These September 2018 social good innovations range from empowering online entertainment platforms to feminist fast food ads. Standouts in the world of marketing include Burger King's Chick Tax commercial which confronts a common issue most women face -- the reality of "42% of women's products being more expensive than men's products."
Other notable examples include 'Ivory Lane,' WWF Singapore's unique fictional e-shop which was launched to raise awareness about the cruel practice. The shop featured a variety of fictional ivory products that were beautifully branded, causing discussion, backlash and even positive comments from a rare few. The bold publicity stunt brought attention to the ongoing ivory trade which continues to take elephant lives despite of the many laws put in place to stop it.
Visually impaired grocery aids and mental wellness pop-ups round off this list and speak to major brands' growing focus on inclusive and authentic marketing.
Top 30 Social Good Trends in September
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Empowering Lifestyle Entertainment Companies
Kin Delivers Content to Motivated Women
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Co-Learning Concept Spaces
'Campfire Campus' Sets Itself Apart as Asia’s First Co-Learning Space
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Reimagined Beekeeping Systems
HoneyComb Hives Has a New Smart-Frame System That Aids Bee Movement
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Multi-Use Classroom Furniture Designs
Hertz Furniture Creates Pieces for the Next Generation
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Inclusive Creativity-Enabling Streetwear Labels
dfrntpigeon Provides Support for At-Risk Youth
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Women's Cannabis Platforms
Latitude Was Created to Share Real Stories of Women's Cannabis Use
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Fashion Retailer Recycling Initiatives
ASOS' Leftover Fabrics are Used to Make Sanitary Pads
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Age-Defying Luxe Fashion Projects
This Helmut Lang Campaign Boldly Breaks Generation Barriers
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Empowering Feminist Fitness Campaigns
Reebok's #BeMoreHuman Campaign Stars Strong, A-List Women
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Hand-Painted Tribute Sneakers
MR. BRAINWASH Honors the Late DJ AM With a Range of Sneakers
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Ethical Cruelty-Free Handbag Designs
Alexandra K.'s Bag Was Gifted to the Duchess Of Sussex
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Self-Sustaining Maternity Units
HKS Architects Increases the Capacity of Uganda's Maternity Ward
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Revolutionary Fashion Magazine Covers
Vogue Arabia's Cover Boldly Celebrates the Female Body
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Mental Wellness Pop-Ups
'The Bakery' by Lidl Supports Discussions on Mental Health
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Children-Informed Community Pavilions
Enorme Studio Taps into the Imagination of Children
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Bright Organic Kid Collections
Hanna Andersson's Organic Children's Clothes are Playfully Printed
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Charitable Climbing Initiatives
The North Face & Khumbu Climbing Center Joined for a New Campaign
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Menswear-Inspired Womenswear Lines
Tradlands Offers High-Quality Essentials for the Stylish Tomboy
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Inclusive Bathhouse Concepts
Ruth Pearn Fights Period Poverty with Accessible Public Toilets
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Dual Digital Storytelling Campaigns
Movistar's Perspectives Campaign Raises Awareness of Bullying
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Bold LGBTQ-Supporting Publicity Stunts
Coca-Cola Celebrates Pride with That 'Coke is a Fanta'
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Guided Photo-Editing Phone Tutorials
Apple Offers Users Free 30-Minute Photo-Editing Sessions
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Anti-Ivory E-Shops
WWF Singapore Launched 'Ivory Lane' to Bring Awareness to the Ivory Trade
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Feminist Fast Food Ads
Burger King's Chick Tax Confronts Prejudice with This Humorous Ad
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Visually Impaired Grocery Aids
Wegmans Supermarkets Offer a More Accessible Way to Grocery Shop
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Prideful Vibrant Tram Designs
Västtrafik Celebrates Euro Pride with Bold and Colorful Streetcars
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Educational Holodeck Rooms
The Cognitive Immersive Room Teaches Language in a Technological Space
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Veteran-Supporting Energy Drinks
Red Bull's New Camo Can Supports United Service Organizations
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Gun Control Marches
March for Our Lives is Inspired, Created, and Led by Parkland Students
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Charitable Gluten-Free Cookies
The Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies are a Girl Scout Exclusive
