Charity unifies the world together for good causes. They are organized and lead to help those less fortunate and to raise money and awareness for an array of different causes and beliefs. Particular social businesses focus on health, sustainability and social well-being. Philanthropic foundations demonstrate the impact each individual can have for a cause and ignite a passion for helping others.
Some charities only generate income through donation, whereas others provide employment, a one-for-one model or offer merchandise in return for generous contributions. Special projects feature designs and celebrity endorsements that gather recognition and worldwide attention. Those interested can become involved by volunteering or simply contributing donations.
Charitable initiatives help others, spark philanthropic endeavors and reassure the world that people still care about people and the world we live in.
72 Cause-Driven Initiatives
From Charitable Currency Converters to Monthly Goodwill Memberships:
Katie Pagnotta — Nov 14, 2012 — Social Good
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Frisky Philanthropy Calendars
This Spread for the Bay Area Harm Reduction Organizations is Hot
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Chic Charitable Jewelry
The Joan B. Hornig Foundation Donates To The Buyer's Charity Of Choice
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Chic Charitable Stuffed Animals
The Vogue Pudsey Bear Donates Funds to Children in Need
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Socially Responsible Bangles
Alkemie Jewelry is Made from 100% Reclaimed Materials
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Employment-Providing Shoes
The Nisolo Footwear Line Creates Sustainable Jobs
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Designer Chair Auctions
The BIG Chair Project Raises Funds for the Better Food Foundation
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Socially Conscious Timepieces
The Purchase of a 1:Face Watch Brings Awareness to Global Issues
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Purpose-Driven Beauty Products
Radiant Cosmetics Raises Money to End Human Trafficking
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DIY Nonprofit Water Bottles
Aquavation Supports Social Organizations Through Design
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Charitable Coffee Shops
The Movement Cafe is an Artsy Space That Hosts Local Performers
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Beneficent Bijoux
Jewelry for a Cause Supports Charity Fundraising Projects
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Philanthropic Woven Accessories
Pura Vida Bracelets Supports Artistans in Costa Rica
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Hip-Hop Social Enterprises
The Global Block Foundation Promotes Personal Sustainability
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Adventures with Purpose
Sam Bruce Shares 10 Ethical Holiday Providers of Sustainable Tourism
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Activism-Inspiring Architecture
The Debowa Housing Estate Sparks a Dialogue on Social Assistance
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Fast Food Philanthropy Toys
Creations for Charity Big Mak Figurines Help Children in Need
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Benevolent Bands
HANDS Directs All Proceeds Towards Their Many Humanitarian Projects
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Supermodel Charity Graphic Tees
The BNE Kate Moss T-Shirt Helps Provide Clean Water to the Poor
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Luxurious Socially Conscious Tees
Yoox.com’s Socially Conscious Apparel Gives Fashion a Kind
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Reimagined Sci-Fi Helmets
Rehashed Star Wars Helms by ‘As You Wish Helmet Project'
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Goolish Fundraising Events
The Zombie Car Wash in Toronto is a Spooky Experience
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Social Impact Collaborations
'Root Cause' Consulting Brings Leaders Together to Solve Issues
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Charity-Supporting Kicks
GIDEON SHOES are Hand-Crafted in an Anti-Sweatshop Ethical Workplace
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Sight-Impaired Simulating Projects
YouAreBlind.Com Challenged Creative Teams to Lose Their Vision
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Supercharged Social Media Activism
The Kony 2012 Video Looks to Save "Invisible Children"
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Viral Activism Photography
The Kony Virus, Text and Photos by Adam Deangelis Raise Awareness
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Upcycled Leather Canisters
Matka Vases are Made Using High-Quality Scrap Materials
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Marc Sachdev, Founder and CFO of Aquavation (INTERVIEW)
'Motivation Through Hydration'
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Micro-Volunteering Platforms
Raise5 Enables the Charitable Giving of Your Time and Talents
