All the companies featured in our Companies That Care category have been selected because of their mission to make this world a better place. They care and give back to many causes, be it the percentage of profits, actual product, or support non-profit organizations. Because of the efforts of these companies, peoples’ lives in the communities all over the world are changing for the better as their future is filling up with hopes and possibilities. Additionally, these companies care about our environment. Their standards for responsible and sustainable manufacturing practices as well as supporting eco-friendly causes help ensure that our world will be preserved for future generations.

	Toms gives a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair of shoes purchased. They recently gave away one-millionth pair.
	Better World Books sells new and used books and uses the proceeds to promote literacy and to support building schools and libraries all over the world.
	Organic Bouquet works together with other organizations to provide opportunities in farming communities all over the world. Among many projects, the company is involved in ensuring education for the children in these communities and supporting environmentally responsible farming practices.
	Bake Me A Wish conducting “Operation: Birthday Cake,” through which they send birthday cakes to soldiers overseas.
	Piperlime together with Soles4Souls provides shoes for people affected by natural disasters throughout the world. It also supports The Art of Elysium – an organization that provides artistic workshops for children with serious medical conditions.
	Element EcoWear donates a portion of their profits to charitable organizations whose focus is to protect and preserve our environment.
	Green Diva Jewelry plants a tree for each piece of jewelry purchased as well as donates a portion of its profits to eco projects.
	REI is committed to the preservation and protection of our environment and supports nonprofit organizations that share this commitment.

Above is just an overview of the work these companies are involved in. To learn more, please visit an individual company’s page under Companies That Care category.