Trusted brands using certified ethical and sustainable business practices.
BYCS nurtures, strengthens, and scales community-led cycling initiatives globally. Their work is rooted in the belief that bicycles provide more efficient and sustainable transportation and are a powerful tool for societal transformation: decreasing urban inequality, improving community health, fostering neighborhood economies, and ensuring urban resilience. BYCS helps develop bicycle cultures in cities around the world through youth engagement, behavioral change initiatives, urban activations, awareness and advocacy campaigns, network coordination, and research. Their global network of Bicycle Mayors and Youth Bicycle Mayors increase visibility of the movement, serve as local catalysts, and rapidly share ideas, challenges, and solutions. BYCS is a not-for-profit social enterprise and reinvests all surplus towards their mission. They are part of the European Cycling Federation, Dutch Cycling Embassy, and Social Enterprise NL.
Companies Creating Change (C3) helps mission-driven founders unlock opportunities and accelerate their social and environmental impact. They work with a network of trainers, experts, investors, and institutional partners to provide curated learning journeys for aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. The first step is the C3 Impact Hub, which includes self-assessment tools, masterclasses, and a curated directory of resources. Eligible startups are able to apply for a C3 Impact Accelerator on energy and food, education and skill development, financial empowerment, human health and wellbeing, creative industries, or diversity, equity, and inclusion. C3 also partners with corporations, government institutions, and international organizations to develop programs for specific challenges or geographical areas. Accelerators are free for participants and include training, investor readiness, access to C3's international network, and post-program support.
Caare makes quality healthcare accessible and affordable to underserved rural communities in India. Their assisted telemedicine platform enables local health workers to serve as a bridge between rural patients and doctors in urban areas. Services can be provided in Caare telemedicine clinics, mobile medical camps, or patients' homes. Local health workers collect information, check vitals, run diagnostic tests using Abbot point-of-care devices, and organize video calls with doctors. Caare is also developing Video Vitals, a contactless software solution that uses artificial intelligence to extract health indicators from video footage of a patient's face. Their platform is accredited by the National Health Authority of India and certified by Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).
Caboolture Workers Co-op creates meaningful employment for people with disabilities in the Moreton Bay region. Since 2006, they have provided many thousands of hours of supportive, flexible employment for their worker-members through lawn mowing, office cleaning, newspaper delivery, car washing, administration, and hospitality services. They currently serve coffee and takeaway food to medical staff and visitors at the Morayfield Health Hub. The coffee shop prioritizes compostable packaging and encourages customers to bring their own coffee cup. Caboolture Workers Co-op is a Social Traders Certified Enterprise and a member of the Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC).
Cacao Collectors supplies raw cacao beans as a natural energy snack. The raw cacao bean not only tastes good, it also contains more than 300 health-promoting compounds and is considered one of the most nutritious fruits in the world. Many of these nutrients are heat sensitive and are destroyed when the beans are roasted to make chocolate. Like wine grapes, cacao has many different genotypes and varies based on terroir. Cacao Collectors partners with small-scale growers and cooperatives around the equator to produce raw food grade cacao beans in multiple forms: dried in pulp without fermentation, naturally fermented whole beans with and without the shell, and fermented nibs with natural unrefined sweeteners. They are committed to educating consumers about the health benefits of raw cacao and providing fair trade prices to producers.
Cactus House Colombo cultivates cacti and ornamental plants to purify the air we breathe and "make the world a better place to live." They make their own compost and potting soil and use pots from local village producers. Cactus House Colombo is committed to organic cultivation techniques and does not use any synthetic agrichemicals.
Cadel Deinking aims to reduce waste, resource use, and carbon emissions by making plastic circular. They have developed a unique process that removes printed ink from plastics. Printed ink degrades the quality of recycled plastics. Removing ink makes it possible to produce recycled plastic materials with qualities similar to virgin plastic. The deinking process does not use solvents or environmentally hazardous chemicals and works with all kinds of plastics and all kinds of ink. Cadel Deinking has developed a water treatment system that makes the process both economical and environmentally viable for recycling facilities. Both the deinking solution and rinsing water are continuously reused in the system which saves on reagents and waste handling. Cadel Deinking is also working on a delaminating process to remove the glues and adhesives in layered plastics.
Caerenova Ecosurfwax provides an alternative to conventional imported surf wax that is made from petroleum byproducts, synthetic scents, and dyes that are damaging to the environment and can cause rashes and allergic reactions. They specialize in biodegradable surf wax that can be handmade locally from beeswax and plant-based natural materials. The product is petroleum-free, reef safe, and hypoallergenic. Caerenova Ecosurfwax was developed in Italy but is produced with local partners. In Sri Lanka, it goes under the brand Gigi's Wax.
Cafe Ceylon is a restaurant and boutique villa opposite one of the best surf breaks in southern Sri Lanka. They are committed to environmental and social responsibility. The restaurant does not offer plastic water bottles, straws, bags, or takeaway packaging. Team member visit the local market with reusable bags and containers and buy bulk whenever possible. Fresh fruit, vegetables, and seafood are sourced from local farmers and fishermen. Cafe Ceylon hires and trains people from the local community, including young men that age out of a nearby orphanage, and donates to local not-for-profit initiatives like Kindhearted Lankans, Animal SOS, and Tails of Freedom. They support other local entrepreneurs by organizing marketplace events and coordinating Pro Earth Biz, a community of businesses that want to focus on sustainability.
