Squiggly Apparel Benefits Testicular Cancer Research
Rebecca Byers — July 9, 2012 — Social Good
References: squigglyapparel & roozt
Squiggly Apparel for-cause fashion line supporting research of and creating awareness around testicular cancer, a cause the brand's founders felt was too often over looked. The Florida-based social enterprise donates a portion of the profits from its men and women's apparel and accessories to testicular cancer research, while they also hope to generate a conversation about the cause.
Conceived in 2012 and armed with its "support the boys" motto, Squiggly Apparel is currently partnered with Besties with Testies, a movement that has a view to having zero deaths from testicular cancer.
In addition to men's and women's tees and polos, the current line includes socks, neck ties and underwear.
Contact Information
Squiggly Apparel website
Squiggly Apparel on Facebook
Squiggly Apparel on Twitter
Conceived in 2012 and armed with its "support the boys" motto, Squiggly Apparel is currently partnered with Besties with Testies, a movement that has a view to having zero deaths from testicular cancer.
In addition to men's and women's tees and polos, the current line includes socks, neck ties and underwear.
Contact Information
Squiggly Apparel website
Squiggly Apparel on Facebook
Squiggly Apparel on Twitter
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