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Poverty-Conscious Quilts
Kathryn Clark Creates an Artistic Display of Foreclosures With Blankets
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Beneficial Nonprofit Wine Labels
The Little Grape That Could is an Altruistic Toronto Vino Brand
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Consumer Directed Philanthropy
The Amex Members Project
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Dare-Based Fundraising
CharityKick Produces the Most Daring Charity Fundraising Ideas
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Sci-Fi Activism
The VW: Dark Side Campaign by Greenpeace Targets the Car Brand for CO2 Emissions
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Charity-Helping Hipster Fashion
Jedidiah Aligns Contemporary Clothing with Compassionate Endeavors
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Scaly Educational Sculptures
The Muju Ocean Guardians are Charitable and Promote Environmentalism
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Cause-Based Social Networks
KooDooZ Acts as a Soapbox for Youth Entrepreneurs
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Street Tweet Activism
One Street Tweeter Prints 40 Character Messages Onto Highways
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Global Charity Microfinancers
WildHearts Provides Microloans to Help People Work out of Poverty
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Ethical Artisan-Empowering Organizations
Shopping for a Change is a Globally Minded Non-Profit
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Charitable Designer Stuffed Animals
The Children In Need Pudsey Bears Were Designed By Big Names
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Charity-Supporting Care Packages
Bffl Co Creates Bags To Provide Comfort To Surgery Patients
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Shocking Bathroom Activism
The MTV 'Give a Sh*t' Project Raises Awareness on the Throne
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Gigantic Charitable Undergarments
The World's Largest Bra is on Auction for Breast Cancer
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Halloween Charity Crafts
The UNICEF Create-A-Character Contest Raises Money for Hungry Children
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Poverty-Fighting Purses
The Sass & Bide ITC Project Promotes Ethnical Fashion and Social Good
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Poo Poo Philanthropy
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Invests in Toilet Technology
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Charitable Shoe-Vinyl Boxsets
The Rivieras Pachanga Boys Boxset is Being Auctioned Off for Charity
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Honorary Laptop Sales
The Steve Jobs 'Tribute MacBook Pro' Remembers the Tech Icon
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Rewarding Recycling Stations
The Pepsi Dream Machine Prepares to Make Its Debut (UPDATE)
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Charitable Holiday Apps
The Apple Donation Box App Donates the Price of Unwanted Apps to Charity
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Bronzed Animal Activism
The Surfrider Foundation 'Ocean Armor' Campaign Shows a Lack of Protection
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Chic Carbon Neutral Aqua Companies
Belu Water is an Ethical Bottled Brand in the UK
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Charitable Currency Converters
The Add Up Currency Exchange System Swaps Loose Change Banks Won't
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Artistic Globe Auctions
The Conde Nast Traveler 2012 Visionaries Series is Designed by Celebrities
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CharitySub (INTERVIEW)
An Online Platform for Simplified Giving
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Charitable Diamond Bracelets
Profits From the Harry Winston Hope Bracelet Goes to Charities
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Community-Driven Agencies
The Burton Street Foundation Enhances the Quality of Life in Sheffield
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One-for-One Apparel Campaigns (UPDATE)
Marks & Spencer Launches a Recycling Initiative 'Shwopping'
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Do-Good Sports Equipment
The Ludo Soccer Ball by Uncharted Play Raises Money for Charity
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Communication-Aiding Equipment
Action Deafness Tech Provides Tools That Better Lives Across the UK
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Venture Philanthropy Co-ops
Chetna Organic Seeks to Enable Ethical Supply Chains from India
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Social Innovation Philanthropies
New Profit Inc. Supports Entrepreneurs for Large-Scale Change
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Monthly Goodwill Memberships
CharitySub Makes Supporting Urgent Causes Easy
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Interactive Cancer-Fighting Campaigns
Puma 2012 Project Pink Asks 'Who Do You Wear Pink For?'
