Is it possible for an organization to target a specific look, while also giving back? Of course it's possible! There are several organizations that give a portion of proceeds from their product(s) to a specific charity, community, etc. I think that these orgs have evolved over the years, from basic looks, to trendy products which aesthetically attracts us to them. When a product is purchased from an organization whose main intention is to 'give back', you can feel at ease knowing that your monetary contribution will make a positive impact. Does any specific organization come to mind when you think of this? TOMS perhaps. They are widely known for donating a pair of shoes to someone less fortunate anytime you buy yourself a pair. But that's not where the giving back stops. For more information on how TOMS gives back, visit their website. I believe paying it forward is very important. Standing up for something you strongly believe in is what makes us all unique as individuals. That's why I wanted to call attention to 3 of my very first organizations that I have started and continue to support, as they all hold a special place in my heart (and closet). 3. Ivory EllaClick here to shop this top! I remember awhile back when this organization was first founded. I bought one of their first crop top tie-dye t-shirts in an effort to contribute some of my money to help save the elephants, along with the shirt, of course. Ivory Ella was launched on April 18th 2015 and they have donated (so far) $1,600,000 to savetheelephants.org and other charitable causes. [Ivory Ella] According to Ivory Ella: "We donate 10% of net profits to savetheelephants.org! Our donations aid in the research of elephant behavior and ecology, the protection of elephants from ivory poachers and traffickers, and in raising awareness of the plight of the elephants." You can always feel secure knowing a percent of proceeds go to fund, not only the elephants, but other causes as well. 2. SerengeteeSerengetee holds a special place within my soul. When I was in college, I joined their rep program and helped spread the message behind these 'pocket tees', where you wear fabrics from around the world and proceeds go to help several different charitable causes. Here is what the two founders Jeff and Max had to say about Serengetee: "But from day one, the mission has always been at the heart of what we make, where we travel, and how we give back.By purchasing fabric from over 25 countries, we support artisans, their families, and ancient fabric making traditions. By giving 10% of our profits back to grassroots causes, we work to improve lives in their communities. There's a story behind every product we make, so when you wear Serengetee, you are truly wearing a piece of the world. So we'll continue to travel and explore, looking for the next story to tell about our artisan friends or a cause that inspires us. After all, we wouldn't be here without them." [From Our Story-Serengetee] From their first pocket tee 7 years ago, they now carry other times such as, water bottles, hair scrunchies (which are totally adorable!) and several other trendy products. Check them out at serengetee.com! 1. sand cloudSand Cloud is helping to address one of the most under-spoken issues we are currently facing as an economy: saving our oceans from pollution. As a society we tend to overlook water pollution and littering, but these actions are having a seriously negative side-effect on our marine life and precious oceans. They have made it their mission to donate 10% of their proceeds to help keep our oceans clean and our marine life happy and healthy! Sand Cloud got its start in 2014 after pitching an idea on 'Shark Tank'. Three friends had an idea to reinvent the beach towel by elevating its design, to do this, they used sustainable materials. The beach towels consisted of a sand-resistant, ultra-absorbent Turkish cotton. [From Sand Cloud- About Us] My first product purchased from Sand Cloud was one of these beach towels, and I must say, it has become my go-to. Not only do they carry beach towels, they also carry a range of other ocean friendly products, such as metal straws, reusable water bottles, leggings and more! Check them out at sandcloud.com! Find an organization that believes in making a positive impact on this earth and go support them! I believe it is essential that we are kind to one another and give back in any way that is possible, whether big or small, anything helps. Get inspired and stay inspired!
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