This top list of summer-loving social businesses includes a wide variety of innovations that take a seasonal approach to their business practices. At SocialBusiness.org, we tend to like to take a look at how and why hybrid organizations do what they do while at the same time considering if it makes them competitive (and questioning whether that's why they undertake the types of practices that they do).
So, a number of these summer-loving social businesses are one-time events that take place in the summer months, for instance, the Co-operatives Fortnight is a festival that takes place in the United Kingdom. This attempts to bring people together at a time when they may be more included to be out and about and exploring what their city has to offer.
33 Summer-Loving Social Businesses
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Peruvian-Printed Footwear
Inca Boot Company Employs Craftspeople in Peru
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Utilitarian Neutral-Toned Wedges
The TOMS Desert Bootie is Another Pair of Chic Charitable Kicks
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Recycled Skateboard Sunglasses (UPDATE)
The New Proof Sunglasses are the Perfect Summer Sunnies
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Artisanal Organic Cotton Fashion
The One Mango Tree Spring/Summer Collection is Low-Key
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Charitable Lit Tees
Wear Your Favorite Novel with the Out of Print Summer Reads Collection
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Ethical Hand-Crafted Scarves
The Spring 2013 Collection by 'A Peace Treaty' is Vibrant and Bold
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Soulful Wedding Sandals
Sseko Designs Help Women in Uganda Earn Money for University
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Fair Trade Summer Textiles
The 'Creative Women' Ribbons Collection
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One-for-One Boating Tees
The United by Blue Winter Collection Evokes a Public-Spirited Mindset
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Eco-Friendly Philanthropic Flip Flops
Hari Mari Footwear Donates Money to Battle Cancer
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Planet-Friendly Flip Flops
Feelgoodz Footwear Is Constructed Using Socially Responsible Methods
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Eco Community Centers
Evergreen Brick Works is a Social Enterprise Fostering Nature in Toronto
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Forest-Saving Sunglasses
Modo Eyewear Plants A Tree For Every Pair Sold
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Worn Leather Loafers
The Oliberte MAGADO and NAVIRO Shoes are Made in Ethiopia
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Online Civic Engagement Platforms
MyCityHall.ca is a Free, Open Source Web Tool by Open North
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City Summer Art Escapes
Children’s Peace Theatre Brings Art to the City in an Inventive Way
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Altruistic Nature Centers
IslandWood Aims to Foster Environmental Stewardship for Life
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Small-Living Catering Businesses
'Hand Made Food' is an Independent Chef Kitchen in London
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Scarves for Education
Zaanha Fashions Help Send Children in Afghanistan to School
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Community-Supporting Snapbacks
The SEA Brand Notes a Quarter of Proceeds to Poverty Tansitioning
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Art Incubator Showcases
The Cockpit Arts Summer Open Studios is a Business-Supporting Festival
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Adorable Charitable High Heels
The TOMS Sophie Wedge Offers Perfect Summer Style
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One-for-One Prenatal Vitamins
Build Nutrition Tackles Malnutrition in the Majority World
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Environmentally Conscious Heating
BioLite Provides Clean and Affordable Energy Worldwide
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Community-Minded Fashion Businesses
A-Thread Gives Back with Its 'Shop and Effect' Program
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Social Enterprise Irrigation Systems
Driptech is a International Water Technologies Company
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Charity-Supporting Apparel
Bora Wear Helps to Alleviate Inequities in Africa
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Ethical Gastropubs
The Duke of Cambridge Serves Organic and Local Foods
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Education-Enabling Embroidery
ZAANHA Helps Afghan Women Learn How to Run a Successful Business
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Beneficial Beverage Companies
Rebbl is a Social Enterprise Being Launched by Not For Sale
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Book-Providing Apparel
S.T.O.R.Y. Clothing Tackles U.S. Illiteracy Through Donation
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Visionary Social Change Videos
The Ashoka 'Everyone a Changemaker' Animation
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Annual Summer Co-op Festivals
The Co-operatives Fortnight is a UK-Based Campaign
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Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
Sun Safety Beach Takeovers