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Stacey Horowitz, Founder of Shopping for a Change (INTERVIEW)
Supporting Global Artisans
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Celebrity-endorsed Charity Campaigns
The Power Of 2 Pits Stars Against Each Other For Good Causes
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Comical Duo Music Revivals
Flight of the Conchords Raise Money for Sick Children
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Rehab-Funding Mocktails
The Brink Liverpool is an Alcohol-Free Bar and Recovery Social Enterprise
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Smooth Street Initiatives
Potholes for Poverty Repairs Roads and Inspires Community in Portland
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Picture Book Philanthropy
The Ehon Project Promotes Levity and Literacy in Northern Japan
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Blind Poetry
Australian Designers Create Braille Jewellery Line
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Swan-Like Seating
The Serenad Chair by Ali Alavi Boasts Graceful Sweeping Lines
DIY Celebrity Clothing Hooks
The 'OutsaPop Trashion' Kate Moss Hangers are Ideal for Fashionistas
Tribal Tattoo Couture Campaigns
The Sass & Bide Playman Resort12 Resembles Stylishly Drawn Ink
To-Do List Timepieces
The Remind Daily Planner is a Wristwatch that Organizes Your Routine
Hipster Laptop Stickers
The MacStickrs MacBook Decals Add Personality to the Apple
Classy Rabbit Seating
Hybrid No2 Chair by Merve Kahraman Has an Animalistic Aesthetic
Global Street Art Sneakers
BucketFeet Shoes Support Artists and Empower Children
Chic Charitable Stuffed Animals
The Vogue Pudsey Bear Donates Funds to Children in Need
Eco-Friendly Perforated Furniture
Flohr Design Makes Pieces Out of Sakhalin Knotweed
Swift Safari-Spotted Kicks
Leopard Print Nike Blazer Sneakers are Fast and Fashionable
Toilet Paper Runways
The White Cashmere Collection 2012 Fashion with Compassion Show
Adorably Dorky Doggies
Dress Your Pooch Up in a Star Wars Halloween Ewok Costume This Year
Scaly Skin Seating
The Exocarp Chair by Guillermo Bernal is Inspired by Reptiles
Blossoming Dainty Laptops
The Fujitsu Floral Kiss Collection Offers Extremely Elegant Electronics
Flatpack Computer Pedestals
Itamar Neiger's Laptop Stand Promises Portability
Designer Chair Auctions
The BIG Chair Project Raises Funds for the Better Food Foundation
Limited Edition Rainbow Watches
Swatch and Fred Butler Team Up to Debut the 777 Watch
Sophisticated Sci-Fi Timepieces
The Seiko Luxury Star Wars Watches are Gorgeously Geeky
Socially Conscious Timepieces
The Purchase of a 1:Face Watch Brings Awareness to Global Issues
Kaleidoscopic-Patterned Kicks
These Blowfish Razmitten Boots are Fitting for the Fall Season
Charitable Coffee Shops
The Movement Cafe is an Artsy Space That Hosts Local Performers
Dual-Triangle Rotor Timepieces
The Experiment ZRO12 Watch is the First From C3H5N3O9
Hippie-Inspired Studded Loafers
Christian Louboutin Fredapoitiers are Meant for Special Occasions
Encouraging Optimist Signage
The Brighter Day Project is Positive Reinforcement for the Public
Stuffed Toy Smartphone Cases
The HappiTaps Beary Happi Keeps Devices Protected from Toddlers
Secret Agent-Inspired Watches
These Timepieces Use Linear LED Lights Instead of Rotating Hands
Inspired Altruistic Vino Brands
Cultivate Wines is a Nonprofit That Gives Back
Animal Print-Kissed Footwear
The Gourmet Ocelot Sneakers Use Dwarf Leopard Print
Geometric Tribal Sunglasses
The Sass & Bide Ladysaint Eyewear Collection is Bold and Prismatic
Twisting Cork Coffee Shops
The Dark Design Group Summer Cafe is Temporary and Budget-Proofed
Spongy Stratified Seating
The Layer Chair by Jorrit Taekema is Made Out of Coconut Fibers
Upscale Bike Stores
The Rapha Cycle Club is a Mod Haven for Exercise Enthusiasts
