Businesses Doing Good

Celebrating innovative ways businesses are making a difference in the world

A small group of artificial reefs sit underwater next to a Buddha statue

This startup recycles pet ashes into artificial reefs to save marine life. Human remains are next

Resting Reef turns a loved one’s loss into a memorial reef designed to restore marine biodiversity.

Spotify partners with Noah Kahan, Chappell Roan to provide free therapy to small artists

In a new initiative with Backline, a nonprofit that supports mental health in the music industry, small artists can access therapy for free.

On the left, a resort perched atop a Balinese rainforest. On the right, one of the guest villas, or bales, with open walls, a huge four-posted bed draped in white canopies.

This 'no-walls, no-doors' rainforest resort in Bali doubles as a firefly conservatory and nursery

Atop the Balinese rainforest sits a tree-house style resort that boasts breathtaking views — and a budding firefly nursery.

An aerial view of a person flipping through a book in a bookstore

New online bookstore in UK donates 10% of all sales to charity: 'You can buy books and do good'

BookKind owners Gemma Lovett and Sara Montgomery saw an opportunity to align an “everyday act” with making an impact.

A collage of Pride merchandise, including a jacket from Levi's, Bombas socks, a green hat that reads "queer magic," colorful Converse, rainbow floral boxer briefs, and a white tote bag that reads "support your local drag queens"

11 best Pride Month collections that give back — without rainbow washing

Corporate retailers like Target have gotten flack for their half-hearted Pride collections. Here are some ethical brands to support while you show your true colors.

Two photos side by side. On the left, Dylan Mulvaney is photographed with blond hair in a light pink sweater against a darker pink backdrop. On the right, a Lush bath bomb in the colors of the trans pride flag dissolves in water

Dylan Mulvaney was once a sales associate at Lush. Now, her bath bomb has raised $30K for trans advocacy

Lush has been a long-time supporter of queer and trans shoppers and employees.

On the left a woman approaches a stray pregnant dog in a landfill, with dumpsters in the background. In the middle, a brightly painted orange and blue building, lined with trees under a blue sky. On the right, the same stray dog now lays in a pen with puppies around her.

Shelter gets 'mutt-ernity suite' makeover for their most vulnerable rescues: pregnant stray dogs

Three Little Pitties animal rescue got a helping hand from Tito’s Vodka For Dog People program, which overhauled their facilities to give pregnant stray dogs a safe space to recover.

A Taco Bell restaurant glows against the dark backdrop of night

Taco Bell has provided $64M in scholarships over the last decade: 'I'm graduating completely debt-free'

The fast food chain’s Live Más Scholarship is celebrating “ten years of impact.”

Abstract Line Art for AAPI Heritage Month

22 Ideas To Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a celebration of the many contributions and achievements of the AAPI community.

Three photos side by side. On the left, a silver necklaces with a pendant showing two hands. In the center, two cocktail glasses with a blue rim. On the right, a stack of beaded bracelets

27 Mother's Day Gifts That Give Back To Other Moms

These meaningful gifts will make any mom feel special, while also supporting other mothers and children in need.

A crowd of people in Grand Central Station in New York City

Interactive map crowd-sources 'neurodivergent-friendly' spaces across New York City

A project of KultureCity, the map of “Neu York” aims to help neurodivergent individuals feel more comfortable navigating the busy city.

Ilana Glazer smashes a vase in a purple rage room

Ilana Glazer, Calm host free rage room for moms: 'We don't need calm; we need community'

Mental health app Calm joined famously funny mom Ilana Glazer to initiate the “Not Calm Moms” club. Here’s how to join.