From volunteering to donations, the October 2019 social good list showcases how individuals and businesses are contributing to building a better world.
There are many companies and groups out there that provide a unique service or advocate for social issues. Anjel is a grocery delivery platform that connects volunteers with people in need. 'Happy Family, Healthy Kids,' on the other hand, is a program in Michigan that supports children in stressed home environments and underserved communities.
Some of the October 2019 social good trends are incredibly immersive, designed to not only raise funds but also to more intimately familiarize people with the environment in need. A great instance of this is the SickKids Airbnb experience where guests are invited to visit the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at the clinic.
Top 40 Social Good Trends in October

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Waste Collection Payment Cafes
The 'Garbage Cafe' Accepts 1kg of Plastic Waste as Payment for Food

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Experimental Social Housing Projects
A Community Development in Hidalgo Boasts Affordable Housing

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Modular Social Housing Projects
Zeller & Moye Uses Adobe Brick & Concrete for Its Concept
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Food Waste-Preventing Bakeries
Milk & Cookies Bakeshop Sells 'Cake Scraps in a Sad Box'
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Charitable Jewelry Collections
Kendra Scott Engages in a Breast Cancer Initiative for October
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Social Impact Experiences
The SickKids Airbnb Experience Seeks to Raise Awareness and Donate Funds
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3D-Printed Human Organs
BIOLIFE4D Has Created a Small to Scale 3D Printed Human Heart
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Women In Film Panel Discussions
Power Women Toronto Hosted a Talk with Prominent TIFF Directors
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Accessible Campground Cabins
M-Rad Produces a Dwelling That is Catered to Those with Restrictions
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Converted Homeless Shelter Projects
Holland Harvey Architects Boasts a Homeless Shelter in London
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Vibrant Sculptural Education Centers
Supernormal Reimagines the Aesthetics of the Modern Daycare
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Norwegian Film School Branding
Neue Design Studio Focuses on the Art of the Frame
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Company-Wide Climate Change Protests
Lush Cosmetics Joins Greta Thunberg To Protest Climate Change
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Pet Safety Awareness Treats
Hot Hounds Recently Launched the New 'Car-Baked Dog Treats'
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Anti-Vaping Campaigns
The United State's Government Launched a Tool To Help People Stop Vaping
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Inclusive Motherhood Artwork
Forward Together's 'Mamas Day' Campaign Celebrates Immigrant Moms
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Charitable Backpack Brands
STATE Offers a Stylish Bag Selection While Giving Back to the Community
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Tree-Saving Softwares
The 'Code of Conscience' Stops Construction Vehicles In Protected Areas
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Hunger-Fighting Hotel Initiatives
Omni Hotels & Resorts' Hunger Program Feeds Those in Need
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People-Powered Science Research
Zooniverse Relies on Crowdsourced Research and Volunteering Gigs
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Health-Focused Educational Food Camps
Camp Foodie Teaches Children About Cooking and Nutrition
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Volunteer-Matching Dating Apps
Swoovy Matches Users Together for Volunteer Opportunities
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Socially Responsible Smartphones
The Fairphone 3 will Feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 Processor
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Children's Daily Exercise Programs
The Daily Mile Promotes Kids Activity and Will Launch in the US
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Natural Climate Solution Campaigns
Greta Thunberg & The Guardian Launched the #NatureNow Campaign
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Inclusive Healthy Eating Programs
'Happy Family, Healthy Kids' Targets Underserved Communities
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Volunteer-Based Delivery Services
ScripRide is a Mechanism Driven by Joint Community Members
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Food Delivery Volunteer Platforms
Anjel Connects Grocery Delivery Volunteers with Those in Need
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Educational Illusion Museums
Museum of Illusions Toronto is Full of Unique Sensory Experiences
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Injustice-Fighting Ice Creams
Justice ReMix'd by Ben & Jerry's Fights for Criminal Justice Reform
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Company Climate Strike Initiatives
SodaStream Joined the Global Climate Strike
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Skill-Matching Volunteer Apps
Collaborate Matches Volunteers with Experience-aligned Opportunities
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AI Food Insecurity Ads
Feeding America Uses AI to Depict Food Insecurity in America
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Kids Anti-Cyberbullying Apps