Supermodel Charity Graphic Tees
The BNE Kate Moss T-Shirt Helps Provide Clean Water to the Poor
Faceless Timepiece Accessories
The Jam Watchless Bracelet Does Not Tell the Time
Golden Glam Sneakers
The Louis Pik Pik Lame Shoe is a Flashy Piece of Footwear
Luxurious Socially Conscious Tees
Yoox.com’s Socially Conscious Apparel Gives Fashion a Kind
Minimalist Slanted Stools
The W3 Side Table Features a Simplistic and Functional Design
Figurine Toy Busts
The Freya Jobbins Sculptures Are Created Out of Figurine Body Parts
Luxurious Skull Timepieces
The Romain Jerome Art-DNA Collection Captures Rebellious Consumers
Boat-Poached Perches
The TamboRem Vintage Rowing Stool Adopts Scull Seats for Passive Repose
Light Fixture Furnishings
The Linear LED Chair Affords the Avid Reader All Necessary Equipment
Warped Ampersand Seating
Chair & Chair by Tatiana Bortkevica is Inspired by an Alphabet Symbol
Futuristic Film Material Timepieces
The DeLorean DNA Watch is Actually Made From DeLorean Parts
Poverty-Focused Innovation Labs
Proximity Designs is a Myanmar-Based Non-Profit Enterprise
Inflatable Plastic Paintings
The Peeps Exhibit Portraits Place Women Next to Synthetic Toys
Empowering H20 Nonprofits
Community Water Solutions Opens Women-Run Businesses in West Africa
Steampunk Typing Critters
The Doktor A. Montague Sculpture is a Writing Wind-Up Beetle
Gotham Vigilante Timepieces
The Dark Knight Watch is Inspired by Batman's Utility Belt
Puzzling Labyrinth Timepieces
Enjoy Games and Tell Time With the Tokyoflash Kisai Maze LCD Watch
Ambient Zombie Stunts
The AMC Apocalypse Guerilla Marketing Campaign is Based on the Walking Dead
Building Block Laptop Keys
The LEGO Macbook Keyboard Adds Nostalgic Color to Your Life
Offensive Retail Stores
The Hitler Clothing Outlet Opens in India
Contrasting Printed Pocket Tees
Tantum T-Shirts Knows How to Embellish Chest Pockets Well
Minimalist Curvilinear Cafes
Nana’s Green Tea by Kamitopen Design Embodies Tranquility
Hunger-Eliminating Social Media
FlashFood Turns Restaurant Leftovers into Meals for the Hungry
Online Urban Activism Platforms
Brickstarter is a Web Service Connecting Activists and Bureaucracy
Canopied Ceiling Cafes
The Play Pot Restaurant is Inspired by Street Venders
Star-Studded Fashion PSAs
The Fashion's Night Out PSA Features Jubilant Celebs
Critter-Covered Sweatshirts
The Happy Waffle Girls Zip Hoodie Turns You into a Growling Bear
Laser-Projected Keyboards
The Cube Laser Virtual Keyboard is the Future of Typing
Vibrant Rasta Timepieces
The Casio G-Shock Rastafarian Pack Pays Tribute to a Jamaican Movement
Micro-Volunteering Platforms
Raise5 Enables the Charitable Giving of Your Time and Talents
Rotated Interior Coffee Houses
D'espresso Sideways Library Cafe is a New Spin on Coffee Shop Decor
Nostalgic Ninja Toys
The TMNT LEGO Figurines are a Great Compensation for the Loss of 'Cowabunga'
Beneficial Nonprofit Wine Labels
The Little Grape That Could is an Altruistic Toronto Vino Brand
Quilted Low-Rise Kicks
Jack Purcell Quilting JKT Converse Shoes are Perfect for the Fall Season
Ecotourism Development Cooperatives
Travel for Change Melds Community-Based Initiatives and Tours
Charitable Artwork Dispensers
The Vending Machines by Wieden + Kennedy Raise Money for Schools
Lunar-Faced Timepieces
The Time & Space Watch Appears to Be Affected by Zero Gravity
Bridget Hilton, Founder of LSTN Headphones (INTERVIEW)
Socially Conscious and Eco-friendly
Street Artist Painted Toys
The KAWS Astro Boy Figure Will Be Released at Original Fake
Ethical Artisan-Empowering Organizations
Shopping for a Change is a Globally Minded Non-Profit
Holiday-Inspired Skull Timepieces
The 'Dia de los Muertos' Romain Jerome Watch is to Die For
Color Vortex Graphics
The Chocotoy Chocoflowers are Full of Confectionary Delights
Beneficial Online Marketplaces
Buy With Heart Provides Marketing Resources for Social Ventures
