Generous or Not

18K Gold "Branches" Ring

2006-11-27T07:09:00.000-08:00

Lucky Magazine and Branch are making a special effort to support AIDS research during the months of November and December. During this time, 60% of all sales proceeds of the 18k gold "branches" ring will be donated to the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative.

Company explanation: http://www.branchjewelry.com/

Donation: 60% of proceeds

Nonprofit beneficiary: International AIDS Vaccine Initiative

Use of funds: Ensure the development of safe, effective, accessible, preventive HIV vaccines for use throughout the world.

When: Through 12/31/06

YouthAIDS "Grapefruit" Hand and Body Cleanser

2006-11-27T07:04:00.000-08:00

Kiehl's has a historical position with helping the cure and cause of AIDS by virtue of its involvement with countless AIDS related charities. Over 40 million people in the world today are living with HIV/AIDS. Every minute, five young people become infected with HIV/AIDS. AIDS has claimed the lives of over 16 million people. Last year, 5.6 million people became infected with HIV (2.3 million were women and 570,000 were children under the age of 15). Young adults aged 15-24 will account for over 50% of new HIV infections in coming years. Over 70 percent of HIV infections worldwide are the result of heterosexual transmission. (*Source: United Nations) YouthAIDS is a non-profit organization that concentrates their efforts in the mission to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS among 15-24 year olds in over 50 countries by educating on healthy living and by providing life-saving health products. (Their parent company, Populations Services International, has been a non-profit organization in the health industry for over 30 years fielding 90% of the funding directly to the cause.) Their goal is to reach more than 600 million youths with life saving messages and products.

Company explanation: http://www.kiehls.com/_us/_en/catalog/product.aspx?CatCode=AXE_Body&TopCat=F1_Body_Cleansers&amp;amp;TopCode=&prdcode=592&

Donation: 100% of profits

Nonprofit beneficiary: YouthAIDS

Use of funds: Stop the spread of HIV/AIDS by educating on healthy living and by providing life-saving health products

When: Ongoing

Oxfam America Unwrapped

2006-11-27T07:00:00.000-08:00

Oxfam America works in 26 countries around the world. This catalog contains gift items that symbolically represent their work, such as, "Irrigate a Farmer's Land for Two Months," "Start a Village Savings Group," etc. The items selected represent project goals from grants disbursed by their seven offices around the world. The purchase of each gift item is a contribution toward Oxfam America's many programs, not a donation to a specific project or goal. A donation will be used where it is needed the most--to help people living in poverty throughout the world.

Company explanation:https://www.oxfamamericaunwrapped.com/

Donation: Various gifts

Nonprofit beneficiary: Oxfam America

Use of funds: Help people living in poverty throughout the world.

When: Ongoing

A Very Special Christmas

2006-11-27T06:53:00.000-08:00

The first A Very Special Christmas® was released in 1987; since then, the incredibly successful series has raised more than US$55 million for Special Olympics — the most ever raised by a benefit series.
The A Very Special Christmas series got its start when producer Jimmy Iovine decided that a Christmas album would be a beautiful memorial to his father. His wife Vicki suggested that the album benefit Special Olympics, for which she was working as a volunteer. Herb Alpert and Jerry Moss (the "A" and "M" of A&M Records) helped make the first A Very Special Christmas album possible with an advance and a commitment to handle the record without taking any royalties, and Bobby Shriver signed on as a producer.
In order for Special Olympics to fulfill its mission to provide more and better sports training and competition opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities around the world, coaches, personnel and volunteers are necessary to make that happen. The Special Olympics Christmas Record Grant Program disburses album proceeds as grants for worthwhile and innovative training initiatives that encourage growth, enhance services, or provide creative new ways to advance the Special Olympics movement around the world. As an example, Unified Sports®, which takes Special Olympics to a new level with its focus on integration and inclusion, was originally funded through a Special Olympics Record Grant.

Company explanation:

http://www.specialolympics.org/Special+Olympics+Public+Website/English/Support/Very_Special_Christmas/default.htm
Donation: Proceeds from album sales

Nonprofit beneficiary: Special Olympics

Use of funds: Funds the growth of Special Olympics Programs

When: Ongoing

Superman Dog Tag

2006-11-27T06:49:00.000-08:00

Christopher Reeve redefined courage and hope. His strength, determination, and compassion inspired the world. Today, the Christopher Reeve Foundation proudly offers the Christopher Reeve Foundation Superman Dog Tag. This special offer is an opportunity to pay personal tribute to Christopher Reeve's incredible legacy. Wearing the Superman Dog Tag will help assure that Christopher's vision will Go Forward. Each order comes with one 24-inch chain and one clip, along with two Christopher Reeve Foundation Superman Dog Tags. So, the Superman Dog Tags can be worn around the neck, or clipped onto gear, sports equipment, purses, or book bags. The Superman Dog Tag is made of zinc alloy with a nickel plate. All proceeds from the sale of the Superman Dog Tags go to support the Christopher Reeve Foundation's ongoing research efforts leading to treatments and cures for paralysis.

