Philanthropy has become more important to consumers -- especially in light of the global pandemic when suffering was more accurate for all -- and the November 2021 social good trends outline how various brands and companies are looking to give back.
Some notable initiatives that happened this month include non-profit NFT collections, atmospheric water harvesters, LGBTQI+-focused history guides, rare Black authors libraries, beer brand bursaries, and male-focused mental health campaigns. These projects encompass various important social issues that activists and allies have worked hard to raise awareness for.
Companies creating meaningful and authentic ways to give back to the community established a sense of trust with consumers, leading to increased brand awareness and consumer loyalty. As consumers continue to be more informed about social issues, we can expect more brands to take a greater role in philanthropic projects.
Top 30 Social Good Trends in November
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Post-Pandemic Art Installations
Lakwena Maciver Creates a Vibrant Artwork on a London Rooftop
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Eco-Friendly Coffee Bundles
Who Gives A Crap Bundled Blend No. 2 Fair Trade Coffee & Toilet Paper
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Eco-Conscious Supplement Brands
True Grace Supplements are Made Using Regenerative Agriculture
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Brand-Backed Basketball Court Restorations
Reebok Canada is Restoring Public Basketball Courts
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Discounted Food Waste Apps
This App Lets Shoppers Get Discounts On Products Nearing Expiry
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Atmospheric Water Harvesters
Alphabet Debuts New Device that Creates Drinking Water From Air
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Voice-Enabled Mental Health Trackers
The 'Sonde Mental Fitness' Tool Uses Biometric Vocal Data
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Men-Targeted Mental Health Campaigns
Pringles and Movember Have Partnered for a New Campaign
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Sustainable Cement Production Projects
Cement Manufacturers Have Come Together in an Eco Project
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Inclusive Beer Brand Guides
Miller Lite Celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month With New Initiative
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Non-Profit NFT Collections
Guerlain Created Digital Art for the Benefit of the Planet
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Safety-Promoting Student Residences
La Trobe University's New Student Accommodation is Completed
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Accessibility-Focused Video Game Features
Halo Infinite Gets Improved Accessibility Tools
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Brain Cancer-Awareness Candles
The Charitable Renia Candle by Luz Candles is Lavender-Scented
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Kids Speech Recognition Solutions
Sensory's New Tool Reads Children's Linguistic Patterns
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Crypto Conservation Artworks
This Crypto Art Collection Features Real Alto Mayo Forest Species
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LGBTQIA+-Honoring Charitable Streetwear
Off-White Launches the I Support All Forms of Love Capsule
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Jacket Rehoming Charity Iniatitives
Nobis Announces Return of #NoColdShoulder in Time for Winter
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Black-Owned Restaurant Campaigns
Pepsi Invites Americans to ‘Dig In’ at Black-Owned Restaurants
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Beer Brand Bursaries
Old Style Pilsner Helps Students Pay for School with the Pilsner Tuition Tab
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Social Good Restaurant Campaigns
Twin Peaks Debuts Giveback Campaign Benefitting Folds of Honor
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Iconic Gender-Inclusive Toys
LEGO Announced its Plans to Remove Gender Bias Marketing from Toys
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Fragrance Diversity Initiatives
The Fragrance Foundation is Diversifying the Eurocentric Industry
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Cancer Awareness Candy Bars
The Disset Chocolate Beet Breast Cancer Bar is Vegan-Friendly
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Nature-Promoting School Designs
A Newly-Built Primary School is Deeply Connected with the Outdoors
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Purpose-Driven Eco Teas
HUMANITEA's Conveniently Packaged Drinks Supports a Great Cause
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Social Justice Networking Apps
'REYETS' Aims to Protect Civil Rights and End Police Brutality
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Restaurant-Supporting Apps
Ritual Debuts Brand Refresh Campaign in Support of Local Restaurants
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Rare Black Authors Libraries
Solange Launches the Free Library of Rare and Out-of-Print Books
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Couture Bathroom Tissue Fashion
