We’ve been blown away by the examples of generosity and kindness that are at the heart of so many brands in the community. We asked some of the most giving entrepreneurs and leaders we know to tell us about how they think about the practice of donating a percentage of sales.

Alison Gutwaks

When I started working for myself I decided that I would set up a rule that I would donate 10% of my profits every year to charity. It would be something I had to do, just like taxes. It became a tad overwhelming and difficult to see such a large sum of money coming out of my bank account every year to one or two organizations for charity. Read more>>

Kari Geha

For each of my wedding couples, I donate to One Tree Planted, to plant trees in areas in need! In 2020, we had purchased some land in Grand Lake, and one month later, it was burned completely in the Troublesome Fire. Luckily we didn’t have a structure on the land, but many people in the area did. It was truly devastating for so many! Read more>>

Jennifer & Brian Eschbach

At Easy Wind we believe it is everyone’s responsibility to protect and conserve our public lands. The spaces are given to us, but we must maintain and respect our natural surroundings. We believe in giving back and doing our part to preserve our outdoor spaces. So we are pledging to give 5% of our sales to Virginia State Parks. Read more>>

Amanda DeWoody

Female Entrepreneurship is something I’m really passionate about. It’s my belief that women make incredible business owners when their passion to do so is fostered. In my career, I love getting the opportunity to work closely with female entrepreneurs to help them position their brands for success within their industries. As a little girl, I was lucky enough to be raised by parents who ran a business. Read more>>

Dana Carmel

As the founder of the Dana Carmel Group, Silicon Valley’s Go-to Real Estate Agency, and parent of three school aged sons I quickly realized how integral our school districts are to our neighborhoods and their real estate value. Our public schools rely on Foundation support to provide quality education. Funds raised provide additional teachers, specialists, programs, and tools that make our schools extraordinary places for learning. Read more>>

Naana Daniels

As a person living with lupus and scleroderma, both diseases that do not have a cure or known cause, it’s just wonderful idea to donate a portion of your sales during the Month of May to lupus organizations. Donations helps in support research, provide educational resources and increases access to specialized care people like me living with the disease Read more>>