Every generation finds a way to make its mark on the world. For the millennial generation, philanthropy is everywhere, in the work we do, the music we love and even when we go shopping. Here are a few companies that empower their customers to look good and do good at the same time.
Photo courtesy of Warby Parker |
Warby Parker sells great-looking eyewear at a fraction of the cost
of many leading brands. Their vintage-inspired eyeglasses are
popular, and they have a Buy-A-Pair-Give-A-Pair program that donates a pair of
eyeglasses to someone in need for every pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses you
purchase. They have given out more than half a million pairs of glasses so far!
OmniPeace has created a fashion brand with a humanitarian message.
They support peace and education projects that are
designed to help break the world’s poverty cycle. Every purchase of one of
their products helps support their movement. A number of celebrities wear
OmniPeace products, including Courtney Cox and Jennifer Aniston. The company
supports education initiatives and has built several schools in Africa, helps
support the City of Joy center for victims of rape and violence in Congo, and
feeds Somalian refugees through The Global Enrichment Foundation.
Photo courtesy of Project (RED) |
By now, most people have heard of Project (RED). The organization has
partnered with a variety of companies to sell branded (RED) products. When you
buy a (RED) product, the partner company donates some of its profits to
organizations fighting AIDS around the world. It’s a simple way to give back
while purchasing things you want. (RED) partner companies include Starbucks,
Head Tennis, Belvedere Vodka, Tourneau watches, Bugaboo baby products, Apple
and many more. So far the company has contributed $200 million to the fight against AIDS.
These are just a few of the many ways you can use your shopping
dollars to do good in the world. These companies, and many others, are using
their profits to help in the fight against disease, poverty and war around the
world. If it’s important to you, you can find many ways to give your money to
companies that do good.
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