The May 2015 social good initiatives indicate ways businesses are integrating values and ethics into their campaigns and everyday practices. With increasing focus being placed on corporate social responsibility and socially conscious behavior, these ideas reflect not just charitable endeavors, but activism, education and religion's role as well.
In the same way that girls are a key part of the poverty puzzle, in the developed world there is also a clear emphasis on girls' education -- specifically in the subjects of science, engineering, math and technology (STEM). This is reflected in coding camps, scholarships, festivals, toys and other products.
May 2015 social good initiatives also indicate religion is playing a surprisingly large role, from Christian community projects to Hindu art installations to Muslim dating apps. This indicates the role religious principles might be playing in consumer buying habits too.
Top 50 Social Good Ideas in May
From Coffee-Roasting Churches to Elderly Homesharing Services:
Alyson Wyers — May 31, 2015 — Social Good
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Temporary Friendship Bracelets
Flash Tattoos Creates Beautiful Body Art Full of Vibrant Colors
49
Two-Toned Toy Packages
Technology Will Save Us & Oliver Helfrich Designed the Educational Toy Kits
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Moral Harassment Campaigns
Escala Creates Series of Eye-Opening Ads for Brazil's Ministry of Labor
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Outspoken Underwear Campaigns
Brief Message Asks Men to Uncover Feelings About Male Violence
46
Religious Wall Decals
Etsy Shop WeAreVinylDesigns Creates Modern Bible Decor for the Home
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Charitable Fitness Bands
UNICEF's Kid Power Bands Empower Kids to Do Good for Others
44
Holographic Political Protests
A Recent Madrid Protest Was High-Tech and Featured No Humans
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Ethical Vending Machines
Fashion Revolution's Experiment Tests the Allure of Cheap Fashion
42
Educational Robot Toys
Codie Takes a Simple Gaming Approach to Teaching Coding to Children
41
Coffee-Roasting Churches
This Los Angeles Church Cafe is Non-Profit and Serves Up Quality Java
40
Patriotic Whiskey Bottles
Pendleton's Blended Whiskey Honors Past and Present Soldiers
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Girl-Targeted Science Kits
Yellow Scope Produces Creative and Rigorous Science Kits for Girls
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Introductory Feminist Texts
Rad American Women Educates Children on the History of Feminism
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Adjustable Kids' Footwear
The 'Shoe That Grows' Adjusts Its Size As Its Wearer's Feet Grow
36
Paper Syringe Installations
Art of Saving a Life by Zim & Zou Focuses on Promises of Immunization
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Audio Advice Apps
Audvisor Contains Thousands of 3 Minute Clips Containing Business Insights
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Drug Awareness Toilet Paper
This Printed Toilet Paper from Japan Discourages Unsafe Drug Use
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Touchless Donation Posters
Oxfam's Contactless Donation Stations Support NFC-Enabled Devices
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Educational Hacker Tookits
Piper Teaches Kids Hardware Development Using Video Game Minecraft
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Senior Citizen Restaurant Pop-Ups
Oma's Pop-Up Serves as a Social Reintegration for Grandparents
30
Elderly Homesharing Services
This Service Enables Homesharing for Seniors Currently Living Alone
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Science-Based Educational Apps
Kiko Labs's Brain Training Games are Developed for Children
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Interactive Driving Practice Tests
Romania's Street View Test Uses Google to Teach New Drivers
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Crowdsourced Earthquake Warning Systems
ShakeAlert Uses Smartphone GPS Systems to Detect Quakes
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Hindu Deity Exhibits
The Metropolitan's Museum Exhibit Depicts Lord Vishnu's Lion Avatar
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Girl-Targeted Tech Programs
This 3D Printing Project Enables You to Invest in Girls' Education
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Model-Funded Tech Scholarships
Kode with Karlie is a New Tech Scholarship for Girls
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Ephemeral Awareness Ads
UNICEF's Snapchat Campaign Sheds Light on Missing Childhoods in Nigeria