Company explanation: http://www.wbshop.com/catalog/product.xmlproduct_sku=SMDCCRTAG&referral_id=SMTAGST
Donation: All proceeds from sales

Nonprofit beneficiary: Christopher Reeve Foundation

Use of funds: Support research for paralysis

When: Ongoing

The Relix Band

2006-11-27T06:41:00.000-08:00

Relix and Azu Studio are proud to donate all profits from the Relix Band, jewelry handcrafted from authentic strings donated by acclaimed musicians, to the following non-profit organizations. Headcount: A non-partisan, not-for-profit organization devoted to voter registration and participation in democracy. Headcount was created in 2004 by a group of artists, music industry professionals and fans, all determined to make sure the live music community is well-represented at the polls. The Rex Foundation: Fostering the spirit of community service since 1983, The Rex Foundation provides community support to innovative creative endeavors in the arts, sciences and education across the United States and beyond that might otherwise be overlooked by mainstream funders. SEVA: For 27 years, Seva has served people around the world who are struggling for health, cultural survival and sustainable communities. They call it compassion in action. Rock'n'Wrap It Up!: Rock and Wrap It Up! Inc., is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the alleviation of hunger. They help to recover leftover resources and arrange for delivery to shelters. Working with the music industry, they teach band management how to use riders and contracts as harvesting tools for leftover backstage food. Participating artists may suggest additional charities near and dear to their hearts.

Company explanation: http://wearyourmusic.relix.com/charities.html

Donation: All profits from the Relix Band

Nonprofit beneficiary: Headcount; The Rex Foundation ; SEVAl; Rock'n'Wrap It Up!

Use of funds: Varies per non-profict

When: Ongoing

American Gulag Bracelet and Necklace Collection

2006-11-27T06:36:00.000-08:00

In the former Soviet Union, people who disagreed with the government were thrown into secret prison camps called gulags, where they were tortured and often killed. Sound familiar? Yes, the gulag concept is alive and well, thanks to the U.S. government. The "War on Terror" is responsible for illegal imprisonment, torture and murder. With blatant disregard for domestic and international law, the U.S. government is effectively demolishing its democratic ideals.
Strike back against intimidation - Wear American Gulag
American Gulag is a series of bracelets and necklaces made of tough and durable rubber and stainless steel that simulate barbed wire. Why barbed wire? Because it symbolizes the government's barbaric dogma of physical and psychological imprisonment.

Company explanation: http://richterstudio.com/new/media/gallery_product_cu.php?return_URL=%2Fnew%2Findex.php&SID=&G_ID=product&GI_ID=Yg95wN1s5jKTIPz&GI_I=1

Donation: A portion of all sales will be donated to a human rights organization dedicated to fighting these injustices.

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various human rights organizations

Use of funds: Varies per non-profit

When: Ongoing

Simon Pink Ribbon Giftcard

2006-11-27T06:31:00.000-08:00

Yesterday's snorkfest has left you feeling bloated and lazy. How can you shop for gifts when you can't even get your jeans up past your knees? A voice whispers: "Giftcards are the gifts that keep on giving." (The Ghost of Christmas Past--or maybe an undigested bit of turkey?) True, you think, but you hate the sideways looks you get from grateful but disappointed loved ones. Thankfully, Simon has the perfect story line to let you play Tiny Tim in a Scrooge nightshirt. The Simon Pink Ribbon Giftcard is good at all 15 Simon malls in Massachusetts, including some favorites: Copley Place, Atrium Mall and Wrentham Village Outlets. Best of all, for every card purchased, Simon will donate $1 to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. So stay in your sweatpants, nuke some leftovers and order your Simon Pink Ribbon Giftcards online. You're sure to hear another voice: "God bless us, everyone."

Company explanation: http://www.thesavvygiver.com/ http://www.simon.com/promotions/details.aspx?EID=50339

Donation: $1 per purchase at all 15 Simon malls in MA

Nonprofit beneficiary: Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

Use of funds: Support the fight against breast cancer.

When: Ongoing

Add a Dollar, Plant a Tree

2006-11-15T07:03:00.000-08:00

Sometimes a dollar doesn't sound like much. But at Eddie Bauer, this small change can buy a lot. When you "add a dollar" to the Eddie Bauer Global ReLeaf tree project, they will plant a new tree in North America on your behalf. It's part of the continuing partnership with American Forests to reforest areas that have been devastated by natural disasters and plant trees in and around urban areas. You can "Add a Dollar, Plant a Tree" through our catalog or on-line at eddiebauer.com. Just ask to add $1 or more to your purchase total.

Since the "Add a Dollar, Plant a Tree" program began, Eddie Bauer has collected nearly $5 million. Their partnership with American Forests has created the most successful reforestation project by a non-forest-related business in the United States. Eddie Bauer also collected $500,000 to help fund the "Memorial Groves" program, which planted a tree in honor of every victim of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Company explanation: http://investors.eddiebauer.com/responsibility/forests.cfm

Donation: 1 tree planted in North America when $1 is added to customer’s purchase

Nonprofit beneficiary: American Forests

Use of funds: Reforest areas that have been devastated by natural disasters and plant trees in and around urban areas.