The 2024 Cashmere Collection Merges Fashion and Philanthropy
Stress-Reducing Garbage Initiatives
The Hefty Brand Launches its 'Trash Time Out' Campaign
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
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
Expansive Pride Month Initiatives
The Latest Primark Pride Collection and Campaign are Inclusive
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
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
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Parenthood Beer Campaigns
Coors Light Celebrates Parents with 'Cheers to Parenthood' Campaign
Illustrative 420 Campaigns
Vizie Unveils His Latest Work for Grassroots' 420 Campaign
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Philanthropy-Inspired Collections
The I’m Library People Initiative Encourages Holiday Giving
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Unique Gift Bows
Coors Light’s 'Beer Bows' are a Stress-Free Solution for Holiday Gifting
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Moderate Drinking Campaigns
The Magic of Moderate Drinking Encourages Responsible Consumption
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Pride Month Candy Branding
The Limited-Edition Skittles Pride Packaging Celebrates Community
Complimentary Movement-Focused Workouts
Lululemon Commemorated World Mental Health Day
QSR Hunger Initiatives
Starbucks Expands FoodShare Program with Customer Participation Options
Meditative Trash Campaigns
Hefty's Trash Time Out Provides Support During the Holiday Season
Social Movement Medals
The Openness Medal by Samsung Invites Gen Z to Share Challenges
Plastic Intervention Programs
Cleancult's Program Helps Households Make Sustainable Changes
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Year-End Live Music Shows
Spotify Wrapped Live 2023 Shares Performances from Top Global Artists
Festive QSR Drinkware
Starbucks Canada Unveiled its 2024 Holiday Drinkware and Beverage Offer
Beauty Brand Community Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics and Beauty 2 The Streetz Partnered in LA
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
Nike's 'Wellness Collective' Promotes 5 Key Wellness Pillars
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Food-Inspired Interactive Booths
The Nourishing a Better Planet Sustainability Program Debuted
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Esports Mental Health Apparel
Team Vitality Debuts the KARE Merch Capsule to Support Mental Health
Food-Themed Holiday Campaigns
Kroger’s 2024 Holiday Campaign Celebrates Food and Connection
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
Giving Tuesday Campaigns
Lush Embraces Giving Tuesday with the Charity Pot and the #92 Shampoo Bar
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Tech Rebellion Campaigns
Lush is Continuing Its Big Tech Rebellion for Black Friday
Influencer-Crafted Gin Cocktails
These Tanqueray Gin Holiday Drinks Celebrate Canadian Traditions
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Mindful-Shopping Campaigns
The Ordinary’s 'Slovember' Campaign Promotes Intentional Shopping
Visual Beer Brand Identities
Grolsch Has Unveiled a New Visual Brand Identity in Canada
Do-Good Pizza Taste Tests
The Good Tastes Better Social Experiment Sees Purpose Impact Perception
Alcohol Alternative Campaigns
Free AF's Campaign Normalizes Choosing Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Mental Health Snack Initiatives
Pringles Relaunched a QR Design for Exclusive Movember Tubes
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
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Supplier Diversity Initiatives
Diageo's Procurement Strategy Promotes Inclusion and Empowerment
Kindness-Encouraging Soda Campaigns
The Coca-Cola 'The World Needs More Santas' Ad is Festive
On-Demand Bubbly Water Campaigns
"Press for Bubly" Keeps Non-Drinkers Committed to Dry January
Buy Nothing New Campaigns
The Buy Nothing New Month Campaign Was Launched by Keep Britain Tidy
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Festively Branded Sweater Collections
Unilever and notjust Collaborated on Christmas Jumpers
Beer Brand-Supported Fashion Shows
Fashion Art Toronto Has Partnered with Kronenbourg 1664
Anti-Doomscrolling Robots
NABS & Amplify Created the DoomScroller for World Mental Health Day
Thrift Shop Holidays
Goodwill Industries International is Promoting National Thrift Shop Day
Beer-Branded Fashion Capsules
805 Beer Has Unveiled Its Latest Spring 2024 Fashion Capsule
Anti-Breakup Festive Campaigns
Smirnoff and Lance Bass Debut 'Red, White & Merry' Love Campaign
Pumpkin-Inspired Community-Themed Campaigns
Danone North America Debuts the Tri Pumpkin Campaign
Emoji-Inspired Beer Campaigns
Corona's Emojiless Pledge Fights Digitization & Celebrates Reality
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Loneliness-Combatting Grocery Shopping Experiences
Oma's Soep Debuted a Shopping Basket Initiative
Brand-Boosting Social Media Contests
Iconic Beverage Group Debuts the Iconic Agua Challenge
Food Bank Delivery Programs
Skip Partners with Food Banks Canada for At-Home Donation Pickups
Branded Warm Clothing Donations
UNIQLO Stands Out with Its Heart of LifeWear Initiative
Kindness-Promoting Ad Reboots
Coca-Cola’s Christmas Kindness Campaign Returns for the Holidays
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Responsible Alcohol Consumption Campaigns
