industry, offering parents a range o

As we navigate a technology-driven landscape where managing finances, grocery shopping, and stock market investments are effortlessly executed with a simple click, it’s high time that charitable giving is granted the same level of convenience and accessibility. Enter Daffy, a new app reimagining the

For those unfamiliar with FreeWater, this innovative concept revolves around providing free water while intertwining sustainability, charitable contributions, and advertising in a novel way. Wondering how it’s possible? FreeWater’s sustainability model is fueled by ads that adorn eco-friendly cans a

CleanHub’s ambitious mission to combat plastic pollution and foster a circular economy stands as a much needed innovation in a world grappling with environmental challenges around plastics. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans, rivers, and landfills. This plastic can ta

In episode 190 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, we speak with Nisha Anand, CEO, of Dream.org, on bringing all sides together to solve problems through policy and entrepreneurship.

In today’s rapidly evolving world, the fashion industry faces mounting pressure to address environmental and social challenges. Recognizing the urgent need for innovation, TrusTrace has created a technology platform that empowers fashion companies to navigate the complexities of their supply chains

In episode 188 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, we speak with Mel Elias, co-founder of Bruvi, on disrupting and innovating the in-home, single-serve coffee experience with a more tastier and sustainable alternative. Listen on Apple Podcasts. Listen on Spotify. Listen to more Causeartist podcasts.

In Episode 162 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, we speak with Sascha Deri, Founder and CEO of bluShift Aerospace, on empowering humanity’s access to explore and develop our economy to Space while safeguarding life on our home planet.

Parker Clay is a luxury lifestyle brand with goods designed in Santa Barbara, California and made in Ethiopia, where they are creating opportunities for women to become economically independent, all the while crafting gorgeous leather and hand woven products.

The story behind the sparkling engagement tradition is a long history of politics, capitalistic greed and propagandist marketing. With giant heritage brands dominating the conversation and perpetuating misinformation, Valley Rose has taken on the huge task of dismantling these systems of oppression

George McGraw is a leading expert on water and sanitation in the United States and around the world, and is often featured in global media including Forbes, CNN, NBC, and more. Listen to more Causeartist podcasts. He currently serves as the Founder & CEO of DigDeep, the only WaSH (water, sanitation

Co-founders Heather Jiang and Jen You are changing the fashion industry by introducing their eco-friendly accessory brand, Allégorie.

In episode 139 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, Causeartist contributor Rafael Aldon, speaks with Ben Jeffreys, CEO of ATEC*, on how clean cooking can offset more carbon emissions than the global airline industry. Listen to more Causeartist podcasts. As ATEC’s CEO and strategic leader Ben has an

In episode 136 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, Causeartist contributor Rafael Aldon, speaks with Simon Schillebeeckx, Co-founder of Handprint and Global Mangrove Trust, on the convergence of digitization and sustainability.

For those not yet aware, DoneGood makes it easy for people to transform from “consumers” to “changemakers” every time they shop.  Forbes called DoneGood “The Amazon for Social Good.”  It’s a top marketplace to find all sorts of items from clothing to bedding to jewelry to coffee to household cleaner

In episode 135 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Carlo Mondavi, Co-founder of Monarch Tractor, on making sustainable farming economically superior and cleaner with fully electric and autonomous tractors.

In episode 134 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Anieke Lamers, Co-founder of Peekabond on building a digital playground for global families to stay closer connected through childhood development. Listen to more Causeartist podcasts. Anieke is an ex-VC turned social entrepreneur on a m

In episode 133 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Christie Lagally, Founder & CEO of Rebellyous Foods, on using her aerospace and engineering background to scale access and affordability to delicious plant based chicken. Christie Lagally is the founder and CEO of Rebellyous Foods, a foo

In episode 131 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Gregory Vetter, CEO of Tessemae’s on taking huge risks to start a clean label food company and pioneer clean label manufacturing. Listen to more Causeartist podcasts. Greg is the CEO of Tessemae’s, flavor-forward, organic fresh food comp

In episode 128 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Bryan Bolling, Founder of Beringei Clothing, on using technology and platform to empower the next generation of sustainable fashion designers. Beringei started with a simple premise: the fashion industry is outdated, wasteful, and stale.