Cafe Kumbuk is a space that promotes healthy and sustainable living. They source local and organic ingredients whenever possible and adjust their food menu according to seasonal availability. Cafe Kumbuk partners with local suppliers that have shared values and a similar focus on quality, fair trade and environmentally responsible practices. A portion of their proceeds are used to support Amitsu Children's Home and other local charities.
Cafe Malee makes it easier for Sri Lankan consumers to access healthier food options at affordable prices. They use whole grains and locally sourced ingredients to offer alternatives to popular snacks. Their bread and roti are made from scratch using kurakkan finger millet, rice flour, manioc flour, corn flour, and whole wheat flour from a local mill. Farm products are sourced from other Good Market community members including Amiron Farm, Haritha Community Products, and Green House Organic Farm. Coconut comes from their own home garden. Cafe Malee serves kurakkan toasties, vegetable soups, filled atta roti, rice flour string hoppers, and more.
Cafe Zen specializes in freshly prepared vegetarian and vegan food made with healthy, locally sourced ingredients. They serve breakfast, lunch, juices, smoothies, and coffee. Vegan coconut milk is available. Cafe Zen uses upcycled materials and avoids single use plastic. They support the local community of Negombo by offering yoga on a donation basis, organizing community events and workshops for kids, and donating to Dogstar Foundation and other local initiatives.
Cahaya Society develops alternative education programs for stateless and disadvantaged people in Sandakan, Sabah with a focus on advocacy, community, and solidarity for impactful social change. The Cahaya Learning Centre (CLC) offers a safe space for underprivileged children to improve their literacy and develop their knowledge and skills. The Cahaya Alumni Club supports CLC graduates. Cahaya Society also organizes medical outreach, youth camps, sewing and screenprinting training, community research, and training of trainer programs. They are a Government of Malaysia Accredited Social Enterprise.
Cally collects, restores, and redistributes preloved books, clothing, furniture, housewares, and other goods to support people in need and prevent items with value from going to waste. They have restored wooden furniture, cane chairs, brass frames, stoneware jars, and many other items. A portion of the proceeds are used to support women from low-income families.
Calm Cocoa offers specialty hot chocolate and chocolate meditation workshops designed to create moments of mindfulness and connection. The founder is a chocolate taster and meditation teacher and sees a natural connection between the two. Tasting involves using all of the senses in a focused way similar to the tradition of mindful eating meditation. Dark chocolate is ideal for exploring mindful eating because of its complex flavor profile and the opportunity to reflect on our connection with where food comes from and the people that nurture, grow and make it. Calm Cocoa sources from two ethical and environmentally responsible chocolate suppliers, Pump Street Chocolate and Chocolat Madagascar. The chocolate is hand grated and mixed with other organic and sustainably sourced ingredients for an easily meltable hot cocoa blend. Products are packed in compostable cellulose stickers and bags and recycled glass jars with cork lids. Calm Cocoa is part of the Zero Waste Goods community.
Campaign Roots is a full service digital marketing agency that is committed to growing brands, campaigns, and businesses that improve the health of Mother Earth. They specialize in graphic design, web design, online strategy, and email and social media campaigns. Campaign Roots prioritizes clients focused on sustainability and climate action and provides discounted rates and donated services to low income groups.
Cancer Care Association is a not-for-profit organization that focuses on improving the physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing of cancer patients in Sri Lanka. CCA has established hospice centers where terminally ill patients can receive the best end of life care free of charge. They also coordinate home-based palliative care, support for food and medicine expenses, spiritual development and counseling services, cancer awareness programs and publications, and volunteer training. Cancer Care depends on a grassroots network of volunteers and supporters to maintain these services.
Candles for a Cause produces and sells affordable soy wax candles to raise funds for local charities. They are currently raising funds for Dental Care International, which gives girls from orphanages and low income families residential training to become professional dental assistants. The funds are used for supplementary activities like art therapy, a library, and an organic vegetable garden. Candles for a Cause also sells secondhand books, clothing, and potted plants and raises funds for wildlife conservation. The founder is a Girl Guide and a member of Pearl Protectors and the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS).
CandleXchange reduces landfill waste and makes natural candles and home fragrances more affordable through their return and swap model and refill service. Their candles are made from responsibly sourced soy wax, lead-free cotton wicks, essential oils, and fragrances that are free from harmful chemicals and additives. They are packed in handmade reusable pouches from Earth Worthy and shipped in plastic-free compostable materials with carbon neutral delivery. Empty containers can be refilled or returned for a 30 percent discount on a swap purchase. CandleXchange accepts donations of used candle containers through their UpCandle programs, refills them, and provides them as housewarming gifts to organizations that support refugees and survivors of domestic violence. They also support nonprofits through fundraising programs and candlemaking workshops. CandleXchange is a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise and a member of Boomerang Labs, Better Business Partnership, and Social Enterprise Council of NSW and ACT (SECNA).
CanDo offers natural personal care, handwoven textiles, and confidential shredding services and creates training and employment opportunities for blind and vision-impaired people in Dublin. Their soap bars, creams, balms, oils, liquid castile soap, and soy wax candles are made with no synthetic fragrances or additives and packed in recyclable and refillable packaging. Their scarves, mats, and other textiles are made from yarn donated by local designers and offcuts from Irish wool mills. Their Out of Sight initiative provides confidential shredding and record destruction services staffed exclusively by blind and vision-impaired people. CanDo operates from the historic Drumcondra Castle campus, continuing a tradition of employing blind people that goes back to the 1870s when the Carmelite Brothers founded a weaving and basketmaking workshop for blind men living on the streets of Dublin. They operate as a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission. CanDo is a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI).