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.

Rachel Meyer

Our story began when we adopted a puppy at the beginning of the pandemic. He was anxious and picky eater, so I started making treats for him using the same superfoods and adaptogens I use regularly in my own wellness routine. Carnaby loved the treats so much I started sharing them with the neighborhood dogs and selling them a local market. Read more>>

Elise Pham

Through the profit I have raised from starting my business, I plan to use a portion of the funds to help launch both college scholarship and college admission programs in underprivileged communities. My goal is to empower passionate, young students to apply to their dream college and pursue a higher education past high school. Educating our youth is critical to building the leaders of our future, Read more>>

Jonathan Marks

At Marks Realty Group, we recognize that the top 1% of the wealthiest people in our country have a disproportionate share of capital, political influence, and the means of living a life of privilege and comfort, education, and health. As a result of this wealth inequality and in line with our ethos on beneficence, we developed our 1% for the 99% Initiative which annually gives 1% of our total commission to nonprofits committed to making a difference in their local communities, with particular attention paid to social justice and environmental issues. Read more>>

Cara Laine

I feel it is very important to give back. I donate a portion of every box to a local non-profit. Since I started my business, I have donated to these two amazing Bay Area organizations: hungerathome.org and collegeofadaptivearts.org. Read more>>

Omid Rejali

I believe life is about giving. I am a strong believer in a quote from Ruth Bather Ginsburg: “To make life a little better for people less fortunate than you. That’s what I think a meaningful life is. One lives not just for oneself, but for one’s community.” Read more>>