When: Ongoing

Love Is Not Abuse Accessories

2006-11-15T06:59:00.000-08:00

Product: Love is not Abuse Bracelet
Since 1991 Liz Claiborne Inc. has been working to end domestic violence. Through its Love is not Abuse program, the company provides information and tools that men, women, children, teen, and corporate executives can use to learn more about the issue and find out how they can help end this epidemic.

Company explanation: http://www.loveisnotabuse.com/index.html

Donation: 100% of profits from “Love Is Not Abuse” accessories

Nonprofit beneficiary: Family Violence Prevention Fund

Use of funds: Prevent violence within the home and in the community

When: Ongoing

Yoplait

2006-11-15T06:55:00.000-08:00

Product: Yoplait Yorgurt

Even if we've never had to face breast cancer directly, we all share the burden it places on our hopes for a happy, healthy life. Yoplait also shares a desire to do something about it. So, at Yoplait®, they've committed themselves to the fight for a cure. They've always thought of Yoplait as an important piece of a happier, healthier life. For 18 years, they've played a part in women's health and well-being, promoting heart health, osteoporosis prevention and general fitness. But breast cancer is a tremendously important issue for all women. So, their contribution – and your help – feel especially critical. Once they reach this year's goal, Yoplait and General Mills will have donated over $15.5 million to the fight against breast cancer.

Company explanation: http://www.yoplait.com/breastcancer_commitment.aspx

Donation: 10 cents per yogurt lid

Nonprofit beneficiary: Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

Use of funds: Support the fight against breast cancer

When: Ongoing

TOMS Shoes

2006-11-15T06:42:00.000-08:00

Product: TOMS Shoes

Inspired by an Argentine shoe and faced with the challenges of the continent's health and poverty issues, designer/chief shoe giver Blake Mycoskie created TOMS with a singular mission: To make life more comfortable. TOMS accomplishes this through its unique shoe and his commitment to match every pair purchased with a donated pair to a child in need.

Company explanation: http://www.tomsshoes.com/ourcause.aspx

Donation: For every pair bought, one pair is donated to a child in South America

Nonprofit beneficiary: n/a

Use of funds: Provide shoes for children in need

When: Ongoing

Tom's of Maine

2006-11-15T06:37:00.000-08:00

Tom’s of Maine
The Tom's of Maine Giving for Goodness Grant Program
Tom's of Maine was founded on a heritage of philanthropy. Through our Giving for Goodness Grant Program, we have been committed to donating 10% of our pretax profits each year to charitable organizations and encouraging our employees to spend 5% of their paid work time volunteering in the community. Our belief in three central principles—inherent worthiness, sharing, and accountability—are reflected in our Mission and Statement of Beliefs.
We believe in supporting the inherent worth of an organization and recognize that people are the critical element in the success of a mission. For this reason, our grants focus on core mission and leadership development goals.

Company explanation: http://www.tomsofmaine.com/toms/community/grants.asp

Donation: 10% of pre-tax profits

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various non-profits, through grant application process

Use of funds: Varies per non-profit

When: Ongoing

Adopt-a-Puffin

2006-11-15T06:30:00.000-08:00

Adopt-A-Puffin
Barbara's has a direct stake in the natural world and a growing commitment to Puffins. Over the past seven years, Barbara's has regularly contributed to Audubon's Project Puffin conservation efforts, and now through their new program, everyone can contribute to the preservation of the puffins' Maine habitat and help fund ongoing research.

In addition to their general support through Project Puffin, they've also adopted a total of 8 puffins. Your school, classroom, club or other organization can adopt and name its very own puffin. Just collect 250 box tops or UPC code flaps (found at the base of the box) from any Puffins cereal - Original, Cinnamon, Peanut Butter or Honey Rice - or their new Puffins Cereal & Milk Bars and send them to Barbara's Bakery. Through Audubon's program, they will adopt one puffin for one year. They will also post your organization's name, home town -- even a photo if you send them one -- on their website. Individuals can also participate by sending in box tops. They'll pool them until we have enough to adopt a puffin.

Company explanation:http://www.barbarasbakery.com/puffin/adopt-a-puffin.asp

Donation: One puffin is adopted for every 250 sent-in box tops.

Nonprofit beneficiary: Audubon’s Project Puffin

Use of funds: Protecting puffins

When: Ongoing

Working Assets

2006-11-13T13:59:00.000-08:00

Working for Change
Every time a customer uses one of Working Assets' donation-linked services (Long Distance, Wireless and Credit Card), the company donates a portion of the charges to nonprofit groups working to build a world that is more just, humane, and environmentally sustainable. To date, over $50 million has been raised for progressive causes. The company also serves as a strong political force, dedicated to giving its customers the opportunity to speak out on critical public issues through its Web site and monthly phone bill.
Since 1985, Working Assets has generated over $50 million for progressive nonprofits, including Greenpeace, Doctors Without Borders, Planned Parenthood, Amnesty International and Project Vote, among many others. Each year Working Assets supports nonprofit groups in five categories: Economic & Social Justice, Environment, Civil Rights, Peace & International Freedom and Education & Freedom of Expression. Every year, a percentage of Working Assets' revenue is placed in a donations pool for annual distribution. Donations come from the top line (sales), not bottom-line (profits), therefore donations are made whether or not Working Assets makes a profit. Customers can nominate nonprofit groups to receive funding each year. Working Assets employees and board of directors select 50 groups for the annual donations ballot. At the end of the year, customers vote on how to distribute the donations among the groups. Customers can voluntarily "round up" their monthly long distance bills, donating the tax-deductible extra amount to Working Assets' general funding program. Working Assets also makes special appeals for round-ups, addressing immediate needs like emergency relief efforts.

