5% of proceeds go to charity
We believe in making good things and doing good things! For that reason, Friday Pattern Company donates 5% of all proceeds to a rotating collection of the top-ranked charities in the world. See the list below for information on each organization and which Friday pattern supports their cause.
Against Malaria Foundation
The Against Malaria Foundation distribute long-lasting insecticidal nets to populations at high risk for malaria, an infectious disease that kills half a million people every year (and sickens 400 million more). Each net costs approximately $5, lasts for three to four years, and protects two people on average. GiveWell, a nonprofit that evaluates charitable giving, has estimated that for every $3,000 spent on these nets, one life is saved. What’s more, every $1m spent fighting malaria efficiently improves the GDP of Africa by $12m. In short, AMF offers one of the single most powerful, cost-effective ways of reducing human death and suffering.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Avenir Jumpsuit.
The American Association of University Women
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a non-profit organization that advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. The AAUW has been around since 1881. In fact, one of its first major projects was conducting research to disprove the myth that a college education would result in infertility(!).
Today, the AAUW pursues a wide range of initiatives, from combatting sexual harassment in the workplace to funding educational opportunities for girls and women in STEM fields. AAUW has consistently received the highest possible rating from Charity Navigator.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Grace Top.
Evidence Action
Parasitic worms affect millions of children worldwide. Those infected suffer from malnutrition, organ damage, and impaired mental and physical development. Evidence Action's Deworm the World Initiative works to eliminate parasitic worm infections through treatment methods that improve children's health, education, and long-term well-being.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Adrianna Dress and the Sagebrush Top.
Give Directly
Give Directly transfers cash to households in extreme poverty via mobile phone-linked payment services. Unlike many charities, Give Directly uses rigorous and independent experimental evaluation to ensure that these transfers are actually making a positive impact in the lives of recipients. What's more, over 90% of every dollar raised goes directly to families in need. Givewell, a nonprofit that evaluates charitable giving, has named GiveDirectly as one a "top charity" for the past five years. So far they have raised over 100 million dollars to help lift families in Uganda and Kenya out of poverty.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Square Neck Top and the Donny Shirt.
The Innocence Project
The Innocence Project is dedicated to exonerating innocent people through DNA testing and reforming the criminal justice system to prevent wrongful convictions
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Cambria Duster and the Joni Jumpsuit.
The Loveland Foundation
The Loveland Foundation is committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls. Their resources and initiatives are collaborative and they prioritize opportunity, access, validation, and healing.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Arlo Track Jacket and the Heather Blazer.
RAICES
RAICES is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency that promotes justice by providing free and low-cost legal services to underserved immigrant children, families, and refugees.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Wilder Gown and the Westcliff Dress.
Sacramento Loaves and Fishes
Sacramento Loaves and Fishes provides food, warmth, and a path home for homeless men, women, and children in Sacramento. Homelessness is a huge problem in Sacramento and the services they provide are absoultely vital for the homeless population.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Lucida Dress.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people. This type of support saves lives and is an essential resource.
Read more about them on their website.
Supported by sales of the Hughes Dress, the Adrienne Blouse, the Joan Trousers, the Seabright Swimmer, and the Ilford Jacket.
Since 2017, we've been able to distribute over $25,000 to these charities.