Sun Bum's Miami Beach Takeover Supported Safe Fun in the Sun
Eco-Friendly Retail Pop-Ups
Stella McCartney's Ibiza Pop-Up Uses Recycled Wood; Efficient Lighting
Hug-Inspired Olympics Campaigns
Coca-Cola's Summer Olympics Campaign was Inspired by True Events
Immersive Wellness Experiences
Othership Pioneers Emotional Wellness With Immersive Experiences
Disruptive Sun Care Pop-Ups
Sun Bum's Good Days Daily Bodega Inspires Refreshed Routines
Purposeful Empowering Apparel
Living Life on Purpose: Connecting with Customers through Clothing
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Beautified Community Spaces
Sephora Canada's Beauty at The Bentway Revitalizes Outdoor Space
Kind Gardening Pop-Ups
Mrs. Meyer's Compassion Store Trades Generous Acts for Garden Essentials
Beauty Bodycare Partnerships
Sephora Has Teamed with the Brazilian Bodycare Brand Sol De Janeiro
Solstice-Inspired Fashion Campaigns
Bottega Veneta's Summer Solstice Capsule is Chic & Exquisite
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules
LOUTRE snd Dover Street Market Work on a New Capsule
Multichannel Retail Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' 'Happy Lolidays' Campaign is Engaging
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
Amalfi Coast-Inspired Pop-Ups
e.l.f. Cosmetics Hosted a Beach Club Activation in Brooklyn
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Unique Cosmetics Launch Events
Summer Fridays will Host a London Newsstand Pop-Up
Tranquil Spring Apparel
LIVØM's Soul Place Series Pays Homage to the Refreshing Essence of Spring
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Animated Fish Cafes
The Hangyodon Theme Cafe in Japan will Present Summer Offerings
Cooling Solution Contests
Bliss Skincare Offers Consumers a Chance to Have Ac Bills Paid
Mindful-Shopping Campaigns
The Ordinary’s 'Slovember' Campaign Promotes Intentional Shopping
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Wellness-Promoting Employee Initiatives
DICK'S Sporting Goods Debuts the Summer of Sport Challenge
Environment-First Tourism Festivals
Paradise City Festival in Belgium Won Sustainability Awards
Summer Skincare Pop-Ups
The Sol De Janeiro Sol-Cial Club is a Free NYC Event
Kids' Entertainment Initiatives
Yoto x CF Shopping Centers will Offer Summer Programming for Kids
Spring-Ready Pastel Outdoor Collections
Clare and Industry West Join Forces on a Collection
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Climate-Based Skincare Pop-Ups
AXIS-Y and Senti Senti will Celebrate the Brand's Latest Launch
Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
The FreshTake Concept Grocery Store Blends Experiences
Scandinavian-Inspired Yurt Pop-Ups
ABSOLUT will Host NORDIC by BarChef in Toronto
Up-Cycled Glamping Experiences
ekō Solutions Expands to Poplar Point Lakeside Park
Music-Inspired Retail Campaigns
Macy’s is Launching Its Summer’s Greatest Hits Campaign
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Vegan-Based Music Festivals
Vegandale is a Celebration of Veganism and Entertainment
Summer-Themed Gourmet Chocolates
Compartés Chocolate Launches Elevated Summertime Collection
Fashion Lifestyle Pop-Up Events
Sundae School Hosts Their First Pop-Up in London
Sporty Resort Capsules
Paper x Four Seasons Hampshire Host a Soft Pastel Pop-Up
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Nature-Emphasizing Outdoor Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Spring/SSummer 2024 Collection
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Outdoor-Themed Summer Sweepstakes
CLIF BAR Encourages More People to Spend Time Outdoors
Virtual Summer Camps
Camp Little Bites Gives Kids the Confidence to Try New Things
Sustainable Furniture Capsule Shops
Light and Dwell Open up a Store of Furniture Designs
Engaging Branded Pop-Up Kitchens
SOWN Celebrated the Launch of Its Oat Cold Foaming Cream
Loneliness-Combatting Grocery Shopping Experiences
Oma's Soep Debuted a Shopping Basket Initiative
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Retailer Mental Health Initiatives
L.L. Bean's 'Be An Outsider' Challenge Encouraged Time Outdoors
Waste Tarp-Made Public Seating
The Membran Collective Joins the Urban Networks Project
Online Lifestyle-Inspired Street Festivals
The Xiaohongshu Street Life Festival is Exciting
Winter-Inspired Cleaning Supplies
Grove Co. Has Introduced a Winter Limited Edition Collection
Community-Centric Office Spaces
Shubin Donaldson Architects Designs the Tricon Residential Office
Budget-Friendly Restaurant Campaigns
Chuck E. Cheese 'Summer of Fun' Focuses on Accessibility
Nostalgic Lip Balm Collections
Camp Burt Introduces its '84 Summer Merch Collection
Summer-Centric Haircare Products
These Pacifica Haircare Collections Come in Five Options
Sustainable Bucket Hats
Lisou's Bucket Hat Collection is Designed with Leftover Materials
Community-Focused Movie Screenings
'Join or Die' Screenings Aims to Foster Real-Life Connections
Immersive Holiday Pop-Up Experiences
Gay Lea Brings Back Its 'Share Joy by Gay Lea' Holiday Pop-Up
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
SurfYogaBeer is a New York City-based Active & Social Travel Company
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Unashamedly Romantic Pop-Ups
Laura Ashley's Workshops Use Deadstock Fabric to Create New Totes
Comprehensive Apparel Brand Campaigns
Apparel Group Launches Its Expansive 'Summer-Time' Campaign
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
Beauty-Incentive Programs
Sephora's Beauty at the Bentway Will Offer Free Beauty Samples
