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Earth Month: Changing Lives and Reshaping Retail
Community & Events, Recycling News, Retail Partnerships Elaine Birks-MItchell Community & Events, Recycling News, Retail Partnerships Elaine Birks-MItchell

Earth Month: Changing Lives and Reshaping Retail

Earth Month is one of my favorite times of the year because it reminds us that caring for the planet and caring for people can (and should!) go hand in hand. When you support The Undie Chest, you’re doing both—reducing waste and restoring dignity by donating new underwear to people who truly need it.

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Looking for a Charity to Support? How Retailers Can Create Meaningful, Measurable Impact in Their Communities
Retail Partnerships, Recycling News, Sustainability Elaine Birks-MItchell Retail Partnerships, Recycling News, Sustainability Elaine Birks-MItchell

Looking for a Charity to Support? How Retailers Can Create Meaningful, Measurable Impact in Their Communities

If you’re a retailer looking for a meaningful way to give back, you’re not alone. We work with businesses that want their impact to be thoughtful, measurable, and rooted in dignity. This blog walks through why essentials matter, how retail partnerships work, and how your business can support women, youth, and schools in ways that truly make a difference.

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Buy One, Donate One This Valentine’s: Support Women in Need
Community & Events, Retail Partnerships Elaine Birks-MItchell Community & Events, Retail Partnerships Elaine Birks-MItchell

Buy One, Donate One This Valentine’s: Support Women in Need

Valentine’s Day often comes with a reason to refresh. A new bra. New underwear. Something that feels good to wear, whether you’re shopping for someone special or simply treating yourself.

What many people don’t think about in that moment is how rare these same items are for others. New bras and underwear are everyday essentials, yet they’re some of the most requested and least accessible items for people facing hardship.

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A New Year. A Fresh Start. A Powerful Way to Give Back.
Philanthropy, Social Impact, Retail Partnerships Elaine Birks-MItchell Philanthropy, Social Impact, Retail Partnerships Elaine Birks-MItchell

A New Year. A Fresh Start. A Powerful Way to Give Back.

For many retailers — and individuals alike — January is a season of reflection and reset. You’re looking at what worked, what didn’t, and what you want to do differently this year. And right alongside sales goals, inventory planning, and personal resolutions, there’s a growing question we hear more and more often: How can I give back in a way that truly matters?

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What Retailers Can Do With Unsold Bra and Underwear Inventory: A Tax-Deductible Way to Create Impact
Retail Partnerships, Sustainability Elaine Birks-MItchell Retail Partnerships, Sustainability Elaine Birks-MItchell

What Retailers Can Do With Unsold Bra and Underwear Inventory: A Tax-Deductible Way to Create Impact

After the holiday season, many retailers are left with bras that didn’t quite find their match. Styles shift, customers move on, and suddenly shelves and storage are holding perfectly usable inventory.

For retailers who want to clear space responsibly — without sending usable bras to landfill — there’s a solution that supports both business needs and community impact. Contact The Undie Chest.

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