These charity retail spaces will inspire social good organizations, as well as brands that have a few square feet of retail space to devote to a good cause.
One of the most novel stores is the Ethical Superstore, which boasts a clever name that communicates it offers bundles of fair trade and environmentally friendly products. While not all shops can be entirely devoted to charitable causes, STORY in New York City sets an example for other retailers by adopting every-changing themes. From time to time, this often includes an assortment of products connected to social good missions.
In order to encourage passersby to think about social good before they even have the chance to step inside a store, Cancer Research UK set up a unique storefront in the UK that allowed people to make contactless donations using only a phone and the front window display.
20 Charity Retail Spaces
From Homeless-helping Cafes to One-Stop Social Good Shops:
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Social Good Themed Shops
Story in New York City is Currently Focusing on Socially Conscious Retail
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Poverty-Aiding Supermarkets
This Social Supermarket Decreases Food Prices by 70 Per Cent
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Homeless Clothing Pop-Up Shops
This Pop-Up Concept Store Lets Londoners Shop for the Homeless
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Socially Conscious Pizzerias
Gung Ho! is a Sustainable Restaurant in Beijing Revolutionizing Pizza
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Contactless Donation Shops
This Interactive Display Window Collects Contactless Payment Donations
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Community Pizza Shops
Michael Lastoria Discusses &Pizza; For the Millennial Entrepreneur Forum
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Rustic Coffee Bar Outposts
The Latest Department of Coffee Location is Modern Minimalism
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Homeless-Helping Cafes
This Socially Conscious Coffee Shop Provides Jobs for the Homeless
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One-Stop Social Good Shops
The Ethical Superstore Offers Bundles of Fair Trade and Eco Products
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Lost-and-Found Pop-Up Shops
Dutch Railways Has a Shop That Sells Its Lost and Found Objects
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Freecycling Parisian Boutiques
Siga Siga is a Parisian Boutique That Runs on the Freecycle Concept
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Summer-Only Retail Shops
United by Blue's Asbury Park Seasonal Store Sits on the Oceanfront
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Charity Coffee Shops
Paper and Cup is a Social Enterprise Created by Spitalfields Crypt Trust
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Pop-Up Water Bars
London's H2Only Just Serves Glasses of Tap Water
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Wage Gap Shops
Less Than 100 Raises Awareness of Gender Wage Equality by Giving Women a Discount
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Refuge-Supporting Bike Shops
This Charitable Initiative Provides Refugees with Second-Hand Bikes
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Surplus Food Supermarkets
Community Shop is a Social Enterprise on a Pilot Program
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Victim-Supporting Coffee Shops
This Cafe Provides Jobs for Victims of Domestic Violence
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Athletic Charity Shops
Sports Traider Provides CLothing, Equipment and Fun to Kids in Need
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Philanthropic Vegan Eateries
This Charity Business Donates 100% of Profits to Support Causes
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Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
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Uniquely Designed Airport Stores
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Playful Retail Pop-Up Installations
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Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
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Sustainable Fashion Stores
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Immersive Textile Boutiques
100% Silk Shop in Toronto's Downtown Core is Sustainable
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Heartfelt Christmas Campaigns
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Inclusive Fashion Runways
The Runway of Dreams Foundation Returns for New York Fashion Week
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Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
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Home Decor Concept Stores
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Green China-Based Coffee Chains
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Experiential Social Clubs
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Workplace-Integrated Store Locations
IKEA Hosts Hej!Workshop Coworking Space in its Store
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
The FreshTake Concept Grocery Store Blends Experiences
Domestic Awareness Campaigns
IKEA Australia Presents the This is Not a Home Campaign
Value-Based Shopping Apps
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Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Inclusive Independent Bookstores
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Modern Performance-Driven Apparel Retailers
AETHER Opens Its New Soho Location
Whimsical Store Expansions
MINISO Jakarta Presents a Retail Space Inspired by an Amusement Park
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
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Premium Retail Destinations
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Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Ethical Ocean-Friendly Apparel
Good for Sunday's 'Save the Ocean' Collection is Organically Made
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Fan-Made Merch Stores
The Wonder Shop Shares a Mix of Creator-Made Goods and Recipes
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Zero-Waste Grocery Stores
This Upcoming Giant Eagle Market District Location is in Indianapolis
Thrift Shop Holidays
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Sustainable Furniture Capsule Shops
Light and Dwell Open up a Store of Furniture Designs
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242 Mulberry in Soho Offers an An Eclectic Mix of Products
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The Tote of Hope Supports the Sheltersuit Foundation
Italy-Inspired Luxe Fashion Stores
The Latest Bottega Veneta Store Opens on Sloane Street
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Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
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ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
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Toronto Milestone Retailers
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Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
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Community-Driven Clothing Companies
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Ethical Clothing Recycling Services
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Artwork-Adorned Reusable Bags
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In-Store Swap Shops
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Calming Aesthetic Menswear Stores
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Global Food Retail Expansions
Supermarket Italy Emphasizes Global Flavors from Around the World
Eco-Friendly Timepiece Stores
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Christmas Shopping Centers
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Sustainable Kids Cartoon Capsules
Primark & Disney Unveil a Collection Inspired by The Lion King
Sustainable Charcoal Brands
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Upcycled Vintage Garments
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Warm Ambiance Luggage Stores
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Pastel Palette Retail Stores
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Disaster Relief-Supporting Pr Initiatives
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Artist Loft-Resembling Stores
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Updated Fresh Food Lines
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Activism-Focused Apparel Capsules
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Ultra-Green Deadstock Stores
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