Company explanation: http://www.workingassets.com/aboutwa.cfm

Donation: Portion of sales (not specified)

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various non-profits focusing on humanity and environmental sustainability

Use of funds: Varies per non-profit

When: Ongoing

illy caffe

2006-11-13T13:55:00.000-08:00

illy caffe

illy caffe North America, inc. is proud to announce that it has become the premier coffee sponsor of Taste of the Nation and a national partner of Share our Strength. For the next five years, illy has committed 1% of its annual sales from the Hotel, Restaurant and Cafe markets. Taste of the Nation is the country's pre-eminent culinary benefit that fights hunger and poverty in the U.S. and abroad.

Share Our Strength is the nation's leading anti-hunger and anti-poverty organization that mobilizes individuals and industries to contribute their talent in the fight against hunger. Since 1984, Share Our Strength has supported more than 1,000 organizations that meet immediate needs for food assistance while investing in long-term solutions such as job training, economic development and advocacy. As part of its agreement with illy, Share Our Strength will ensure that no less than $25,000 of the Taste of the Nation international grant funds are distributed to hunger relief programs in Brazil. Illy is very involved in

Brazil

and has developed a special quality enhancement program for coffee growers which has improved their economic conditions as well as the value of the coffee grown.

Company explanation:http://www.illy.com/illy2006/USA/about_illy/press_room/press_releases/PressRelease_Coffee_With_A_Conscience.htm?l1=3&l2=6&l3=1

Donation: 1% of sales (Restaurant, Café, and Hotel)

Nonprofit beneficiary: Share our Strength

Use of funds: Support ending hunger

When: Ongoing

Organic Bouquet

2006-11-13T13:52:00.000-08:00

Organic Bouquet
Organic Bouquet was formed in January 2001 with the goal to establish the national market for organic flowers. They have accomplished this by encouraging both small and large flower growers to initiate organic production while creating widespread trade and consumer awareness of the need for organic flowers. Their ultimate goal is to protect the environment and improve farm worker safety by eliminating millions of pounds of toxic pesticides from agricultural usage. Organic Bouquet believes it is their responsibility to demonstrate that business, social, and environmental interests can be successfully aligned. Their hope is to be a shining example of how the confluence of these interests can work to build a better and more sustainable future for all living beings of this beautiful planet.

Company explanation: http://www.consumerclub.com/Charity.aspx

Donation: Portion of proceeds

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various non-profit organizations dedicated to social justice, wildlife conservation, animal rights, and environmental protection.

Use of funds: Varies per charity

When: Ongoing

Give and Shop

2006-11-13T13:50:00.000-08:00

GiveandShop.com
A safe and secure shopping site where half the proceeds go to charity. Here's how it works; first step is to choose a cause, you then choose a retailer which links you to their site. After shopping with the retailer at NO additional cost, half the commission earned from your purchase goes to charity.

Company explanation: www.giveandshop.com

Donation: 50% of purchase

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various charities

Use of Funds: Varies per charity

When: Ongoing

Consumer Club

2006-11-13T13:48:00.000-08:00

ConsumerClub.com
ConsumerClub.com is supporting hundreds of major national charities as well as thousands of local charities including advocacy groups, private schools and religious organizations. Together with your support ConsumerClub.com can help raise tens of millions of dollars for nonprofit organizations. Every time you make a purchase via ConsumerClub.com you can choose to send your rebate to the charity of your choice. You can select one of our many charity partners or select one of your favorite causes.

Company explanation: http://www.consumerclub.com/Charity.aspx

Donation: Portion of purchase (unspecified)

Nonprofit beneficiary: Charity of customer’ choice

Use of funds: Varies per charity

When: Ongoing

Redken

2006-11-13T13:46:00.000-08:00

Redken
Throughout 2006, Redken and b.cause, a not-for-profit organization that advances the charitable causes of salon owners and beauty industry professionals, will be joining forces to help put an end to hunger in our country by supporting America’s Second Harvest.

Company explanation: http://www.redken.com/nycstyle/index.cfm?action=bcause

Donation: Portion of proceeds (unspecified)

Nonprofit beneficiary: America’s Second Harvest

Use of funds: Putting an end to hunger in America.

When: Throughout 2006

Light the Way Candle

2006-11-13T13:37:00.000-08:00

Product: Light the Way Candle

Aveda believes in conducting business in a manner that protects the Earth, conserves resources and does not compromise the ability of future generations to sustain themselves. Their mission positions them as a catalyst for awareness and change at individual and collective levels. They support values that cultivate a sustainable economy and culture. They find inspiration for doing so in nature and believe that nature is not merely something to be cherished and protected, but also should be emulated as a model of sustainability. Aveda is committed to working for these ends by expressing their values and serving as agents of change in their workplaces, with their families and friends, and in the communities. They believe that the microscopic actions of single individuals have the power to change the course of human civilization. They aim to help steer society in a more sustainable direction for everyone's benefit and the benefit of generations to come.