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Sustainable Multiuse Centers
The Arnhem Rozet is a Stunning Multipurpose Community Space
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Athlete Incentive Platforms
FanPay Rewards Student Athletes with a Crowdfunded Graduation Gift
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Complimentary Women's Health Conferences
Camden County Offers a Free Event to Encourage Wellness
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Heat-Sharing Switches
The Rootswitch Donation Button Helps Homeowners Heat Others' Homes
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Spiritual Multimedia Subscriptions
Bethel.TV is an On-Demand Network for the Bethel Redding Church
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Menopause Quiz Apps
This Menopause Quiz App Promotes Public Education of Women's Health
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Charitable Devout Projects
Socality's Water Project Raises Awareness Through Events and Meetups
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AIDS Awareness Coffee
AIDS Concern Hong Kong's Free Coffee Truck Addresses HIV Stigma
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Restorative Community Projects
Socality's Community Initiative for April Focuses on Restoration
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Educational Weapon Pranks
This Fake Gun Store Experiment Teaches People About the Danger of Guns
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Muslim Dating Apps
Salaam Swipe is a Tinder-Like Swipe-Based Dating App For Muslims
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Girls Coding Camps
TechGirlz Runs a Tech-Themed Entrepreneurial Summer Camp for Girls
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Girl-Empowering Tech Festivals
Singer Robyn is Launching an Event to Promote Women in Technology
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Student App-Building Programs
'Xamarin for Students' Helps Students Develop Amazing Apps
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Biblical Photography Apps
The Parallel Bible App is Like Instagram For the Bible
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Kid-Produced Radio Programming
The Children's Radio Shows Entertain During the Ebola Crisis
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International Religious Conferences
Hillsong Colour is a Space for Women to Share Their Stories
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Holocaust Remembrance Apps
This History App by Pocketshul Helps You Remember Yom HaShoah Every Day
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QR Code Apparel
If I Need Help Lets You Design Your Own Clothing with Medical Information Included
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Homeless Viewpoint Ads
Depaul UK's Poverty Awareness Campaign Shows Two Sides of the Story
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Speech-Translating Applications
This Free Translation App Helps Deaf and Hearing People Converse
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Youthful Preacher Festivals
The Festival of Young Preachers Connects Aspiring Christian Preachers
Related Ideas
AI-Driven Video Generation Platforms
Cadbury Launches the a Cheer for Every Volunteer Campaign
Mental Health Awareness Totes
ALDO and Kids Help Phone Join Forces on the HEARTTOTE
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
Dating App Coffeeshops
Bumble Partners with GoodNews for Le Café Bumble in Paris
Hug-Inspired Olympics Campaigns
Coca-Cola's Summer Olympics Campaign was Inspired by True Events
Uplifting Social Media Campaigns
Optimism Your Feed Helps Social Media Users Retrain the Algorithm
Mental-Health Awareness QSR Packaging
McDonald's Alters Its Happy Meal Boxes for Mental Health
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
QSR Hunger Initiatives
Starbucks Expands FoodShare Program with Customer Participation Options
Urban Bottle Sustainable Initiatives
Heineken Presents Fields Green With Grass, Not Glass
Kind Gardening Pop-Ups
Mrs. Meyer's Compassion Store Trades Generous Acts for Garden Essentials
Mental Health Coffee Blends
The Coffee Foundation Supports Mental Health Awareness
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Eco-Conscious Coffee Programs
Costa Coffee's Club Loyalty Scheme Rewards Eco-Minded Customers
Entertainment Industry Expansions
Starbucks Enters the Entertainment Industry as Starbucks Studio
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
Nike's 'Wellness Collective' Promotes 5 Key Wellness Pillars
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Happy™ Products Offers a Range of Coffee to Elevate Mornings
Food-Inspired Interactive Booths
The Nourishing a Better Planet Sustainability Program Debuted