Environmental Sustainability Business Initiatives
Butterfly Pavilion Organized a Special Coalition
Community-Oriented Cookbook Stores
Foodies Cookbook Shop Acts as a Culinary Hub in Stratford
Cafe-Based Watch Parties
SideQuest to Host its Own League of Legends Worlds Watch Parties
Collaborative Bright Office Spaces
Bespoke Only Designs Her New Spring Office Loft Space
Inspiring Entreprenurial Dolls
The American Girl 2025 Girl of the Year Speaks to Gen Alpha
Natural Material-Crafterd Holiday Homes
Johan Sundberg Arkitektur Designs the Sommarhus E
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Outdoor Toronto Film Festivals
The Lavazza IncluCity Film Festival is Back from June to July
Inclusive Voting Campaigns
The Body Shop Worked with Apathy is Boring to Improve Voter Turnout
Summer Patio Pop-Ups
The Sol Patio+ Provides a Comfortable Place to Wait for a Table
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Social Connection Campaigns
Beavertown Brewery's Is This Seat Taken? Campaign Unites Strangers
Toronto Culture Festivals
Big on Bloor Festival is Back for Its 17th Year
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Ready-to-Eat Seasonal Sandwiches
These New Urban Eat. Sandwiches Come in Three Festive Flavors
Kindness-Promoting Local Business Markets
KIND Snacks hosts the KINDness Market in Toronto
Mindful Illumination Holiday Campaigns
Santa & Cole Presents a Warm Embracing Light Campaign
Sustainable Festival Pop-Ups
Barbour and Oxfam Debut a Sustainable Rental Pop-Up at Glastonbury
Friendship-Focused Election Campaigns
Flash Pack Has Introduced The Friendship Bus
Youth Art Campaigns
Sun Bum Taps Into the Gen Alpha Market with an Innovative Art Contest
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Savory Cafe Food Menus
The Costa Coffee Summer Menu Has New and Returning Favorites
Endangered Ice Cream Trucks
Climate Basecamp's Save the Flavors Brings Awareness to Climate Change
Summer-Themed Subscription Boxes
Bokksu's Summer Collection Features Unique Japanese Snacks
Nostalgic Autumnal Coffee Menus
Scooter’s Coffee is Introducing Menu Items for Fall
Seasonal Street Food-Inspired Menus
Taco Cabana Street Food Fest Features Ample Food and Drink
Friend-Finding Dinners
Timeleft Fights Big-City Loneliness by Matching Strangers for Dinner
Refreshing Summer Blends
Partners Coffee Celebrates Summer With Block Party
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
Eco-Conscious Apparel Acquisitions
Lolë Brands Expands Portfolio with Iconic Footwear Brand Sanuk
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Christmas-Inspired Summer Campaigns
Toys for Tots Supports Children with Christmas in July
Eco-Friendly Artisan Markets
The ChoZen Artisan Market is a New Eco-Conscious Event in Sebastian
Outdoorsy Branding Initiatives
REI Co-Op Continues Its Tradition of Closing All 190 Locations
Student Travel-Entertainment Experiences
LVIN Offers Spring Break Adventures for 2025
Elevated Vegan Restaurants
Community Resto is a Vegan Haven with a Heart for Giving Back
International Cuisine Grocery Ranges
The Co-op 2024 Summer Range Features Fare from Everywhere
Niche Community Builders
Socially is the Community Builder Platform for Niche Creators Everywhere
Artisan Summertime Cafe Drinks
White Bison Coffee Announced New Drinks Just in Time for Summer
Sustainable Eurovision Capsules
LJMU Fashion Students are Designing a Sustainable Fashion Capsule
Billboard-Transformed Tent Shelters
Wunderman Thompson Morocco Creates the Life-Saving Outdoors
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Responsibly-Sourced Seasonal Menus
Tender Greens Summer Menu is Being Offers Through Early Fall
Connective Foodie Apps
Letslicious is a Foodie Social Media App Connecting Likeminded People
Flexible Coliving Platforms
The 'Coliving' Platform Helps Workers Find an All-Inclusive Place
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
All-Black Touring Burlesque Companies
The Sweet Spot Embraces a Unique Approach to Performance Art
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Vineyard Summer Music Series
The Grange of Prince Edward Winery Announced Its Event Lineup
Free-From NYC Frozen Desserts
The Urban Dessert Lab Summer Menu Has Four New Items
Eco-Conscious Workshop Experiences
Six Senses Vana Celebrates Environment Day with its Earth Lab
Pre-Loved Clothing Markets
Charity Super.Mkt Will Take Over Fenwick's on Bond Street
Seasonal Artisan-Crafted Baked Goods
These Lexington Bakes Seasonal Products Come in Four Recipes
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Year-Long Professional Content Calendars
Content Squeezy Provides Social media Ideas
Seasonal Grocer Celebrations
Natural Grocers AUTUMNFEST Offers Ample Discounts
Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches the Seasonal Winter Chalet Campaign
Community Borrowing Apps
Borrow Encourages Neighbours to Interact and Share
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Festive Restaurant Catering Menus
The Bar Louie Seasonal Catering Specials are Arriving Now
Connective Economic Travel
Swapper Helps Business Travelers Use Hotel Budgets to Stay with Friends
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
In-Person Community Builders
Spon Empowers People to Build Up Their Communities
Coastal Hotel Furniture Collaborations
Society Social's New Furniture Set is Pastel and Colorful
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Experiential Workplace Rewards
Bondly Has Over 300 Experiences for Employers to Reward the Team