Trusted brands using certified ethical and sustainable business practices.
Arms of Andes manufactures sustainable high-performance outdoor apparel that preserves traditional Peruvian alpaca wool production and leads the way in environmentally responsible clothing. Alpacas evolved at high altitudes in the Andes Mountains and adapted to extreme temperature variations. Their wool is a lightweight, breathable, durable, moisture-wicking, anti-bacterial natural fiber with excellent thermoregulation properties. Arms of Andes sources raw fleece directly from farming families that raise small herds of free-roaming alpaca, use gentle shearing techniques, and keep their animals safe and healthy. They carry out every stage of production, from sourcing alpaca fiber to manufacturing garments, in Peru to minimize their carbon footprint and ensure traceability. Arms of Andes offers an original range made with low-impact dyes and a Leave No Trace collection that is fully biodegradable and colored with indigo, cochineal, eucalyptus, and molle natural dyes. They are working to reduce plastic and synthetic materials throughout their supply chain.
Arni's Foods specializes in organic dried fruits with no added sugar, preservatives, or other additives. Options include dried jackfruit, dried pineapple, dried papaya, dried banana, dried mango, and mixed dried fruit.
Aroma Miracle produces natural serums, scrubs, cleansers, face creams, lotions, body butters, shampoos, conditioners, hair waxes, and hair oils that are free from synthetic colors, fragrances, and harmful synthetic addititives. They aim to offer an affordable local alternative to imported personal care products that contain ingredients with known health and environmental risks. Aroma Miracle prioritizes mild, plant-based ingredients that are permitted under internationational organic standards for cosmetics. They use argan oil, jojoba oil, and shea butter as well as locally sourced ingredients like aloe vera, gotukola, karapincha, neem, nelli, wild turmeric, madder, licorice root, and organic virgin coconut oil.
AromaStick is an aromatherapy inhaler made from organic certified pure essential oils. They offer a convenient and effective way for people to naturally boost their mood. The six formulas (Balance, Calm, Relax, Refresh, Focus, and Energy) were developed in Switzerland based on scientific research and their impact on mood has been tested in randomized control trials.
Arras works for a cleaner and healthier planet through sustainable clothing production. They specialize in hand spun, hand woven eri silk, also known as ahimsa silk or peace silk, from the North East Region of India. They also use organically grown rain-fed kala cotton, GOTS certified organic cotton, and locally grown conventional cotton, which they are in the process of phasing out. The ahimsa silk and organic cotton fabrics are naturally dyed with indigo, turmeric, lac, madder, and other indigenous plants. All products and packaging are free from plastics and synthetic fibers. Arras provides training, workshops, and interest-free micro loans to their weavers and artisans and is committed to women's empowerment, fair trade practices, and rural economic development. They are a member of Catalyst 2030.
Array specializes in a peanut cacao spread with no refined sugar or additives. It contains virgin coconut oil and hand processed cacao from Sri Lanka and provides a healthy, all natural alternative to imported chocolate spreads.
Artbox London aims to to improve the wellbeing and inclusion of people with learning disabilities and autism, while increasing their visibility in the community and raising the profile of their artwork in the wider art world. They provide a safe and inclusive space where adults with learning disabilities and autism can explore and discover art, grow as artists and individuals, be accepted and appreciated, and make lasting connections. Artbox conducts studio workshops, offers outreach and one-to-one support, organizes trips to galleries and museums, hosts exhibitions, and creates sales opportunities for their artists. These activities improve mental health and social wellbeing by reducing isolation, loneliness, depression and anxiety and increasing confidence, self-esteem and self-pride. For the general public, Artbox offers evening art courses, volunteer placements, corporate workshops, and the opportunity to purchase unique original artwork, prints, cards, notebooks, calendars, and gifts. Artbox London is a registered charity.
Art for Hope is a social enterprise that supports marginalized women by promoting their handicrafts. In Tajikistan, they work work with a network of women's organizations that produces textile housewares and bags, supports the formation of self-help groups for women-headed households, and provides training opportunities, tools, and materials for income generation. In Macedonia, they work with an organization that makes knit accessories, toys, and dolls and supports women with breast cancer. Art for Hope organizes training programs, offers business education and support services, and partners with businesses in Switzerland to expand product sales.
Artha Networks emerged from Artha Impact, the impact investing arm of Rianta Capital. Artha was committed to supporting small ticket, high risk social enterprises in India, but their impact was constrained by the high transaction costs associated with the majority of such deals. In 2008, they developed a software platform to lower the costs of discovery and due diligence in underserved regions and sectors. Artha Networks now offers an easy, automated white label of this platform for other impact investor networks, family offices, and institutions that want to lower their costs, increase their impact, and reduce the travel requirements and carbon footprint associated with discovery, due diligence, and monitoring. The platform is designed for interoperability and makes it possible to link with other mission aligned investment platforms to exchange information and opportunities. Artha also manages Impact for Breakfast, a global network of family offices, foundations, funds, venture philanthropy, and intermediary organizations with a shared interest in exploring the power and potential of social enterprise, entrepreneurship and impact investing.
ARTHOUSE Unlimited showcases the artistic talents and skills of adults who live with diverse learning and physical disabilities, fostering social inclusion, purpose, and a sense of value, respect, and pride. Their experienced art instructors and trained inclusion officers provide a safe and collaborative studio environment where artists can express themselves freely and produce both group and individual artworks. ARTHOUSE Unlimited sells framed and unframed originals as well as a range of printed mugs, tea towels, chocolate bars, biscuits, seed packs, books, gift cards, and other products that feature information on the artists and the charity. The art studio is situated within a shop in Godalming, enabling artists to see their work displayed and interact with customers directly. ARTHOUSE Unlimited maintains a beneficiary award scheme that provides individual developmental and financial support to the artists without affecting access to necessary benefits. They reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Arture provides a cruelty-free, premium alternative to leather wallets, bags, and travel accessories. Their products are made from sustainably sourced natural cork. Cork harvesting does not involve cutting down trees. The bark regenerates every nine years. Arture products are lined with organic certified cotton that is colored with natural herbal dyes. The paper packaging is handmade from recycled cotton rags.
