A couple of weeks ago, I started following Kiehl’s on Twitter (@kiehlsnyc), and noticed every now and then they would donate 100% of sales of any given item to the Waterkeeper Alliance. They called the campaign “10/10/10,” which essentially meant that for 10 days they sold 10 products for only $10 and donated 100% of the sales to the Waterkeeper Alliance, up to $10K. Got it? Well, the 10/10/10 campaign is over, but that doesn’t [...]

It’s time for most of us to re-up our summer wardrobes, and need to do so without maxing out our budgets! Stop into Macy’s tomorrow, the 25th, and enjoy savings between 10-20% as they host a special shopping event to benefit the National Park Foundation and other organizations which protect the environment on a local level! So, here’s what you do: 1. Purchase a $5 One Good Turn Ticket (proceeds to charity) 2. Receive an [...]

The beautiful top above is one of the many pieces in the spring Kristinit collection. The collection, created by Kristina Lenss, features beautiful pieces which are feminine and romantic. Kristinit uses innovative organic fabrics, local manufacturing, and fair trade practices, and the company donates a percentage of each sale to One Percent for the Planet and the Pachamama Alliance. You can find Kristinit designs in stores in California, Florida, Georgia, Oregon and Texas. If you aren’t [...]

If you’re going shopping this weekend, you should check out the stores of Gap, Inc. This weekend is Family and Friends weekend at the Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy. Not only are they giving you 30% off your purchases, they will be donating 5% of sales to one of six charities. That’s right! You can contribute to the following organizations: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Teach for America Feeding America Boys and Girls Club [...]

Kimpton Hotels, a group of boutique hotels across the US, is not only skilled at providing swanky hotel stays, but they also do a great jobs supporting charitable causes. The hotels have lasting partnerships with Dress for Success and the Trust for Public Land, and also contribute to local HIV/AIDS organizations in the cities of their hotels. In addition to the various events hosted by Kimpton Hotels, they also offer you the opportunity to “Join [...]

It’s no secret that the winter can bring about horribly dry skin. I feel like I’m applying lotion and a slew of other moisturizers CONSTANTLY. I guess it’s just one of those things that we can’t avoid (like political scandals in Chicago).  If you’re looking for a new moisturizer to add into your routine, I suggest that you check out LUSH Cosmetics’ Charity Pot. I sampled it a few days ago and my hands felt [...]

It’s hard to believe that AKIRA is only six years old. I mean, those red awnings and shopping bags are ALL over town. To celebrate their milestone, the North Avenue stores will be hosting Carnivale this Thursday, the 17th! The event will last from 5-10p and feature complimentary Belvedere cocktails, food, and live entertainment. In addition to the $10 suggested donation, Akira will also be donating 10% of the proceeds to Chicago Gateway Green, a nonprofit dedicated to [...]