OUR MISSION
Build better futures one meal at a time.
Build better futures one meal at a time.
1 Item Purchased = 1 Meal Donated
1 Item Purchased = 1 Meal Donated
Meals donated and counting.
How it works:
Your purchase helps fund free school meal programs for thousands of children daily.
These meals alleviate hunger, encourage school attendance, and reduce financial stress.
As a result, children experience healthier growth and consistent education that can pave the way for better futures.
Where We Donate
From day one we decided we would work to make a positive change in our production partners’ communities. For this reason we donate in schools in Bangalore, India. This is where we produce most of our clothing.
Location of the city of Bangalore.
The schools supported by our donations in Bangalore.
By the Numbers
SCHOOLS
15
IN THE PROGRAM
MEALS
1,200
SERVED DAILY
TOTAL MEALS
1,000,000+
SERVED
2014
The first pair of Bearbottom shorts are launched with a buy one give one donation model, donating a pair of shorts to a child in Bangladesh for every pair sold.
2020
COVID impacts on our local community created an immediate need for PPE in the Tampa Bay area. We provided over 275,000 KN95 masks to first responders, schools, and community organizations.
2021
For Veterans day, we partner with Dogs Inc to fund scholarships and foster relationships between service dogs and veterans with PTSD.
2021
We begin meal donations in partnership with Akshaya Patra to give essential meals to schools in India. For every item purchased, a meal is donated.
Today
Over 1 million meals are donated thanks to our partners and supporters following Bearbottom's 10th year of operation. Many more donations to come.
Our Production Facility
We’re committed to the well-being of all of our team members, from our worldwide supply chain to our Florida HQ. We’ve built a close relationship with our production partners to go above and beyond industry standards. Our Vendor Code of Ethics is based on internationally recognized labor practices and guidance.
Tampa Bay Community
We also support our local community of Tampa Bay. Some of our initiatives include annual scholarships for veteran service dog programs and regular clothing donations to local organizations, including the Boys and Girls Club.
