Here are links to just a few of the incredible organizations you've supported with us - you can continue to contribute by donating and/or volunteering directly, sharing their work with friends, following their social media, and more! Animal Rescue: North Shore Animal League Civil Liberties: NYCLU Environmental Protection: Amazon Watch, NY Renews Feminism: Feminist Camp Girls' Education: Girl Up LGBTQ+ Youth: The Trevor Project Mental Health: Loveland Foundation Poverty Alleviation: Sisi Fund Protect Voting Rights: Fair Fight, Let NY Vote, Black Voters Matter Fund Racial Ju ..read more

We have some big news.  The last 8 years have been an incredible journey – from our launch and first partnership supporting women entrepreneurs in Kenya, to expanding to over 15+ impact partners and building this community to over 100K changemakers taking action for a more just and equitable world.   Bird + Stone founder Elana making some of our first bracelets!   But as you know - and have likely experienced - the last few years have been challenging. Running a small business is no easy feat, and the last couple of years have been even more difficult under the pandemic, and the ..read more

Whether you want to fight the climate crisis solo in your everyday life, bring your community into the effort, or join a larger collective action, discover new ways you can contribute no matter where you are!   At Home One of the biggest stressors on the climate is food waste in America, and over 60% of it comes from households. Try taking this 7 Day No Food Waste challenge to start a more mindful and creative relationship with food waste in your daily life!     At Work Collective action is often thought of as something we do in our personal lives, but your work ..read more

 "I witness daily the consequences of armed conflict on the lives of women and girls. In the courage and dignity of victims and survivors, I have seen human nature at its best. And in the sheer brutality of crimes against them, I have seen it at its very worst." -"To temper war and conflict, empower women" op-ed by Fatou Bensouda     Women and girls often bear an immense weight during periods of armed conflict beyond the fighting itself - from the threat of sexual violence to the removal of resources like education. And too often they are silenced, ignored, a ..read more

Every journey needs a soundtrack - and not just music! From political deep dives (that actually dive deep) to hilarious comedy (that doesn't punch down) to soothing meditative thoughts (that are also about cereal?), here are five incredible podcasts to listen to as you make the world a better place.   Minority Korner: When You're Looking For Some New Perspectives Hosted by James Arthur M., "a queer, political, comedian, self proclaimed, sexy blerd (that’s Black Nerd)," this funny and insightful podcast brings on a brilliant guest every week to tackle everything from seriou ..read more

Together, we can make 2022 a year of justice, growth, and change - so grab a little guidance from the stars along the way with our guide to your sign's activist personality! Does your horoscope match with your activism style, or are you more drawn to another sign's vibe? Read on to find out...   Aries (March 21 - April 19): The Leader For a trendsetting movement-starter, find an Aries (like Gloria Steinem)! You're the perfect person to set a new idea into motion and get everyone else fired up along with you. Perfect bracelet: The Future is Feminist     Taurus&nb ..read more

If someone needs an abortion but can’t access one, where can they turn? Abortion funds are local grassroots organizations that serve as a crucial source of financial support, guidance, and other tools (like translation services or transportation) for those who need abortions. And with laws like SB 8 in Texas being considered in several states, we need these real-life superheroes now more than ever. That's why our Women's Health collection donates with every purchase to support these critical organizations. Learn more by meeting a few of the powerhouse Texas abortion orgs we sup ..read more

This weekend, take some time for you - self care is so important if you want keep up your strength in the long-term fight for equality. So rest up, reset your brain, and find a beach read (whether or not you're on the beach)! What should you read, you ask? We recommend... well, anything that isn't doomscrolling your feed... but here are 5 soul-reviving books for 5 kinds of readers, all by brilliant women and nonbinary people of color!  What kind of reader are you? The Rom-Com Queen Sofia Khan is Not Obliged by Ayisha Malik     If you love romantic comedies as much as we do, th ..read more

Today, as the Taliban retake political and military control in Kabul, we are seeing an immediate and extreme escalation of the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. You might be hearing about threats to women’s rights, huge numbers of evacuating refugees, or concern about what this means for the safety of the Afghan people. When a crisis is this new and complex, sometimes it helps to focus on one question at a time. Let’s start here:   WHAT CAN I DO TODAY? 1. LEARN MORE Start here: The Associated Press has a good breakdown of what’s going on, and CNN has live updates from the capital ..read more

Vote with your Wallet Black and Hispanic people account for 75% of cannabis related offenses, yet they currently own less than 1% of the cannabis industry. That's got to change. And Black women are making it happen. At Bird and Stone, we are all about voting with your wallet and using purchasing power to create the change you want to see in the world. That's why we've made this list of female founded Black-owned cannabusinesses to support on 4/20 (or any day of the year).  Use this list to support Black women entrepreneurs lighting it up in the cannabis industry and cr ..read more