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Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
Branded AI-Generated Short Films
KFC Philippines Captures Attention with AI-Generated Films
Cleverly-Disguised Fountain Cups
Pepsi's Latest Campaign Stunt Introduced 'Undercover Cups'
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Expansive Pride Month Initiatives
The Latest Primark Pride Collection and Campaign are Inclusive
Uplifting Social Media Campaigns
Optimism Your Feed Helps Social Media Users Retrain the Algorithm
Distorted Burger Campaigns
Burger King's A.I.LLOWEEN Features Unsettling People Eating Burgers
Non-AI Beauty Campaigns
The Code by Dove Fights Beauty Standards Manufactured by AI
Mental-Health Awareness QSR Packaging
McDonald's Alters Its Happy Meal Boxes for Mental Health
Charitable Streaming Service Pop-Ups
All Proceeds from 'As Seen on Netflix' Support Mental Health
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Inclusive Beauty Campaigns
The e.l.f. 'Judge Beauty' Campaign Will be Featured at Super Bowl 2024
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
QSR Menu Billboard Campaigns
Burger King Shows Real Burger Sizes with Real Size Campaigns
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Fast Food-Inspired Beachy Campaigns
Leo Burnett Italia Unveils a New Summery McDonald's Campaign
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Complimentary Movement-Focused Workouts
Lululemon Commemorated World Mental Health Day
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
Global Handbag Campaigns
Coach's New 'Unlock Your Courage' Campaign Promotes Personal Expression
Social Movement Medals
The Openness Medal by Samsung Invites Gen Z to Share Challenges
Provocative AR Campaigns
NotCo's 'Not So Happy Animals' Presents Food Logos in a New Light
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Unretouched Photography Books
Dove Reimagine Beauty Celebrates Authentic Representation
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
Grayscale Burger Restaurants
Burger King France Made a Visually Striking Anti-Bullying Initiative
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Food-Inspired Interactive Booths
The Nourishing a Better Planet Sustainability Program Debuted
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
Nike's 'Wellness Collective' Promotes 5 Key Wellness Pillars
Empowering Clean Beauty Campaigns
Babe Original Celebrates Individuality with 'Originally You'
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
Plant-Based Breakfast Challenges
Silk's Feel Planty Good Challenge Winner Gets Breakfast for Life
Scented Fast Food Billboards
McDonald's Set Up a French Fry-Scented Billboard
Heiress-Created Homeware Collections
Walmart is Launching Paris Hilton's Be An Icon Collection
Empowering Menopause Campaigns
GenM's Live Your Best Menopause Supports Confidence & Choice
AI-Powered QSR Campaigns
allplants Leverages AI To Transforms Fast-Food Ads
Smile-Reflecting Toothpaste Campaigns
Colgate & Oglivy Create the #FreeYourSmile campaign
Hands-Free Driving Campaigns
Ford UK's Social Campaign Shares Merch for the "Passenger Princess"
AI-Generated QSR Items
McDonald's India Asks Fans to Create its Signature Collection with AI
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Gen Z Sustainability Campaigns
PUMA Recruits Gen Z Leaders to Showcase How They Live Sustainably
Tech Rebellion Campaigns
Lush is Continuing Its Big Tech Rebellion for Black Friday
Empowering Self-Care Pizza Ads
Domino's New Ad Encourages Women to Give into Their Cravings
Cancer Awareness CPG Packaging
This Unilever Pink Packaging Marks Breast Cancer Awareness
Period-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Nadya Okamoto Partnered with Chnge on an Exclusive Apparel Line
Hyper-Personalized AI Campaigns
Tesco's Stronger Starts Uses AI to Recognize Customers by Name
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'
Experiential Social Clubs
Marshalls' Good Stuff Social Club Empowers & Connects Women
Mental Health Snack Initiatives
Pringles Relaunched a QR Design for Exclusive Movember Tubes
AI-Powered Fintech Tools
Square Introduces Ten New Generative AI Features for Content Creation
Vegan Food Branding Updates
Impossible Foods Gets a New Image by the Team at JKR
Value-Based Shopping Apps
Veebs Encourages Consumers to Learn About a Brand's Ethical Values
Idol Singer Breakfast Promotions
Mos Burger Offers Dining Experience with Idols via AR
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Mindful-Shopping Campaigns
The Ordinary’s 'Slovember' Campaign Promotes Intentional Shopping
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Post-Partum Meal QSR Campaigns
Burger King Captures a Special Moment with Bundles of Joy Campaign
Cheerful Healthy Snack Campaigns
Garden Veggie Snacks' YUMbelievably Delicious is Innovative
Empowering Beauty Campaigns
UNice & EBeauty Launch Unice Pink Love — Empowering Pink Warriors
Accessible Superfood Beauty Brands
Goop Unveils a New Affordable Beauty Brand at Target and Amazon
Ethical Ocean-Friendly Apparel
Good for Sunday's 'Save the Ocean' Collection is Organically Made
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
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"
Consumer-Driven QSR Burger Contests
The Burger King Million Dollar Whopper Contest is On Now
