Businesses Making a Difference

Here is a list of businesses that are making a positive difference in the world today. All of the businesses mentioned in the book are in this directory as well as many others currently doing excellent work around the globe.

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Big Dipper Wax Works Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.bigdipperwaxworks.com

We are a small company dedicated to creating all natural beeswax candles of the highest quality.

Fair Indigo Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.fairindigo.com

Every item with the Fair Indigo label is made in a facility that pays fair and meaningful wages, not the minimum wages that dominate the industry.

Fair Trade Sports Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.fairtradesports.com

Fair Trade Sports, Inc is the first sports equipment company in the US to launch a full line of eco-certified Fair Trade sports balls, ensuring fair wages and healthy working conditions for our adult workers.

Green America Gift Guide Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.coopamerica.org/pubs/greengifts

Green America's guide that makes green gift giving easier.

Greensender Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.greensender.com

Greensender exists to help bridge that gap between good intentions and taking action. Using things like reusable bags and bottles is very important and modifying our collective usage of these items can have a substantial, positive impact.

Mailstopper Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.mailstopper.tonic.com

Planet Green and Tonic.com present Precycle. Stop your postal junk mail, get two energy-efficient light bulbs and receive a great reusable bad in one easy gift package.

Organic Bouquets Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.organicbouquet.com

Since 2001, Organic Bouquet, has been offering sustainably grown flowers fresh from our partner farms.

Ten Thousand Villages Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.tenthousandvillages.com

Ten Thousand Villages works with over 130 artisan groups in more than 38 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to bring you fair trade jewelry, home decor, gifts and more.

World of Good Socially Responsible Gifts http://www.worldofgood.com

WorldofGood.com by eBay is the world’s first online marketplace to convene thousands of People Positive and Eco Positive sellers and products all in one place, empowering you to shop in ways that align with your personal values.