The BBC's Own It App Uses Technology to Improve Online Interactions
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Specialist-Powered Weight Management Programs
AdventHealth for Children Taps Nutrition & Wellness
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Anniversary-Celebrating Book Fundraisers
First Book Canada Launches a 'Birthday Wish' Fundraiser
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Awareness-Raising Autumnal Lagers
Camden Town Brewery's Seasonal Lager Fights Food Poverty
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Branded Climate Strikes
Ben & Jerry's Will Close All Its Shops for a Global Climate Strike
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Nutrition-Focused Kid-Centric Organizations
TasteWise Kids Strives to Build Healthy Habits in Kids
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Volunteer-Celebrating Animated Ads
This Volunteer Canada Ad Highlights the Joys of Giving Back
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Autism-Supporting Athletics Brands
Nike Partnered with the NBA for an Autism Awareness Campaign
Positive Social Media Campaigns
The New Tumblr Campaign Champions Community Over Controversy
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
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
Charitable Streaming Service Pop-Ups
All Proceeds from 'As Seen on Netflix' Support Mental Health
QSR Hunger Initiatives
Starbucks Expands FoodShare Program with Customer Participation Options
Kind Gardening Pop-Ups
Mrs. Meyer's Compassion Store Trades Generous Acts for Garden Essentials
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Flavored Cashew Snacks
Octonuts Partnered with rePurpose Global to Combat Ocean Waste
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Complimentary Movement-Focused Workouts
Lululemon Commemorated World Mental Health Day
Sustainable Clothing Collections
New 'Regenration Nation' Collection is Inspired by Unity
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
Social Content Creators
SmilesFlow Lets You Create Unique, Interactive Content for Sharing
Plastic Intervention Programs
Cleancult's Program Helps Households Make Sustainable Changes
Beauty Brand Community Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics and Beauty 2 The Streetz Partnered in LA
AI-Assisted Business Ads
Google Workspace's 50 States, 50 Stories Shares Small Businesses Using AI
AI Social media Management
Social360 Offers a Streamlined Solution to Stay Ahead of the Curve
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
Nike's 'Wellness Collective' Promotes 5 Key Wellness Pillars
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
Food-Inspired Interactive Booths
The Nourishing a Better Planet Sustainability Program Debuted
Social Media App Campaigns
Snapchat Promotes Creators in a Bold Campaign Amid TikTok Uncertainty
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Soup Giveaway Campaigns
Heinz Launches a New Soup Giveaway Campaign with Sam Thompson
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel
nanamica Introduces a New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025
Boycott-Supporting Phone Apps
Buycott Helps Consumers Decide Whether to Buy or Avoid a Brand
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
Coffee Kindess Initiatives
Cambio Roasters Launches Random Act of Kindness Week Campaign
Active-Minded Refreshing Streetwear
YoungLA Drops the First Instalment of its October Collection
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'
Value-Based Shopping Apps
Veebs Encourages Consumers to Learn About a Brand's Ethical Values
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Financial Challenges Mobile Apps
The Achieve GOOD™ App Aims to Assist Consumers with Debt
Bed Rotting-Themed Brand Campaigns
KIND Snacks Celebrates All KINDs of Good in the New Year
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Breast Cancer Awareness-Supporting Socks
MoveActive Has Introduced 'Power in Pink'
Youth Mental Health-Supporting Shirts
Giant Tiger and Kids Help Phone Launch a New Shirt
Engaging Airline Platforms
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Launches a New Travel Well Platform
Ethical Ocean-Friendly Apparel
Good for Sunday's 'Save the Ocean' Collection is Organically Made
Family-Honoring Festive Campaigns
JD Celebrates all Forms of Family in 2024 Xmas Family Campaign
Phone Breakup Newsletters
The Guardian's 'Reclaim Your Brain' Newsletter Helps Reduce Screen Time
Positivity-Sharing Platforms
What Went Well Today is an Open-Source Space to Share Daily Hope
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
Do-Good Pizza Taste Tests
The Good Tastes Better Social Experiment Sees Purpose Impact Perception
Wildfire Relief Initiatives
Beauty Together is A Collaborative Effort for Wildfire Relief
Kindness-Promoting Ad Reboots
Coca-Cola’s Christmas Kindness Campaign Returns for the Holidays
Charity Organization Rebrands
Humane World for Animals Launches a Powerful Campaign
Influencer-Focused Social Platforms
Later Launches an AI-Powered Social Listening Tool
Social-First Car Campaigns
Škoda's Reddit Car Share Amplified the Voices of Passionate Fans
Sustainability-Focused Holiday Markets
GLAD Canada Debuts the 'Home for the Holidays' Pop-Up Event
Socially Supportive Retailer Promotions
Wawa 'Buy a Kids Meal, Make an Impact' is Supportive
Customizable Profile Social Platforms
The 'noplace' App Prioritizes Socialization
Food Bank Delivery Programs
Skip Partners with Food Banks Canada for At-Home Donation Pickups
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Rental App Holiday Campaigns
Airbnb Presents its Santastrophe Campaign Following Santa Claus
Kindness-Promoting Culinary Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marks World Kindness Day