In episode 120 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Olowo-n’djo Tchala, Founder and CEO of Alaffia on cultivating beauty, equality, and empowerment in West Africa and around the globe through personal care products.

In episode 119 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Cliff Pollard, Founder of Cream Co Meats, on creating a direct market for sustainable, regenerative and family-owned farms. Listen to more Causeartist podcasts here. About Cream Co Meats Cream Co.’s mission is to revolutionize a highly c

In episode 117 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast I speak with Shannon Falconer, Co-founder and CEO of Because, Animals, on the future of sustainable pet food. If you enjoy this podcast, please rate and review the show. It’s a huge help. Thanks! Shannon Falconer is a scientist with expertise in cell

In episode 112 of the Disruptors for Good podcast I speak with Sophia Wang, Co-Founder of MycoWorks, on disrupting the fashion industry by creating a biomaterials company that has developed natural alternatives to leather and plastics using mushroom mycelium technology.

In episode 29 of the Investing in Impact podcast, we speak with Dan Miller, Founder and CEO of Steward on creating an innovative online lending platform that helps fund the growth of regenerative agriculture for the next generation of regenerative farmers. Dan Miller is the Founder and CEO of Stewar

In episode 28 of the Investing in Impact podcast, we speak with Jacqueline van den Ende, Co-founder of Carbon Equity, on enabling access to alternative investments such as Climate Venture Capital, Climate Private Equity, and other asset classes. Jacqueline is an entrepreneur and investor passionate

In episode 106 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, we speak with Christoph Langwallner, Co-Founder & CEO of WhatIF Foods, on using degraded lands to create innovate future fit crops and foods that nourish us and our planet. In 2018, 25 years after inventing the triple bottomline, Prof. John Elkingto

Meet Bizzy, the organic coffee concentrate energizing social entrepreneurship. Founders Alex and Andrew started Bizzy with one goal in mind; to produce the healthiest and most convenient products on the market.

In episode 101 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, we speak with Josh Goldman, Ph.D., Co-founder of KoBold Metals, on the future of efficient and sustainable mineral exploration and how electric vehicle batteries can create a circular economy for mobility. KoBold Metals is developing artificial inte

In episode 98 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with Akhil Sivanandan, Co-founder of GreenStory on combining supply-chain sustainability analysis with informative graphics to help brands show customers the exact impact they can make by choosing sustainable products. The mission of GreenSto

In episode 84 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with Hugues Didier, Co-founder of PANAFRICA, on quitting his job to start an impact sneaker company that invites transparency, creates educational opportunities, and invests in job training across Africa. A little over five years ago, Hugues

In episode 76 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with Mark McTavish, CEO & Co-Founder of Pulp Culture on changing our relationship with alcohol and creating the world’s healthiest adult beverage. Beverage Industry Veteran Mark McTavish (CEO & Co-Founder) and Plant-Based Performance Mogul Br

Disclaimer: This article is written by the Co-founder of Cambio & Co., an ethical fashion company who has worked with Rags2Riches since 2017. Cambio & Co. is also a partner in officially launching R2R’s online channels in North America. My ethical fashion journey began seven years ago. Like many thi

In episode 70 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with Tom O’Keefe on using Twitter as a force of good and how sponsoring race bibs for immigrant and low-income runners have a tremendous impact on lives. Tom O’Keefe is the founder of Stride for Stride, a running organization that buys race b

In episode 14 of the Impact India podcast, I speak with Megha Rawat, founder of Kurio, a sustainable fashion brand that conceptualizes and manufactures upcycled, handmade, and locally crafted footwear. How did Megha’s love-hate relationship with her mother’s resourcefulness inspire her journey in co

Meet My Bear Jeff, a company that seeks to help children who have experienced trauma in their early lives. My Bear Jeff is a buy one give one for teddy bears, giving back to kids who’ve gone through trauma. The bears provide a sense of comfort when they may not have it otherwise and a…

In episode 33 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Hayley Santell, the Founder of MADI Apparel about creating an ethical fashion brand using American manufacturing, giving back, and empowering women affected by domestic violence. I had the great opportunity to sit down and chat with Hayl