Company explanation:http://aveda.aveda.com/protect/you/earthmonthpartners.asp

Donation: 100% of proceeds per Aveda’s “Light the Way” candle www.aveda.com

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various organizations

Use of funds: Save threatened and endangered plants

When:Earth Month (April) on an annual basis

Speak Out Against Domestic Violence Bracelet

2006-11-13T13:33:00.000-08:00

Product: Speak Out Against Domestic Violence Bracelet
The Avon Foundation recognized that in addition to the great work that has been, and will be done for the breast cancer cause, there is more the Foundation can do for women around the globe. A comprehensive research study involving Avon Representatives, Associates, shareholders, and community leaders from around the world, revealed that domestic violence was a leading concern for women and a critical cause for the Foundation to support.
The “Speak Out Against Domestic Violence” program is the main philanthropic cause under the Avon Foundation’s 2nd pillar, women’s empowerment.

Company explanation: http://www.avoncompany.com/women/speakout/index.html

Donation: $2 per bracelet (bracelet is worth $3)

Nonprofit beneficiary: Speak Out Against Domestic Violence Program

Use of funds: Support education, awareness and prevention programs, and much needed direct services for victims of domestic violence.

When: Ongoing

Mary Engelbreit

2006-11-13T13:30:00.000-08:00

Mary Engelbreit
This partnership is significant to Mary Engelbreit Studios because of the important role books have played in Mary's life – whether admiring and learning from illustrated children's books as a young girl or reading avidly as an adult. A portion of the proceeds of Mary's Make a Difference poster goes to First Book.

Company explanation:http://www.maryengelbreit.com/Corporate/Charity.aspx

Donation: Portion of proceeds from Mary’s “Make a Difference” poster (unspecified amount)

Nonprofit beneficiary: First Book

Use of funds: Give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books.

When: Ongoing

The Literacy Site

2006-11-13T13:26:00.000-08:00

The Literacy Site
Remember the magic of your first book? Perhaps you were nestled in the arms of a parent, or sharing a giggle with a friend. Whatever your first memory of a book, books are a powerful tool; they stir the senses, inspire the imagination and spark a love of reading that can last a lifetime. But what of children who have no books? The Literacy Site gives you a way to share the magic of books and promote the love of reading among children who might otherwise never discover the joy of their first book.

Your click on the red "Fund Books For Kids" button at The Literacy Site generates books for children in need, funded by site sponsors and provided through our award winning charity partner, First Book. First Book has distributed more than 40 million books to children in hundreds of communities.

The number of books they put in children's hands depends on the number of visitors who click the "Fund Books For Kids" button on The Literacy Site. Please click every day, and encourage friends and family members to do the same.

Company explanation: http://www.theliteracysite.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/CTDSites.woa

Donation: 1% of a book per click online; Funds generated per item purchased online (amount not specified)

Nonprofit beneficiary: First Book

Use of funds: Give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books.

When: Ongoing

Karen Neuburger

2006-11-13T13:21:00.000-08:00

KN Karen Neuburger®
The KN Karen Neuburger® brand is known for innovative fabrics, heritage sleepwear and soothing lifestyle products that resonate with today's families and their desire to slow down and rediscover the simple joys in life. The lifestyle marketing and design company's comfort vision is known for unsurpassed quality, softness and stylish details. KN products can be found in department and specialty stores across the United States, Canada, South America, Europe and Asia.

Company explanation:http://shop.karenneuburger.com/Categories.bok?category=Shop+for+a+Cause

Donation: Portion of proceeds ($25,000 minimum) from a specially designed holiday pajama line for women.

Nonprofit beneficiary: First Book

Use of Funds: Give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books.

When: Through 2006

Inkling Entertainment

2006-11-13T13:16:00.000-08:00

Inkling Entertainment
Inkling! Entertainment's flagship property, The Slightest Inkling! Society of Exploration, is a fictional adventurer club intended to get young people interested in reading and the arts through entertaining books and eventually online media. The fun resident Inklings! and their nutty adventures will encourage kids to write, draw, explore, learn about geography and pick up new vocabulary. To support First Book's mission to provide kids from low-income families with their first new books, Inkling! Entertainment donates $1 from the sale of each book sold on its website and 10% of all non-book sales from the site to First Book.

Company explanation: http://www.firstbook.org/site/c.lwKYJ8NVJvF/b.677577/k.B630/Corporate_Partners.htm

Donation: $1 per each book sold online; 10% of all non-book sales

Nonprofit beneficiary: First Book

Use of funds: Give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books.

When: Ongoing

Spoonfuls of Stories

2006-11-13T13:13:00.000-08:00

Spoonfuls of Stories
Just as Cheerios helps fuel kids to start the day, reading gives them the power to succeed in life. Parents and families play a critical role in making reading a priority.
For the last 5 years, Cheerios has teamed up with parents and families to encourage reading with "Spoonfuls of Stories®," distributing more than 25 million books in boxes of Cheerios ad donating over $2 million to First Book, an international children’s literacy organization.