Fair Wage-Supporting V-Day Campaigns
Acumen Launched the #Cocoamitment Campaign
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Retailer Mental Health Initiatives
L.L. Bean's 'Be An Outsider' Challenge Encouraged Time Outdoors
Kindness-Promoting Marketing Campaigns
Once Upon a Coconut Launches 1 Million Acts of Kindness
Solution-Oriented Holiday Ads
Orange’s Holiday Ad Brings Families Together Over Smartphones
Kid-Focused Pizza Donation Campaigns
Domino’s Pizza is Running Its Thanks and Giving Campaign
Branded Warm Clothing Donations
UNIQLO Stands Out with Its Heart of LifeWear Initiative
Feel-Good Financial Campaigns
Ally Financial's Banksgiving Supports Customers in Need with Funds
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Inclusive Voting Campaigns
The Body Shop Worked with Apathy is Boring to Improve Voter Turnout
Community-Oriented Wellness Brand Events
while on earth™ Partnered with Ethos Athletic Club
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
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
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
Global Holiday Giving Journeys
Disney Sends Mickey Mouse on the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive
Toxic-Free Election Challenges
Stonyfield Organic Addresses Both Environmental and Social Concerns
Philanthropic Diaper Partnerships
HealthyBaby Donated 750,000 Diapers to Families
Artwork-Adorned Reusable Bags
This Giant Food Reusable Bag Campaign Supports Nonprofits
Food Insecurity-Targeting Initiatives
Hormel Foods Expanded Its Efforts During Hunger Action Month
Ethical Tea Commercial Campaigns
Clipper Teas Showcases its New Marketing Tactics for 2025
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Sustainable DMO-Focused Initiatives
Expedia Group Debuts Two Innovative Programs for DMOs
Gamified Sustainability Platforms
The Carbon Games is an App that Makes Sustainability Competitive
Autism Awareness Tech Products
TORRAS Presents its COOLiFY Cyber Product in New Campaign
Charitable Advent Calendars
24 Good Deeds Offers a Digital Advent Calendar with a Purpose
Heartwarming Holiday Initiatives
United Airlines Debuts the North Pole Hub Through Fantasy Flights
Athlete-Inspired AI Brand Campaigns
AngelAi Taps a Groups of Athletes to Promote Its Ethos
Human Trafficking-Battling Campaigns
ITS Logistics and TAT Address Societal Challenges
Mental Health-Focused Brand Initiatives
Maybelline New York Partners with WHO Foundation
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
Sustainable Charcoal Brands
The Good Charcoal Company Sponsors Free BBQs for Those in Need
Closet-Clearing Challenges
Traid's Closet Clear-out Challenge Boosts Garment Donations
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
Community-Led Grocery Initatives
CaringBridge and Instacart Unite to Enhance Delivery Services
Christmas-Inspired Summer Campaigns
Toys for Tots Supports Children with Christmas in July
Outdoorsy Branding Initiatives
REI Co-Op Continues Its Tradition of Closing All 190 Locations
Prolonged Activism Campaigns
Oxfam's Stay In The Fight Encourages Lasting Social Influences
Family Homestay Platforms
'Homestays with Kids' Connects Families to Stay and Share Experiences
Kindness-Promoting Flower Sharing Initiatives
Heirloom Roses Joins Growing Kindness Project
Wellness Discovery Platforms
Wellworthy Helps Individuals Navigate the Health and Wellness Market
Activism-Focused Apparel Capsules
Aéropostale and Global Citizen Launch a New Apparel Collection
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Daily Kindness Prompts
'Sharing Your Kindness' Makes Spreading Positivity a Daily Habit
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Empowering Consumer-Centric Campaigns
Which? Launches a Festive Campaign to Empower Shoppers
Connective Non-Profit Funding
Wingtap Connects Users with Charities in Need of Fund
Spiritual Wellness Companions
Sol Inspires Positivity with Daily Tools for Spiritual Health
Awareness-Raising Salad Bowls
The Smile Farms Bowl Honors Disability Employment Awareness Month.
QSR Book Initiatives
SONIC Drive-In Donates to Expand Book Access Across America
Awareness-Raising Airline Campaigns
American Airlines Has Partnered with Stand Up to Cancer
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Kindness-Focused Charity Initiatives
The Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup is Back for Another Season
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
Charity Donation Discovery
CharityExplorer Helps You Find, Donate To, and Track Charities Easily
Philanthropic Healthcare Initiatives
Toyota Motor North America Boasts the Way Forward Fund
Imaginative Children's Holiday Campaigns
Aretto and Hamleys Partner on an Engaging Campaign
Charity Contest Campaigns
Momcozy Recently Announced the Love in Action Campaign
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
Travel Company Charity Initiatives
Redtag.ca Partnered with the SickKids Foundation
City-Wide Food Drive Events
VGTNYC Supports City Harvest Through a Food Drive Event
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
Children-Focused Literacy Campaigns
Scholastic Focuses on Expanding Access to Books
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Family-Supporting Restaurant Initiatives
White Spot Partners with Variety – the Children’s Charity
Growth-Based Marketing Platforms
Crowdtiv Connects Mentors and Mentees to Grow Businesses
Connective Altruistic Apps
Heart 2 Help Uses Tech Can to Foster Positive Relationships
Team-Based Wellness Challenges
Bright Break Enhances the Well-Being of Remote and Hybrid Employees
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities
Diverse Empowerment Newsletters
The Beautiful Societies Delivers Uplifting, Informative Content