Complimentary Coffee Campaigns
Starbucks and NHS Charities Together Partnered for Free Coffee
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Encouraging Jar-Reusing Campaigns
Kraft Mayonnaise's Initiative Encourages Consumers to Repurpose
Ethical Coffee Partnerships
Win Win Coffee Collaborates with Aramark for Community Impact
Wellness-Promoting Employee Initiatives
DICK'S Sporting Goods Debuts the Summer of Sport Challenge
Actor-Approved Coffee Companies
happy coffee Comes in Three Roasts in Several Formats
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Hyper-Personalized AI Campaigns
Tesco's Stronger Starts Uses AI to Recognize Customers by Name
Custom Inspirational Quotes
Muse Combines Quotes with Creative Themes for Social Media
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Tennis Champion Beauty Campaigns
Naomi Osaka Advocates for Maybelline's 'Brave Together Program'
Mindful-Shopping Campaigns
The Ordinary’s 'Slovember' Campaign Promotes Intentional Shopping
Value-Based Shopping Apps
Veebs Encourages Consumers to Learn About a Brand's Ethical Values
Eco-Minded Millennial Ads
Coors Seltzer's 'Call to Inaction' Campaign Aims to Save Water
Kindness-Promoting Beverage Campaigns
Culture Pop Soda Partners with Point Guard Derrick White
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Financial Challenges Mobile Apps
The Achieve GOOD™ App Aims to Assist Consumers with Debt
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Charity Health-Tech Apps
Helpster Charity Connects Sectors to provide Essential Healthcare
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Supplier Diversity Initiatives
Diageo's Procurement Strategy Promotes Inclusion and Empowerment
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Positivity-Sharing Platforms
What Went Well Today is an Open-Source Space to Share Daily Hope
Do-Good Pizza Taste Tests
The Good Tastes Better Social Experiment Sees Purpose Impact Perception
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Kindness-Promoting Ad Reboots
Coca-Cola’s Christmas Kindness Campaign Returns for the Holidays
Eco-Friendly Pet Programs
Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures Launch a Sustainable Pet Food Program
Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives
Sadot Group Inc. Announced the 'Outgrower' Initaitive
Thrift Shop Holidays
Goodwill Industries International is Promoting National Thrift Shop Day
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
STEM Education-Focused Initiatives
DXC Technology Fosters Innovation and Inclusivity in the Sector
Branded Warm Clothing Donations
UNIQLO Stands Out with Its Heart of LifeWear Initiative
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Motivational Breakfast Ccampaigns
Quaker Canada Introduces '100 Reasons to Rise'
Loneliness-Combatting Grocery Shopping Experiences
Oma's Soep Debuted a Shopping Basket Initiative
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Educational Affordable Housing Initiatives
Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington is Uniting Youth
Physical Activity-Promoting Initiatives
Cadillac Fairview Joins the Canadian Olympic Committee
Kindness-Promoting Culinary Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marks World Kindness Day
Women's Healthcare Books
Evvy Launched a Gender Health Gap Book for Equal Research Day
Online Idea-Sharing Platforms
Collaborate, Share, and Discover Projects with Oasis of Ideas
Gen Z Motivational Apps
The Etherea App is Driven by Motivators and Sustainable Actions
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Global Digital Marketplaces
Renaissance Hotels' R FINDS Shares Goods from Local Artisans
Kindness-Promoting Marketing Campaigns
Once Upon a Coconut Launches 1 Million Acts of Kindness
Gen Z-Supporting Benefit Policies
Chipotle Launches a New Benefits Program for its Gen Z Employees
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
Environmental Sustainability Business Initiatives
Butterfly Pavilion Organized a Special Coalition
Cancer Awareness-Supporting Cannabis Initiatives
Ethos Cannabis Launches Colas for a Cure
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Connective Supplier Initiatives
Hilton Supply Management Boasts Fair Procurement Practices
Charitable Advent Calendars
24 Good Deeds Offers a Digital Advent Calendar with a Purpose
Inclusive Voting Campaigns
The Body Shop Worked with Apathy is Boring to Improve Voter Turnout
Localized Enterprise Programs
Unilever Introduced a Suppliers’ Recruitment Drive in Thailand
Marketing Social Advocacy Tools
Nut Tree Helps Smaller Brands Boost Their Presence
Unknown Birthday Campaigns
Grey Bangladesh & Tasty Treat Address a Significant Issue in Bangladesh
Collaborative Social Good Spirits