Company explanation: http://www.cheerios.com/ourCompany/SpoonfulsStories.aspx

Donation: Books included in cereal boxes

Nonprofit beneficiary: First Book

Use of Funds: Give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books.

When: Ongoing

Read Teddy

2006-11-13T13:07:00.000-08:00

Product: Read Teddy
Build-A-Bear Workshop developed a partnership with First Book®, a national literacy organization that provides new books to children from low-income families. Through the sale of a special bear, Read TeddyTM, Build-A-Bear Workshop and First Book hope to put books into the hands of children who would otherwise not have them.
With the purchase of each Read Teddy, Build-A-Bear Workshop will donate one dollar to First Book. These contributions will help the organization purchase books that will be distributed through its local advisory boards in communities across the country.

Company explanation:http://www.buildabear.com/play/bookclub/BookClub.aspx

Donation: Percentage of the proceeds from each purchase of Read Teddy to First Book

Nonprofit beneficiary: First Book

Use of funds: Give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books

When: Ongoing

Komen Candle and Komen Jewelry Box

2006-11-13T13:03:00.000-08:00

Product: Komen Candle and Komen Jewelry Box

Pier 1 and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation joined together in 1991 to help in the fight against breast cancer. All of us have been affected by breast cancer in some way and through this partnership with the Komen Foundation, Pier 1 hopes to make a difference in fighting this life-threatening disease. During their 14-year relationship, Pier 1 has donated several million dollars to the foundation and is a member of Komen’s Million Dollar Council.

The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation was established in 1982 by Nancy Brinker to honor the memory of her sister, Susan G. Komen, who died from breast cancer at the age of 36. Today, the foundation is dedicated to eradicating breast cancer as a life-threatening disease and does so through research grants, educational and community outreach programs, fundraising efforts and corporate partnerships like the one with Pier 1.

Company explanation: http://www.pier1.com/company/philanthropy.aspx

Donation: 25% of the Komen Candle; 25% of the Komen Jewelry Box

Nonprofit beneficiary: Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

Use of funds: Support the fight against breast cancer.

When: Ongoing

UNICEF Greeting Cards

2006-11-13T12:59:00.000-08:00

Product: UNICEF Greeting Cards; Gift Cards

Since its relationship with the U.S. Fund for UNICEF began in 1985, Pier 1 has contributed over $21 million to the organization. Pier 1 is committed to UNICEF and its goal to improve the lives of children around the world. With the funds raised by Pier 1, UNICEF is able to provide lifesaving medicines, vaccines, nutritious foods, primary education, clean water and sanitation, and emergency relief for millions of children and women in over 158 countries and territories.

Established in 1947, the U.S. Fund for UNICEF has worked alongside the United Nations Children's Fund by raising support for its programs and increasing public awareness of the challenges facing the world's children. As the oldest of 37 national committees for UNICEF worldwide, the U.S. Fund is part of a global effort to advance humanity with health, education, equality and protection for every child.

Company explanation: http://www.pier1.com/company/philanthropy.aspx

Donation: 100% of UNICEF greeting cards; $1.20 per $50 gift card during Mother’s Day Holiday

Nonprofit beneficiary: UNICEF

Use of funds: Improve the lives of children around the world

When: Ongoing

The Home Depot

2006-11-13T12:49:00.000-08:00

The Home Depot
The Home Depot continues to increase its support of KaBOOM!, its largest non-profit partner whose vision is to create a great place to play within walking distance of every child in North America. Last year, Home Depot's associates helped propel that vision by building 102 playgrounds for communities in need. Since 1996, Home Depot associates have built over 250 playgrounds in partnership with KaBOOM!.

KaBOOM!'s flexible model allows The Home Depot to bring this meaningful service initiative to any of the over 1900 local communities that our stores serve. The projects offer a unique opportunity to galvanize a community as store associates work side by side with members of the local community on a tangible structure that will have a lasting positive impact for the neighborhood. The impact reaches beyond the playground structure as the community gains confidence in addressing local needs and issues on its own.

Company explanation:http://corporate.homedepot.com/wps/portal/!ut/p/.cmd/cs/.ce/7_0_A/.s/7_0_11V/_s.7_0_A/7_0_11V

Donation: Not specified

Nonprofit beneficiary: KaBOOM!

Use of funds: Build playgrounds for children

When: Ongoing

Good Magazine

2006-11-13T12:26:00.000-08:00

Good Magazine
The magazine is doing this because 1) it’s smart business and 2) they believe in this. Let the secret be known—most magazines do not make money on subscriptions or newsstand sales. Traditionally, the best way to get a bunch of new subscribers is to send millions of pieces of unsolicited mail – junk mail – to people who might have some interest. They don't like junk mail, and they don't like the thought of spending millions of dollars on it. So they came up with the idea of giving away all subscription fees and allowing subscribers to choose which organization they would like to support.