ArtVision Meditation has oil paintings and watercolors that focus on nature, rural life, women, and Sri Lanka's cultural heritage. The founder is an art teacher for children. Her work has been recognized by groups in South Korea, Japan, Germany and the United States.
Arugam Bay College is an international English language kindergarten and primary school on Sri Lanka's east coast that provides an innovative and creative learning program to meet children's individual needs with a special focus on diversity, community, and the environment. They combine a traditional syllabus with a holistic approach that encourages a natural flow of learning. Children have the opportunity to play, explore, go on adventures, and learn hands-on practical life skills. Activities include swimming, surfing, skating, yoga, gardening, fishing, Sinhala and Tamil classes, music, and traditional dance. Parental involvement in both the children’s learning and the running of the school is encouraged. Arugam Bay College organizes yearly fundraisers to cover the costs of local children from low income families. They also help with beach cleanups and raise funds for local national parks.
Aruma serves people with disabilities throughout the east coast of Australia and supports them to live the life they want and the life they choose. They coordinate National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) services including children's services, therapeutic services, social and community services, home and living support, and school leaver employment support. They also create supported employment opportunities through a portfolio of businesses. Aruma Services include facilities management, commercial laundry services, medical pack and forensic kit assembly, paper and cardboard recycling, packaging and distribution, and metal and wood manufacturing. Aussie Biscuits produces biscuits for retail and hospitality customers and fundraising groups from a factory in the rural community of Forbes, New South Wales. Summerland Farm is an ecotourism attraction, restaurant, cafe, and event facility that produces avocado and macadamia in the Ballina and Byron Hinterland. Aruma is a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise and a registered not-for-profit organization. All surplus is reinvested towards their mission.
Aruna Farm produces organic cinnamon and other perennial crops in southern Sri Lanka. The farm is verified under a local organic participatory guarantee system (PGS) and was recognized for the use of mulching and live fences. Aruna Farm specializes in value-added wellness products, like cinnamon tea and cinnamon bee honey, under the name Astro Cinnamon. Their mission is to raise local awareness about the health benefits of cinnamon and organic cultivation.
Avor & Mor Jewellery is inspired by wild Cornwall, committed to social and environmental responsibility, and made to last. Their timeless earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets, cufflinks, bookmarks, keyrings, and pet tags are handcrafted from recycled fine silver and recycled sterling silver. They work with their suppliers to reduce environmental impact and ensure workers, their families, and their communities are protected from human rights abuses and provided with safe working conditions and a living wage. Avor & Mor Jewellery has a sustainability roadmap that is shared online and is working towards net zero carbon emissions by 2030. They accept old silver from customers, recycle all silver dust and off-cuts, and offer plastic-free packaging that is easily reusable, home compostable, or recyclable. Ten percent of their Charity Recycle Me Collection is donated to The Wave Project, which started in Cornwall and uses surf therapy to help young people experiencing social, emotional, or mental health challenges. Avor & Mor Jewellery is part of United Nations Race to Zero.
Aryu Herbals is a registered Ayurveda company that uses indigenous knowledge and medicinal plants to create value-added wellness products. They specialize in local coffee blended with centella, moringa, brahmi, coriander, ginger, cardamom, kumbuk, and cinnamon. They also offer a line of herbal face masks made with clove oil, cinnamon, turmeric, ferula, neem, and other herbal ingredients. Aryu Herbals sources coffee, cinnamon, brahmi, and gotukola directly from a group of local farmers. They use a portion of profits to support community initiatives like book donation drives and cow rescue programs.
Asali Bali aims to develop and promote the bamboo construction industry by engaging highly skilled artisans from local communities and applying traditional Balinese knowledge in a modern context. The team integrates structural engineers, project managers, and experienced bamboo craftspeople. Together with a network of professional architects and partners, they provide a full spectrum of services from engineering consulting to construction and full project delivery of bamboo structures. Projects include eco resorts, spas, retail boutiques, restaurants, schools, warehouses, offices, bungalows, and more. Asali Bali has developed sustainable approaches to procurement, design, construction, and aftercare. They share this information through online resources and structural bamboo workshops.
Aseel onboards underserved communities to the digital economy through an online marketplace and a transparent aid platform. They started with "Buy Good," a mobile app designed to connect skilled artisans in Afghanistan with global buyers. They later expanded to "Do Good," which enables global supporters to participate in campaigns and send and track emergency packages and direct aid to Afghan families and individuals with registered Aseel Omid ID cards. Aseel's Atalan Network helps ensure digital inclusion and create local economic opportunities. Atalan means heroes in Pashto. Network members help artisans, small businesses, and families in need by creating shops, listing products, registering them for Omid ID cards, and ensuring aid delivery. They receive compensation or reimbursement for completed tasks. Aseel was started by Afghan youth. They have onboarded artisans and underserved communities in Afghanistan and Turkey and plan to expand to all 46 countries on the United Nations least developed countries (LDC) list.
Asgiriya Estates follows sustainable agriculture practices to protect the environment, public health, human communities, and animal welfare. Their mission is to produce healthy food without compromising future generations' ability to do the same. The farm is verified under a local participatory guarantee system (PGS) and produces organic coconut, cashew, free range eggs and more.