In episode 32 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Tamra Ryan, the CEO of the Women’s Bean Project about ending the cycle of poverty for women who have been chronically unemployed due to addictions and/or incarceration. Tamra Ryan is the CEO of Women’s Bean Project, a social enterprise t

In episode 31 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Alex Stephany, the founder of Beam, on solving homelessness using crowdfunding and technology. About Beam and How it’s Solving Homelessness Beam is a crowdfunding platform solving homelesses by enabling new career opportunities for homel

Meet Rewilder, a sustainable fashion brand that finds beauty in discarded industrial materials, upcycling them into classic products that highlight their strength and durability. The brand is women owned, and manufacture ethically in Los Angeles. The mission was to design a product that was complete

Meet Resera, a social impact jewelry brand based out of Nashville, TN that employs women who are transitioning out of homelessness. They have created an opportunity to uplift their employees by providing transitional housing, career counseling, financial training, and more. Currently, they are worki

In Episode 27 of the Disruptors for Good podcast I speak with Justin Polgar, the Co-Founder of YES Cacao on why botanical chocolate can revolutionize healthy living. Justin is an alchemical chocolate technologist, focusing his chocolate innovation toward education in the holistic health and wellness

Saul’s Light is a New Orleans-based nonprofit that provides support and community to families with babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Below is an interview with Kimberly Novod, co-founder of the organization about what issues families face when having a child in the NICU and how her

In Episode 18 of the Disruptors for Good podcast I speak with Seungah Jeong, CEO of MPOWERD and John Salzinger, Co-founder of MPOWERD on creating affordable and accessible clean energy for all humanity. About MPOWERD It is estimated that three billion people around the world don’t have access to ade

In Episode 12 of the Disruptors for Good podcast I speak with Prashant Mehta, the Founder and CEO of Conscious Step, a social enterprise creating comfortable and beautiful socks that support social good causes with every pair sold.

Meet Scot Chisholm, the CEO & Co-Founder of Classy. The social enterprise technology company creates modern online fundraising tools to accelerate nonprofits and their mission. Scot came up with the idea for Classy during a pub crawl fundraiser to honor his mother, a two time breast cancer survivor.

In Episode 4 of the Disruptors for Good podcast I spoke with Dallas Crum, co-founder of Vivid Roots, on social impact travel, clean water, and impacting lives in Guatemala and Ecuador. Listen to more Causeartist podcasts. Vivid Roots mission is to inspire people to live life vividly and help those i

Socials – Coffee & Humanity. Straight from their name, the combo of lattes and life, what’s not to love? Socials is a social enterprise set up with the aim of generating employment opportunities for the deaf community in Cambodia. The Socials team is on a mission to change the perceptions and uninte

MPOWERD is a company that makes portable solar lights. The company was started in 2012 by John Salzinger and Alex Green. MPOWERD’s mission is to provide clean and affordable energy to people in developing countries. MPOWERD’s products are designed to be used in off-grid situations, such as in remote

Freeleaf works to end exploitation and abuse against women by providing employment to at-risk women.

The Brooklyn based social entrepreneur couple of Scot and Jacq Tatelman wanted to do something that created true impact. Not just donate product or a percentage of sales, but truly be in the community they serve. In 2009 they were inspired. They founded Country Roads Foundation – a nonprofit organiz

Topiku Topiku makes SoCal streetwear-inspired hats from textile offcuts, leather scraps and HDPE plastics typically found in buckets.

Many may know Away Travel from social media and their innovative design that enables the ability to charge your devices straight from their suit of luggage products. What you may not have known is that Away is one of the most socially impactful brands in the world. Since day one the founders of Away

YUVA Unstoppable is on a mission to make sure that no child in India stops attending school because they don’t have access to something much of the world takes for granted. The organization works to create and renovate bathrooms in schools so that children can get an education without jeopardizing t

Meet Marc Skid, a premium, eco-friendly, and organic cotton underwear brand with a passion for bettering the world.

