Social Justice Collection - Social Imprints

1. SOCIAL JUSTICE COLLECTION 2024

2. HAMILTON PERKINS UPCYCLED BAGS SOCIAL JUSTICE In 2014, Hamilton Perkins founded Hamilton Perkins Collection, an independent brand, designing and producing unique and award winning bags and accessories from recycled materials. Hamilton Perkins Collection exists to create timeless limited edition bags made from recycled plastic water bottles, pineapple leaf fiber, and billboard vinyl. The result is that no two bags are ever the same. Our first design, the Earth Bag Premium, was created so that our customers would not only carry a bag that was stylish but carry a bag they could be proud of. We surveyed more than 1,000 consumers to obtain their thoughts and feedback for each component of the Earth Bag Premium, which soon became one of our most popular designs. Perkins was the winner of the Virginia Velocity Tour hosted by the Governor of Virginia, and the recipient of a HUD Community Development Block Grant. The non-profit B Lab honored Hamilton Perkins Collection as a “Best for the World Overall” B Corporation in 2017.

3. T|W TOTE LUNCH BAGS SOCIAL JUSTICE Natives of the West Indies, Shallon and Sherika research and design products that solve overlooked problems. With backgrounds that range from mechanical engineering to business administration, these two work together to meet the needs of their target audience. While their sense of styles differ, their dedication to high quality products do not. As a luxury brand, T|W Tote wants to change how people view fashion and sustainability. Our vegan leather, insulated lunch bags are designed to keep your food warm or cold while you are on the go. The quality is unmatched. Whether you are a man, woman or non-binary person, T|W Tote is designed for you.

4. SEED2SHIRT ORGANIC TEES SOCIAL JUSTICE We are the first black-woman-owned vertically integrated apparel manufacturing & print on demand company in the US. Our products are ethically and sustainably manufactured from cotton material from African, and African-American cotton farmers produced at our small batch production centers in the US and Africa. We have developed relationships nationally and internationally for the past five years to ensure integrity and intention within the apparel manufacturing sector. We have created a Farmer Enrichment Program building our path forward by working in 4 countries on two continents (U.S.& Africa). You contribute to our Program, which currently serves 8,400 African farmers and 1,200 U.S. farmers for every order. Of the African farmers we serve, 58% are women. In addition to sales,$215,000 has been committed to expanding our outreach to 15,000+ more diverse farmers. We’ve partnered with 350 thousand cotton farmers in West Africa, sourced from 12,000 BIPOC Organic cotton farmers.

5. SOCIAL JUSTICE SUPLMNT BOTTLES SUPLMNT is a premium reusable water bottle company founded on the belief that hydration and culture should go hand in hand. As a black-owned business, we are determined to make a difference. Founder Jairus Morris started the company after discovering the product category and realizing no one in his circle owned any insulated water bottles, despite the existence of many major brands in the space.“Growing up in the inner city no one taught me, or my peers, the importance of drinking water and staying hydrated. In the majority of our households, high-sugar drinks such as Kool-Aid and soda were our only source of hydration. It wasn’t until later in life that I realized the health issues plaguing my family and friends had major roots in poor diet and hydration.” SUPLMNT is more than just a water bottle.

6. ELEMENTAL TUMBLERS SOCIAL JUSTICE Growing up, Seth and Vinh saw the fundamental need for water from two different perspectives. Seth, born in the Midwest, saw water as a plentiful resource needed for agriculture. Vinh grew up in Vietnam where clean drinking water was scarce. After meeting in 2009, the two engineers discovered a shared passion for enriching people’s lives while improving the planet. The two friends became the perfect balance using Seth’s creativity and Vinh’s technical skill. Reusable drinkware is only the beginning of their vision. By partnering with you and trusted organizations, Elemental’s goal is to create a healthier, more sustainable future for you and the world we live in. We have committed 3% of our profits. As part of our ongoing Give Back Programs, elemental has partnered with Charity Water and others to bring clean water and a better life to those who need it.