This whole thing is an experiment. If it works, they'll actually spend less than half of what it traditionally costs to acquire subscribers. The success of this campaign will allow the magazine to: a) meet a self-selecting group of quality subscribers who find them through word of mouth, internet links, media coverage, our partner organizations, or the other crazy schemes we like to come up with; b) raise significant money for organizations that will do something important with it; and c) save resources and prove that you can do well by doing good.

The goal for their launch year is to create 6 amazing issues of GOOD, sign up 50,000 subscribers and donate $1 million to their favorite organizations.

Company explanation:http://www.goodmagazine.com/subscribe

Donation: $20

Nonprofit beneficiary: Organization of subscriber’s choice

Use of funds: n/a

When: Through mid-2007

Ethos Water

2006-11-13T12:07:00.000-08:00

Product: Ethos Water
Founded in 2002 by Peter Thum and Jonathan Greenblatt, Ethos Water was is a way to help raise awareness and support efforts to address the world water crisis. The staggering scale of this crisis cannot be overstated. The magnitude of the problem dwarfs other global health issues; nearly 20 percent of the world’s population lacks access to safe drinking water. Ethos Water’s mission is to help children around the world get clean drinking water through the support of water projects.

Ethos Water comes from protected and sustainable natural springs in the Palomar Mountain range in Southern California and the Pocono Valley in western Pennsylvania. Local sourcing strategies allow the brand to offer bottled water with a diminished impact by reducing the depletion of any single water source and by decreasing the transportation impacts of shipping water long distances. As Ethos Water distribution expands to other markets, it will continue to explore new springs that meet this environmental criteria.

Starbucks announced that five cents from the sale of each bottle of Ethos Water will support Starbucks goal of donating $10 million over the next five years to non-profit organizations that are helping to alleviate the world water crisis. Through the Starbucks Foundation, the Company will direct funds from its sale of Ethos Water to support humanitarian water projects around the world via relationships with a variety of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). The cost of any particular water project varies based on many factors including its scope and local environment. Water projects range from digging wells to creating comprehensive infrastructure and training. In some regions, approximately $25 would enable access to an adequate amount of clean water for one person.

At its core, Starbucks hopes that Ethos Water will educate and empower a growing global community of compassionate people to help alleviate the world water crisis.

Company explanation:http://www.starbucks.com/csrnewsletter/fall05/csrCommSociety.asp

Donation: 5 cents per bottle

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various non-profits

Use of funds: Non-profit organizations that are helping to alleviate the world water crisis.

When: Over the next 5 years

Timberland

2006-11-13T11:55:00.000-08:00

Timberland's commitment to justice and children is realized through our relationship with Share Our Strength, one of the nation's leading anti-hunger, anti-poverty organizations. Through creative partnerships with chefs, restaurateurs, writers and corporations, Share Our Strength brings together a diverse network to end hunger and poverty. Book sales, bake sales, taste events and co-branded products engage consumers in Share Our Strength's mission as partners in the fight against hunger.

Timberland and Share Our Strength have been partners since 1996. Together, we've developed creative programs - such as the Timberland® Crib Bootie line - to donate a portion of proceeds to SOS and highlight the issue of childhood hunger. In 2001, SOS founder Bill Shore joined Timberland's Board of Directors. In 2003, Timberland CEO Jeff Swartz joined SOS Board of Directors.

Company explanation: www.timberland.com

Donation: 50 cents per pair on select shoes, 5 – 20% per sale on organic t-shirt

Nonprofit beneficiary: Share Our Strength

Use of funds: Support the fight against hunger.

When: Ongoing

Whole Foods

2006-11-13T11:53:00.000-08:00

Whole Foods

Community giving at Whole Foods Market is rooted in our belief that corporations, as well as individuals, must be good tenants of the planet. We are intimately connected to the health and economy of each community we serve, and feel it is our responsibility to give back to those communities in meaningful ways. We are committed to donating at least five percent of our annual net profits to charitable causes. For us, giving back expands our passion for quality foods into the larger arena of quality of life.

Company explanation: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/company/communitygiving.html

Donation: 5% of sales

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various local or regional non-profit or educational organizations.

Use of funds: Varies per organization

When: “5 Percent Days” (held throughout the year)

Stonyfield Farm

2006-11-13T11:50:00.000-08:00

Each year Stonyfield Farm gives away 10 percent of its profits to organizations and projects that work to protect and restore the earth. In 2005, for example, we gave $713,420 to non-profit and educational organizations across the country to support their innovative environmental and organic programs--from supporting bicycling as a means of transportation, to a four-year university dedicated to saving the ecosystems of the tropics. We look for projects that protect and restore the planet and generate measurable results

Company explanation: http://www.stonyfield.com/EarthActions/GivingProfitstothePlanet.cfm

Donation: 10% of profits

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various organizations

Use of funds: Support organizations and projects that work to protect and restore the earth.

When: Ongoing

Newman's Own

2006-11-13T11:48:00.000-08:00

Newman's Own was supposed to be a tiny boutique operation-parchment labels on elegant wine bottles of antique glass. We expected train wrecks along the way and got, instead, one astonishment followed by another astonishment followed by another. We flourished like weeds in the garden of Wishbone, like silver in the vaults of finance. A lot of the time we thought we were in first gear we were really in reverse, but it didn't seem to make any difference. We anticipated sales of $1,200 a year and a loss, despite our gambling winnings, of $6,000. But in these twenty years we have earned over $175 million, which we've given to countless charities. How to account for this massive success? Pure luck? Transcendental meditation? Machiavellian manipulation? Aerodynamics? High colonics? We haven't the slightest idea.

