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.

Nikki Scott

My companies gives 10% of the monthly sales back to the community. Some months we only serve our sponsored children and others we feed the community or meet a need that was brought to our attention by a customer/friend. Read more>>

Jodie Fairclough

When we were still in Australia, we were heavily involved with the charity Water For Africa. Friends of ours had started it and split their time between Tanzania and Perth in managing its operations. Read more>>

Bindiya Schaefer

Supporting dog rescue shelters in my community has become a priority in the last couple of years. These shelters work tirelessly to rehabilitate and rehome dogs, often saving them from life-threatening situations and giving them a second chance at life. Read more>>

Trisha Colby-Schwantes

One of my biggest goals, when starting my shop, was to be able to give back. In the past I have been able to participate in auctions put together by other small shops for a cause or a family in need of financial support so that they can spend time with a family member during a medical crisis. This past year, Read more>>