Absolut's Call It a Night Campaign Promotes Safety
Wellness Drink Mix Promotions
This Horlicks On-Pack Promotion Supports New Year Wellness
Non-Alcoholic Advent Boxes
Søbr Market Curated Three Festive Boxes Featuring Alcohol Alternatives
AI-Enhanced Gratitude Generators
TÖST Maker Uses Artificial Intelligence to Craft Special Toasts
Kindness-Promoting Culinary Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marks World Kindness Day
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
Retailer Mental Health Initiatives
L.L. Bean's 'Be An Outsider' Challenge Encouraged Time Outdoors
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
SurfYogaBeer is a New York City-based Active & Social Travel Company
Recycled Ad Campaigns
Mars is Reusing Fan-Favorite Ads to Bring Attention to Climate Change
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
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
Genuine Friendsgiving Initiatives
21Seeds Infused Tequila's "It's Giving" Champions Realness
Cancer Awareness-Supporting Cannabis Initiatives
Ethos Cannabis Launches Colas for a Cure
Feel-Good Financial Campaigns
Ally Financial's Banksgiving Supports Customers in Need with Funds
Cheeky Financial Stress-Alleviating Campaigns
HOPWTR Has Debuted a Creative Promotional Campaign
Charitable Advent Calendars
24 Good Deeds Offers a Digital Advent Calendar with a Purpose
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Global Storytelling Initatives
Vans Announces its Narrative-Centric Always Pushing Campaign
Inclusive Voting Campaigns
The Body Shop Worked with Apathy is Boring to Improve Voter Turnout
Marketing Social Advocacy Tools
Nut Tree Helps Smaller Brands Boost Their Presence
Collaborative Social Good Spirits
Good Deeds Whiskey Batch #2 Benefits the Stepup Foundation
Mental Well-Being Foundations
The AE Foundation Launched on World Mental Health Day
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative To Save the Forests
Recycling Fashion Promotions
&OR Partnered with SuperCircle for Global Recycling Day in November
Gut-Friendly Kombucha Campaigns
Health-Ade's Thrill Your Gut Highlights the Benefits of Kombucha
Toxic-Free Election Challenges
Stonyfield Organic Addresses Both Environmental and Social Concerns
College-Targeted Awareness Campaigns
PepsiCo Launched its 'Taste of Tomorrow' STEM Initiative
Artwork-Adorned Reusable Bags
This Giant Food Reusable Bag Campaign Supports Nonprofits
Community Retail Events
The Nisa Making a Different Locally Pink Friday Event is Supportive
Food Insecurity-Targeting Initiatives
Hormel Foods Expanded Its Efforts During Hunger Action Month
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Mental Health-Focused Brand Initiatives
Maybelline New York Partners with WHO Foundation
Athlete-Backed Mental Health Campaigns
The Love, Your Mind Campaign Aims to Support Mental Health
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
Heartwarming Holiday Initiatives
United Airlines Debuts the North Pole Hub Through Fantasy Flights
International Awareness-Bringing Events
Illumina Recently Ran Its Steps Against Cancer Campaign
Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
Parks Project Sets out to Preserve National Parks
At-Risk Youth-Targeted Initiatives
Victoria's Secret Notes Its Work with Pacific Links Foundation
Parent-Honoring Olympic Campaigns
Molson'a Campaign Honors the Parents of Team Canada Athletes
Disaster Relief-Supporting Pr Initiatives
Publicity for Good Supports Hurricane Helene Relief
Connective Men's Wellness Apps
'Find a Men's Group' Helps Men Seeking Community and Support
Outdoorsy Branding Initiatives
REI Co-Op Continues Its Tradition of Closing All 190 Locations
Climate-Conscious Wine Campaigns
California Wines Celebrates Its 13th Annual Down to Earth Month
Hobby-Funding Sweepstakes
Starburst's Pink Passion Protection Program Fuels Creativity with Cash
Social Good Holiday Initiatives
This Holiday Season Milo's Tea is Donating to Feeding America
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Uplifting Mental Health Campaigns
Samaritans is Challenging "Blue Monday" with "Brew Monday"
Connective Non-Profit Funding
Wingtap Connects Users with Charities in Need of Fund
Empowering Consumer-Centric Campaigns
Which? Launches a Festive Campaign to Empower Shoppers
Spiritual Wellness Companions
Sol Inspires Positivity with Daily Tools for Spiritual Health
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Home Relaxation Beer Promotions
This Abbot Ale Promotion Encourages Cozy Nights at Home
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Social Good Brand Practices
Dignity Coconuts Positions Itself to Combat Human Trafficking
Love-Centric Public Service Announcements
Ad Council & R/GA Debut the Love Has No Labels Campaign
Anonymous Gratitude-Exchanging Platforms
'A Little Optimism' Let's People Share Weekly Gratitudes
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
Blood Center Campaigns
Markham Yard Releases the Blood Center Campaign to Inspire Donations
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Breast Cancer Awareness Campaigns
La Boulangerie Boul'Mich Partnered with Susan G. Komen
Purpose-Driven Winery Programs
ONEHOPE's Bottles for Better Program Will Help Fund a New School
Children-Focused Literacy Campaigns
Scholastic Focuses on Expanding Access to Books