Good Deeds Whiskey Batch #2 Benefits the Stepup Foundation
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative To Save the Forests
Holistic Spiritual Journey Apps
Churchome Has Launched a New Mobile App to Foster Connection
Toxic-Free Election Challenges
Stonyfield Organic Addresses Both Environmental and Social Concerns
College-Targeted Awareness Campaigns
PepsiCo Launched its 'Taste of Tomorrow' STEM Initiative
Social Good Computer Drives
Digitunity Partners with OBAE to Address Technological Barriers
Food Insecurity-Targeting Initiatives
Hormel Foods Expanded Its Efforts During Hunger Action Month
Social Connection-Focused Initiatives
Meals on Wheels America Combats Loneliness Among Seniors
Youth Education Partnerships
FP Markets and Cricket Brasil Debuted a Youth Development Initiative
Mental Health-Focused Brand Initiatives
Maybelline New York Partners with WHO Foundation
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
International Awareness-Bringing Events
Illumina Recently Ran Its Steps Against Cancer Campaign
Scholastic Dental Care Initiatives
Asda and Colgate Partnered to Donate 70,000 Dental Kits
Local Retail-Championing Initiatives
The 'Reps are Local Too' Initiative is a Nationwide Movement
Closet-Clearing Challenges
Traid's Closet Clear-out Challenge Boosts Garment Donations
Heartwarming Holiday Initiatives
United Airlines Debuts the North Pole Hub Through Fantasy Flights
At-Risk Youth-Targeted Initiatives
Victoria's Secret Notes Its Work with Pacific Links Foundation
Corporate Inclusion Transformations
Walmart Leads Major Shift in Corporate Diversity Strategies
Disaster Relief-Supporting Pr Initiatives
Publicity for Good Supports Hurricane Helene Relief
Eco Meal Program Initiatives
The Home Chef Food Rescue Program Redirects Surplus and Waste
Prolonged Activism Campaigns
Oxfam's Stay In The Fight Encourages Lasting Social Influences
Activism-Focused Apparel Capsules
Aéropostale and Global Citizen Launch a New Apparel Collection
Supply Chain Inclusivity Campaigns
PepsiCo's 'She is PepsiCo' Campaign Celebrates Women
Expansive Inclusivity Initiatives
Boathouse Group Implements a Supplier Diversity Program
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Tree-Planting T-Shirt Lines
Pinko and Treedom Debut Another Green Capsule with Watercolor Printing
Hotel Wellness Campaigns
Hyatt Hotels Launches 'Wellness at Hyatt' for International Yoga Day
Luxury Hotel ESG Commitments
Accor is Increasing its Sustainability Efforts and Elevating Comfort
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Connective Non-Profit Funding
Wingtap Connects Users with Charities in Need of Fund
Ethical Cocoa-Sourcing Agreements
Hershey Signs a Five-Year Agreement with Nine Cocoa Cooperatives
Women-Led Toronto Florists
May Flowers Flourishes with a Captivating Approach to Floral Design
QSR Book Initiatives
SONIC Drive-In Donates to Expand Book Access Across America
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Female Orphanage Initiatives
OTB Foundation Supports an Orphanage with Jil Sander Initiative
Women-Empowering Hotel Group Initiatives
Radisson Hotel Group Launched an Inaugural Diversity Week
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Social Good Brand Practices
Dignity Coconuts Positions Itself to Combat Human Trafficking
Anonymous Gratitude-Exchanging Platforms
'A Little Optimism' Let's People Share Weekly Gratitudes
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Refugee-Supporting Workplace Initiatives
IKEA is Extending its Refugee Employment Pilot
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
Kindness-Promoting Flower Sharing Initiatives
Heirloom Roses Joins Growing Kindness Project
Forest-Preserving Brand Initiatives
Three Prominent Chinese Fashion Companies Join Canopy
Plant-Based Coffee Campaigns
Minor Figures Launches the 'Dairy Disloyalty' Awareness Campaign
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
GHG-Reducing Hotels
Choice Hotels is Committed to Reducing its Eco Footprint through Various Means
Children-Focused Literacy Campaigns
Scholastic Focuses on Expanding Access to Books
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Youth-Oriented Arts Camps
QNB is Set to Unveil an Eco-Friendly Arts Camp for Kids 4-14
Charitable Esports Projects
Epic Foundation Launches the Esports for Good Initiative
Faith-First Online Platforms
The Mission Connects Like-Minded People Looking for a Deeper Meaning
Local Economic Growth Initiatives
Hershey's is Supporting Village Savings and Loan Associations
Growth-Based Marketing Platforms
Crowdtiv Connects Mentors and Mentees to Grow Businesses
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities
Community Cohesion-Promoting Grocery Campaigns
EDEKA Provides Insights of Neighborhood Relations