7. BOTANICA NATURALE SKINCARE SOCIAL JUSTICE Hello my name is Norma, I’m the founder of Botanica Naturale. Botanica Naturale is a clean beauty brand that sources non toxic ingredients to create products that’s gentle on the skin and help reduce skin irritations caused from harmful ingredients. We take pride in sourcing as many botanicals and natural ingredients into our products, while keeping the environment in mind. A majority of our packaging consists of glass and/or recycled plastic, it’s important to us to do our part to keep our earth safe. The idea of Botanica Naturale was born in 2018 after years of working in the cosmetic distribution and manufacturing industry. I worked closely with women like myself who started out by making beauty products in their homes. Working endlessly and tirelessly on their craft and growing into some of the major brands we see today. It truly inspired me to start my own brand. I researched ingredients and formulated my first product, a balm, to help with my children’s eczema, quickly realizing this is my passion. The name Botanica Naturale originated from my latina background. I’m a Brooklyn NY native, a wife and a mom to four amazing children.

8. FAIR TRADE BEAUTY PRODUCTS FROM ALAFFIA SOCIAL JUSTICE “Alaffia” is a greeting that means ‘a state of peace, health and well-being’. We care for one another and work together to build a more equitable future for women all over the world.”- Olowo-n’djo Tchala, Founder and CEO. Our success is measured by empowerment. Empowerment Projects are Alaffia’s mission in action, funded by the sales of Alaffia products. Alaffia invests in our communities because it is our moral responsibility and to ensure African resources empower African communities. The goal is to alleviate poverty and encourage gender equality. Our Empowerment Projects include several Education-Based Projects, Maternal Health, FGM Eradication, Eyeglasses and Environmental Sustainability. All of Alaffia’s projects empower Togolese communities to provide their skills and knowledge to the rest of the world and rise out of poverty.

9. LIT SOUL CANDLES SOCIAL JUSTICE Hi! I am Monica, the Founder of Lit Soul Candles! About four years ago, I turned to meditation to heal from the tough situations I was experiencing. I decided to meditate everyday (morning & night) for 30 days. At first it was weird, but after a couple of weeks, lighting my candle and meditating became the most important part of my day. Our slow burning candles are handcrafted in small batches, and serve as a daily reminder to let your light shine. We use natural coconut wax, a cotton-core wick, and phthalate-free fragrance/essential oil blends. Each candle is chakra specific, and contains a hand selected, High Vibration Crystal (available when the candle burns out). Once you’ve enjoyed your candle to the end of its life, simply wash your crystal and place it on your corresponding chakra during meditation. Lit Soul Candles are made in “upcycled” soup cans. The contents from these cans are used to make homemade meals for individuals experiencing homelessness in California. Los Angeles County has a growing population of 44,000+ homeless individuals. That’s a lot of hungry tummies to feed. With each candle you purchase, you help us to do what we love most: light souls.

10. JOYPOP EARRINGS SOCIAL JUSTICE Meet JoyPop creator, Devin M. Butler. This dynamic mother of two tiny humans grew up in Dallas but birthed her creative side while living in Washington, DC, New York, and Miami. As the saying goes, Man Plans, and God laughs. JoyPop was inspired by the space that God created in between MY plans and HIS desires for me. JoyPop earrings are lightweight with stainless steel posts or clip-on backings. They come in four sizes: Pop, Midi, Mini and Tiny.

11. COOKIES FROM PARTAKE FOODS SOCIAL JUSTICE Created in 2016 by Founder and CEO Denise Woodard, when her daughter was diagnosed with multiple food allergies, Partake exists to offer a selection of delicious, allergy-friendly foods that those with and without food restrictions can enjoy and share with confidence. All offerings are certified gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan and are free of the top 9 allergens (wheat, tree nuts, peanuts, milk, eggs, soy, fish, sesame and shellfish). Passionate about getting safe food into the hands of food insecure families, Partake partners with organizations like No Kid Hungry to provide access to the food, education and advocacy these families deserve. As a Black & Asian American woman, Denise is passionate about raising awareness of Black and female entrepreneurship and increasing opportunities for underrepresented people seeking careers in the food and beverage industry. In 2020, Denise founded Black Futures in Food & Beverage, an annual fellowship program that mentors HBCU students and helps them secure internships and jobs at the program’s end.

12. ARTISTIC TOY STUFFED PLUSH CHARACTERS SOCIAL JUSTICE Artistic Toys & Promotions is a woman and minority owned business specializing in custom plush and accessories. Katrina Marshall began at Artistic Toys as a part-time receptionist in 2006 and eventually held every position from dressing teddy bears to negotiating key contracts. Marshall acquired the company in December of 2017. Since that time, she has won numerous awards in manufacturing for her hard work and dedication.