I have always been fascinated by the creative process: diving deep into your imagination, forging new ideas, and bringing your own vision to the world. This is why I realized very early on during my college years that I wanted to be an entrepreneur and carve my own path. I not only have a visceral…

When it comes to solving a problem, one usually looks at the data to see why or how things are happening. But just using data doesn’t tell the whole story, which is why Durell Coleman, founder and CEO of DC Design, a social design firm based in San Francisco, has centered his approach on human-cente

Cape Clasp was founded in 2013 by creating a bracelet shaped like Cape Cod. Through this humble beginning, founder Patrick Clarke, has went on to create a full fledged purpose-driven brand with a mission to #makewaves for marine life causes. For my inspiring impact business stories, listen to the Di

Meet Fig Loans. Fig changes the way people with bad credit experience banking. They offer emergency loans and financial stability products to get you through unpredictable financial challenges.

Meet Outland Denim, a social enterprise creating premium denim products that help tackle the worlds human trafficking crisis. Every 30 seconds, someone is sold in the human traffic industry. Once in, it’s nearly impossible to escape. Human trafficking is quickly surpassing drugs and guns as the worl

Photo credit: Tent Foundation Refugee and crisis, not two words that generally start an inspirational article or thought process, but hey, I’m going to take a swing at it. Although the statistics are daunting: Daunting Statistic – 65.6 million people around the world have been forced from home. Daun

Meet Eone, an innovative watch company creating one watch that can be used by people whether they are sighted or blind. It all started at MIT, when Hyungsoo Kim, founder of Eone, was a graduate student. In class he noticed that his friend and classmate couldn’t tell time. He was blind, and embarrass

Modibodi creates modern underwear to support women through life’s “unmentionable” moments, from menstruation to leakage, and for all stages of a woman’s life, including girl and motherhood. The powerful panties come in all shapes and sizes, empowering the fearless woman wearing them. Their underwear

Tucked into the corner of West End Marg Saidulajab, New Delhi, is a cute little coffee shop called Blue Tokai, roasting and brewing coffee right onsite. As a frequent traveler to India, I could have almost kissed Kriti for introducing me to the discovery. As we chatted over a flat white and iced cof

Meet Goodio, the pioneering organic chocolate company founded on transparency and sustainability. Goodio’s roots lay in innovation provided by founder of Jukka Peltola, a former game developer at Rovio, the company responsible for Angry Birds. After a creative career in technology and entertainment,

Ethically sourced, fair trade, naturally farmed, locally roasted. Now that sounds like a good cup of coffee. Coming from Gambela, Ethiopia, 734 Coffee is more than just exceptional coffee, it represents hope for over 200,000 displaced South Sudanese citizens who currently live in the region after fl

The rise in conscious consumerism and fair trade fashion over the past few years has led to positive growth for artisans living in rural communities. Craftsmanship has finally been given the recognition it deserves, and tourists and retailers are beginning to agree to appropriate, fair pricing inste

The Orenda Tribe is a lifestyle brand empowering young refugees through visual arts. The art pieces are printed onto 100% organic cotton shirts and sold worldwide to help bring more arts and opportunity to youth living in refugee camps and vulnerable communities. The adorable designs bring a smile t

This post originally appeared on Change Creator Magazine. Check it out here   Lee is a native of Nampa, Idaho and is in his late twenties. A self-proclaimed “regular guy doing extraordinary things”, Lee’s mission is to develop products that benefit people around the world.   The first of his project

Lubanzi Wines are a social impact wine brand based in South Africa that strives to improve access to high— quality health and education for farm workers in the wine region. The founders of Lubanzi Wines, Charles Brain and Walker Brown, after traveling across South Africa were inspired to build partn

Fitppl is a BCorp certified collective of individuals who are producing forward thinking products, such as plant— based protein powders and ethical apparel. The founder of fitppl, Patrick Schecht, strives to reduce plastic pollution by using kraft paper pouches and wooden scoops for their protein po

Elliot for Water is the first social good search engine that empowers its users to help people in need of clean water by allocating its ad revenue to impact projects. One fifth of the global population has no access to clean water, leading to death of six thousand people per day due to water-related

Based in Columbus, OH, Aunt Flow is a buy-one, give-one subscription box for 100% cotton tampons and pads. Menstruators can visit auntflow.org, customize their box, and have it delivered to their door each month. For each box purchased, Aunt Flow donates one to someone without access to menstrual pr

Mike and Kory left their 9 to 5 behind to bring about change for Canadian children in need of a meal. Their ethical apparel line, Tenfed, provides 10 meals with every item sold, working alongside their charity partner, Kids Against Hunger Canada. Their collection of shirts, snapbacks, and signature