Company explanation: http://newmansown.com/ourstory.cfm

Donation: 100% of profit

Nonprofit beneficiary: Various charities

Use of funds: Varies per charity

When: Ongoing

Rainbow Card

2006-11-13T11:45:00.000-08:00

For every new account that is opened and every purchase made with the card, Bank of America will make a contribution to the Rainbow Endowment - at no additional cost to you!

Company explanation: www.bankofamerica.com

Donation: 10 cents per purchase

Nonprofit beneficiary: Rainbow Endowment

Use of funds: Grant programs that support gay and lesbian organizations.

When: Ongoing

Rachael Ray 3-Knife

2006-11-13T11:43:00.000-08:00

Great knives for a great cause! The Rachael Ray SOS Kitchen Trio Set features 3 Füri Gusto-Grip Knives and comes packaged in a specially designed box. A portion of sales will benefit Share Our Strength, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending childhood hunger.

Company explanation: www.foodnetwork.com

Donation: Portion of sales (not specified)

Nonprofit beneficiary: Share Our Strength

Use of funds: Support ending hunger.

When: Ongoing

Pink Pony T-Shirt

2006-11-13T11:38:00.000-08:00

Pink Pony is Polo Ralph Lauren’s initiative in the fight against cancer. With a focus on breast cancer, Pink Pony supports programs for early diagnosis, education, treatment and research and is dedicated to bringing patient navigation and quality cancer care to medically underserved communities. Ten percent of proceeds from Pink Pony products benefits the Pink Pony Fund.

Company explanation: http://about.polo.com/philanthropy/pink_pony.asp

Donation: Portion of proceeds (not specified)

Nonprofit beneficiary: Pink Pony Fund for Cancer Care and Prevention

Use of funds: Support fight against cancer.

When: Ongoing

Oscar de la Renta T-shirt

2006-11-13T11:34:00.000-08:00

Show your support for the fight against women's cancers with a limited edition cotton T-shirt designed by Oscar de la Renta exclusively for Saks Fifth Avenue's Key To The Cure. $31 from the sale of each T-shirt will benefit the Women's Cancer Research Fund, a program of the Entertainment Industry Foundation.

Company explanation: www.saksfifthavenue.com

Donation: $31 per shirt (cost of shirt is $35)

Nonprofit beneficiary: Women’s Cancer Research Fund

Use of funds: Support the fight against women’s cancers.

When: October, 2006 (Breast Cancer Awareness Month)

GAP (RED)

2006-11-13T11:30:00.000-08:00

Can something as simple as buying a product make a difference for Africa? That's the hope of Gap, Bono, Bobby Shriver, and Dr. Richard Feachem, executive director of the Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis. They're some of the founding forces behind (PRODUCT) RED, a new global business initiative that raises awareness and money for the Global Fund by teaming with iconic brands to create (PRODUCT) RED branded products. Gap (PRODUCT) RED T-shirts are currently available in Gap stores in the U.K.; an expanded collection will launch in the U.S. and U.K. this fall. Half the profits from Gap (PRODUCT) RED products will go to supporting the Global Fund's HIV/AIDS programs in Africa.

Company explanation: http://www.gapinc.com/red/

Donation: Half the profits from Gap (PRODUCT) RED sales

Nonprofit beneficiary: (PRODUCT) RED

Use of funds: Help women and children affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa.

When: Ongoing

Bond No. 9 “Scent of Peace”

2006-11-13T11:23:00.000-08:00

One woman's perfume is another's eau de toilette. What's a guy to do? Bond No. 9's new Scent of Peace may be just what the love doctor ordered. Whether she sighs or gags after the first whiff, you're sure to make love, not war when she hears your purchase of Scent of Peace will help usher in peace on earth. Bond No. 9 is donating two dollars from each bottle sold to UNICEF. You won't even have to cross enemy lines to buy Scent of Peace at one of Bond No. 9's four New York City stores. It's available locally at Saks Fifth Avenue.You say your lover prefers au naturale and pays the bills by selling arms to the Congo? No problem. Scent of Peace is also a cologne.

Company explanation: www.thesavvygiver.com

Donation: $2 per bottle

Nonprofit beneficiary: UNICEF

Use of funds: Improve the lives of children around the world.

M and M's (pink)

2006-11-10T13:26:00.000-08:00

Product: M and Ms ® (pink)

Remember when M&M'S® just came in brown, red, orange, green and yellow?
My how times have changed. Now they come in electric green, aqua and silver, to name a few. Different? Yes. Special? No. Only one new color fits that bill: pink.

Company explanation: http://www.mandm.com/pink

Nonprofit beneficiary: Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

Use of funds: Support Komen's fight against breast cancer.

When: Now through end of October (National Breast Cancer Awareness Month)

Donation:

35 cents on 14-ounce packages
50 cents 21.3 ounce packages
minimum donation of $250,000