Teen-Oriented Crisis Text Lines
Do Something is a Social Impact Organization Collaborating Online
Non-Profit Collaboration-Enabling Groups
The Taproot Foundation is a Changemaking Organization
Supply Chain Integrating Loans
Kinara Capital is a Social Enterprise Supporting Startups in India
Halloween Charity Crafts
The UNICEF Create-A-Character Contest Raises Money for Hungry Children
Super-Heroine-Styled Shoes
The Wonder Woman Converse All Star Lo Tops are Fiercely Female
Poverty-Fighting Purses
The Sass & Bide ITC Project Promotes Ethnical Fashion and Social Good
Charitable Shoe-Vinyl Boxsets
The Rivieras Pachanga Boys Boxset is Being Auctioned Off for Charity
Carbon Offsetting Cookstoves
The Paradigm Project Offers A Safe Alternative to Open Fire
Non-Profit Acceleration Headquarters
Space with a Soul is Boston's Social Innovation Station
Shredded Cash Mug Mats
The Currency Coasters Will Make People Feel Rich
X-men Inspired Running Shoes
The 'Wolverine Pump Fury HLS' are Perfect Back to School Footwear
Optimistic Meme Toys
The Ryan Kittleson Success Kid Figurine Celebrates Victory
Urban Youth Impact Trusts
The GreenLight Fund Supports Nonprofits Benefiting Low-Income Families
Surgery Sponsoring Web Donations
Watsi is Making Medical Care Affordable for the Developing World
Beneficial Business Locating Programs
The Social Impact App Uses GPS to Find Responsible Retail
Alternative Micro-Investment Platforms
InVenture Helps Entrepreneurs in Developing Countries
Community Funding Platforms
Smallknot Helps You Invest in Small Businesses in Your Neighborhood
Charitable Holiday Apps
The Apple Donation Box App Donates the Price of Unwanted Apps to Charity
Charitable Currency Converters
The Add Up Currency Exchange System Swaps Loose Change Banks Won't
Masonry PC Pedestals
The Foundation Laptop Stand Upholds the Promise of a Sturdy Surface
Vigilante Laptop Accessories
The Batman Decals Will Geek Out Your Computer in a Flash
Gory Organ-Shaped Desserts
'Anatomically Correct Heart Macaroons' are Deliciously Ironic
Regional Non-Profit Entities
TRADE is the Trust for Rural African Development and Enterprise
Altruistic Business Accelerators
Seed Spot is a New Arizona-Based Social Incubator
Ultimate Sci-Fi Gaming CPUs
The Star Wars Razer Blade Will Give You the Force to Win Your Games
Charitable Diamond Bracelets
Profits From the Harry Winston Hope Bracelet Goes to Charities
Bow-Shaped Bouncing Toys
The 4 Foot Bounce Pogo Stick Gives a New Design to an Old Plaything
One-for-One Apparel Campaigns (UPDATE)
Marks & Spencer Launches a Recycling Initiative 'Shwopping'
Trunk-Bound Time Pieces
The Louis Vuitton 'Tambour Diving Watch' Comes in a Canvas Case
Camille van Gestel, Co-Founder and Business Director of WakaWaka (INTERVIEW)
Safe Light Sources
Do-Good Sports Equipment
The Ludo Soccer Ball by Uncharted Play Raises Money for Charity
Ethical Sourcing Enablers
The Collaborative Group is a New Social Enterprise Out of Chicago
Non-Profit Food Trucks
Texans Canteen Supports Students of the Austin Can Academy High School
For-Profit Social Bus Services
HCT Group is a UK Transportation-Providing Beneficial Business
Professional Couchsurfing Communities
Startup Stay Helps Entrepreneurs Find Easy Accomodations
Impact-Driven Cookstove Designers
Prakti Design Produces Innovative Cookstoves for the Poor
Stacey Horowitz, Founder of Shopping for a Change (INTERVIEW)
Supporting Global Artisans
Camouflaging Laptop Protectors
The Newspaper Laptop Case Conceals Your Computer from Leering Eyes
Quirky Charitable Celeb Films
Watch Videos From 'Malarious' By Donating to Malaria No More
Smooth Street Initiatives
Potholes for Poverty Repairs Roads and Inspires Community in Portland
Villainous Spud Toys
The Batman Joker Mr. Potato Head is Wickedly Humorous
Local Time Banking Communities
Hour Exchange Portland Has Residents Trading Services