For every headband sold, Headbands for Hope gives one to a child with cancer. Headbands of Hope is a simple accessory that instills confidence in kids battling cancer. “How you feel about yourself can effect the healing process and overall quality of life.” -Jess Ekstrom, founder Why does Jess belie

Meet Tree Tribe, a social enterprise that plants 10 trees for every eco-friendy pair of sunglasses that are purchased. Tree Tribe partners with non-profit organizations that plant trees to naturally replenish the environment, while at the same time providing food, shelter, and economic opportunities

This Bar Saves Lives makes ridiculously delicious snack bars with a mission! For every bar sold, the company gives life-saving food to a child in need. Made with real, whole ingredients and certified non-GMO, gluten free, fair trade, and bee friendly, This Bar Saves Lives snack bars are a snack that

Do you ever hear about these amazing organizations that are changing the world and think to yourself, “How did I not know about this?” Prepare to add one more to that list. Back on My Feet is a national non-profit that works to revolutionize the way our society approaches homelessness. Through the p

Play Hard Give Back is a snack food company and lifestyle brand that motivates athletes to give back to social causes. PHGB athletes are committed to going beyond their sport by representing nonprofit organizations of their choosing. Through partnerships with hotels, outfitters, offices and more, PH

Kidbox is a new social impact brand utilizing the joy of opening a gift as a way to make an impact together. They use custom code to deliver personalized boxes of stylish clothes for boys, girls, and toddlers sizes 4-14, while simultaneously outfitting a child in need for every box purchased. Kidbox

Afghanistan, Syria, Mali, Yemen – all countries home to extraordinary craftsmanship have been isolated from the modern economy by war and insecurity. A new startup called ISHKAR hopes to change this with their initial launch in Afghanistan. Products will range from carpets designed by Frank Gehry an

“Always do the right thing son.” that’s a quote from Stephens father. Stephens father passed away from cancer at the age of 53 when he was a sophomore in college, but that message has always stayed with him.  He taught Stephen how to love and the importance of giving back. Now Stephen is the Founder

MovingWorlds is a social impact organization addressing the global talent gap. The online platform and community connects people who want to travel and volunteer their expertise directly with social impact organizations around the world. You can lend your talents in basically every different sector.

SOLO Eyewear creates environmentally friendly sunglasses that fund eye care, encourage adventure, and inspire individuals to change the world. Each pair of SOLOs purchased funds eye care for people in need through prescription eyeglasses and sight saving eye surgeries. They have already restored vis

The Anchal Project started out as a small group of students passionate about designing change for oppressed women. The project now impacts the lives of over 150 sex workers in India.

The Dominican Light Project, led by the social enterprise Esenciales J.S. SRL, is aiming to achieve an absolutely incredible goal. They want to light up an entire country, providing a sustainable source of light for people currently forced to live in the dark. Right now, 88% of the population in the

For those who don’t know who STOKED is prepare to be excited. They are one of the most innovative non-profits in America using action sports to reach teens in some of the most vulnerable areas. The mission of STOKED is to provide inspiration to teens through riding a wave, building a skateboard, and

Meet MADI Apparel, for every pair of underwear they sell, they donate a pair to a woman in need. Why? Because underwear is the most needed, under-donated item of clothing. MADI Apparel is a women’s undergarment brand with the dedication to Make a Difference domestically and globally. MADI was founde

Azura Bay is an online boutique that offers women a way to shop for stylish lingerie, swim, and loungewear by their values. All products and brands are selected based on their ethical production, local options, artisan & handmade production, Fair Trade and eco-friendly fabrics and production process

Dallas Crum, Dylan Carlson, Trever Bostrom, and Connor Kingsbury started Vivid Roots to inspire people to follow their passions and enjoy all that life has to offer. They promote adventure and pushing life’s limits. Vivid Roots believes that we should make the world better for all those who surround

BANGS Shoes are canvas kicks for your next adventure that help other people discover new adventures too. Because buying BANGS Shoes helps people start businesses in the US + around the world. Explore the unknown. Encourage others. And above all.. BE BOLD. Because life is an adventure. And it’s time