Why Sustainability Matters In the Promotional Industry
The world is changing. Companies large and small have pledged to act more sustainably. Chances are that you’ve heard about “ESG” recently, three letters which define many of the changes organizations are making. Those letters also underpin SanMar’s efforts, detailed in our 2023 Sustainability Report. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance – the three […]
Answering the Call to Action
When the White House calls, you answer. So when the Office of Vice President Kamala Harris invited SanMar to join the Call to Action initiative, in support of greater opportunities and better livelihoods in Central America, we didn’t have to think long about our answer. Learn about SanMar’s part in this proactive effort to invest in inclusive economic growth in the region.
Our Progress, Together
SanMar’s 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report update looks at the accomplishments and lessons of the last year through the lens of people, planet and product.
Learning to Listen
The open transparency of the Better Buying process is a natural fit for how SanMar does business. Learn how the anonymous feedback we receive helps us improve our partnerships with suppliers and enables us to lead by example, driving meaningful change in the way apparel companies work with their vendors across the industry.
Who Do You Finish the Run For?
David Forster Jr. was the kind of person who paused during his busy days to truly appreciate the small things. When he passed away unexpectedly during a training run, a group of David’s running buddies wanted to do the same, take pause and appreciate their remarkable friend. “We want to finish that run for David.”
Making Music, Making a Difference
Ryan Schraffenbergr’s Promotions Guy shop is focused on sustainable promotional products, which already puts it firmly in the “force for good” category. But it’s what he does in his off hours that sets Ryan apart.
With Kindness For All
Jackie and Ben Moore’s Summer Shirt Project was started as a way to help their daughter learn some valuable job skills. Three years and over 300,000 shirts later, the Moores are still at it and looking forward to helping even more people through the summer project that took on a life of its own.
SanMar’s Journey Toward Sustainability
The most important part of being sustainable isn’t the destination – it’s the journey. Understanding SanMar’s approach may help you understand how you can take the first steps on your own path toward sustainability.
Big Bravery in Small Hoodies
Embroidering “Cancer Survivor” on her daughter’s hoodie was a lightbulb moment for Allison Yacht, when she realized they could create hoodies for other children and families going through the same thing.