Eco-Friendly Pet Programs
Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures Launch a Sustainable Pet Food Program
Honest Female Athlete Campaigns
'Get Explicit' by Hillberg & Berk Empowers Women in Sports
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Quirky Plant-Based Food Ads
Gosh! Food's Falafel Advertisement is Surprising
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Kindness-Promoting Culinary Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marks World Kindness Day
Sustainable QSR Litter Adverts
McDonald's Malta Presents New Captivating Eco-Centric Campaigns
Inclusive Diamond Campaigns
Pandora's Diamonds for All Campaign Features Diverse Icons
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Peeling Cheese Packaging Billboards
This Babybel Billboard is Inspired by the Product's Packaging
Candid Celebration Campaigns
Edible's "There's an edible for That" Celebrates Even Awkward Moments
Influencer Snack Bar Campaigns
Nature Valley Launches a Social-Oriented Digital Marketing Campaign
Vegas Restaurant Initiatives
Pepsi Dig In Debuts New Exclusive Dishes from Black-Owned Restaurants
Socially Supportive Retailer Promotions
Wawa 'Buy a Kids Meal, Make an Impact' is Supportive
Women-Centric Accelerator Programs
Marshalls Has Introduced the Good Stuff Accelerator Program
Burger-Inspired Back-To-School Campaigns
Trill Burgers & LRG Clothing Debut a Line of Activations
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
Women's Healthcare Books
Evvy Launched a Gender Health Gap Book for Equal Research Day
Emissions-Minded Food Campaigns
This Meatless Farm Campaign Boasts Reduced Emissions
Beauty Corporate Diversity Ads
E.l.f. Beauty's So Many Dicks Ad Urges for More Corporate Diversity
Elevated Private Food Ranges
Bettergoods is the First New Store Brand from Walmart in 20 Years
Recycled Ad Campaigns
Mars is Reusing Fan-Favorite Ads to Bring Attention to Climate Change
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Stigma-Breaking Motherhood Billboards
Molly Baz and Bobbie Send a Message of Empowerment
Kindness-Promoting Marketing Campaigns
Once Upon a Coconut Launches 1 Million Acts of Kindness
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Irreverent Ethical Soap Campaigns
Pure Rush Soap's New Ad is a Fresh Take on Sustainable Branding
Influencer-Led Livestock Campaigns
Jaxon and Lachlan Fairbairn Partner with Australian Good Meat
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
Retail QSR Dining Partnerships
Walmart and Burger King Partnered for an Exclusive Benefit
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
Diversity-Promoting Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics Releases a Thought-Provoking Message
Star-Led Luxury Fashion Campaigns
PRADA's Re-Nylon Collection Welcomes Renowned Actors
Revamped Freshness Platforms
Mars Announces a New Brand Identity for Its Gums and Mints Brands
Social Good Breakfast Promotions
Pancakes for a Purpose Benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation
Toxic-Free Election Challenges
Stonyfield Organic Addresses Both Environmental and Social Concerns
Sustainable Toilet Papers
Asda and The Good Roll Bring Sustainable Toilet Papers to the UK Market
Plant-Powered Breakfast Clubs
Violife's Wiiildy Good Breakfast Club Treats Consumers to a Meal
Artwork-Adorned Reusable Bags
This Giant Food Reusable Bag Campaign Supports Nonprofits
Affordable Luxury Cosmetics
Pretty Smart Delivers Luxury-Inspired Beauty Without the High Markup
Food Insecurity-Targeting Initiatives
Hormel Foods Expanded Its Efforts During Hunger Action Month
Authentic Ambassador Campaigns
BeReal is Looking for "The Realest Person on Earth"
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Athlete-Inspired AI Brand Campaigns
AngelAi Taps a Groups of Athletes to Promote Its Ethos
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
Eco Fast Food Meals
PLNT Burger's Cool Kids Meal Inspires Kids to Make Different Meal Choices
Empowering Consumer-Centric Campaigns
Which? Launches a Festive Campaign to Empower Shoppers
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Awareness-Raising Poverty Campaigns
Oxfam Australia Debuts a Platform Called 'Unaccept Inequality'
Expansive Vegan Candy Campaigns
This Swizzels Campaign Encourages Retailers to Stock Up
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Activism-Focused Apparel Capsules
Aéropostale and Global Citizen Launch a New Apparel Collection
Uplifting Virtual Influencer Collabs
The Lennnie x Dove Collab Promotes Body Positivity
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Influencer Flexitarian Campaigns
Violife Launched an Influencer Campaign Aimed at Flexitarians
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Social Good Brand Practices
Dignity Coconuts Positions Itself to Combat Human Trafficking
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Parent-Rewarding Burger Promotions
This Wayback Burgers Promotion Rewards September Baby Parents
Vegan Product-Promoting Supermarket Campaigns
Lidl Equalizes Prices for Vegan & Non-Vegan Products
Plant-Based Coffee Campaigns
Minor Figures Launches the 'Dairy Disloyalty' Awareness Campaign
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
Breast Cancer Awareness Campaigns
La Boulangerie Boul'Mich Partnered with Susan G. Komen
Compassionate Dietary Choices Ads
DairyTruth.ca Launches #DairyFreeToronto Campaign