KENNEBUNK, Maine, Jan. 30,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom's of Maine today announces the year two winners of
its Incubator program, recognizing five leaders in the areas of
sustainable farming, climate change and environmental justice.
Continuing its commitment to resource the next generation of
underrepresented leaders, the brand distributed $100,000 among these changemakers to help scale
their environmental solutions for the greater good.
"Today's young climate leaders need access to funding to
address the pressing issue of environmental challenges and pave a
way for a more equitable and sustainable future. As a brand with a
long history of environmental stewardship, it's incumbent upon us
to support and amplify their efforts," said Cristiane Martini, General Manager, Tom's of
Maine. "Our Incubator program
ensures that climate action is not just a concept discussed at
conferences but a tangible reality improving the communities where
we live and operate."
Each Incubator Member has been awarded $20,000 in funding, which will help scale their
impactful work and provide them with the necessary resources to
bring their innovative solutions to life. In addition to financial
support, the winners will gain access to a network of expert
mentors, opportunities for collaboration, both in-person and
virtually, and significant backing from Tom's of Maine to amplify their message and increase
engagement with their environmental initiatives.
Meet the 2024 Tom's of Maine Incubator Members below:
- Brittney Portes, Founder
of Gardens of Sol based in Montclair,
NJ. Brittney uses her business to raise awareness about
sustainable agriculture and farming in her local community.
- Danielle Lee, Content
Creator of Battery Girlie based in San
Francisco, CA. Danielle uses her platform to help Gen-Z
build impactful careers fighting climate change.
- Diamond Spratling,
Founder and Executive Director of Girl+Environment based in
Atlanta, GA. Diamond created
Girl+Environment to empower Black and Brown women to stand up for
environmental justice.
- Jasmine Lamb, Chair of
the Sipayik Resilience Committee based in Orono, ME. Jasmine is committed to improving
community resilience against climate change and elevating Native
American voices in the climate movement.
- Zanagee Artis, Co-Founder of Zero Hour based in
Washington, D.C. Zanagee founded
his organization with the goal of elevating the voices of young
people of color and people on the front lines of the climate
crisis.
The mentors working with these Tom's of Maine Incubator
members include:
- CJ Goulding, Co-Founder of Boyz N The Wood based in
New York, NY. Through facilitated
outdoor experiences, Boyz N The Wood teaches Black men new skills,
develops accountability models, and connects them to resources for
mental health.
- Dillon St. Bernard,
Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Team DB. Dillon is a cultural
strategist and social impact consultant who uses storytelling for
change.
- Maya Penn, Founder of
Maya's Ideas based in Atlanta, GA.
Maya's is passionate about sustainable fashion and her brand
focuses on upcycling old clothing and recycled materials.
- Nalleli Cobo, Co-Founder
of People Not Pozos based in Los Angeles,
CA. Nalleli's mission is to secure a safe and healthy
environment for the community of South
Los Angeles.
- Ziad Ahmed, CEO of JUV
Consulting based in New York, NY.
Ziad created his Gen-Z consultancy to help clients reach young
people.
"Our inaugural Incubator program showcased how underrepresented
leaders could be a catalyst for change in the climate moment. This
year, we're building on that momentum with a new cohort of leaders
to support all of the incredible work these changemakers are
doing," said Michelle Waring,
Steward for Sustainability and Everyday Good, Tom's of Maine. "The Incubator is one of many
initiatives in our pipeline that demonstrates the brand's
commitment to Do Good. For Real."
In addition to the Tom's of Maine Incubator, the new 2023
Goodness Report will be released later this year to demonstrate the
brand's commitment to the planet, people, and health,
intersecting with their mission to create a healthy future for all
people.
For more information about the Tom's of Maine Incubator and the
second-year winners, please
visit https://www.tomsofmaine.com/incubator.
About Tom's of Maine
Tom's of Maine, Colgate-Palmolive (NYSE: CL) company,
has been making natural, safe, and effective personal care products
for over 50 years. It all began when Tom
and Kate Chappell moved to Maine in 1968 looking for a healthier, simpler
life for their growing family. And when they couldn't find personal
care products that were free from artificial flavors, fragrances,
sweeteners, colors and preservatives, they decided to make their
own. Tom's of Maine products –
including toothpaste, deodorant, mouthwash, bar soap, body wash,
dental floss, and toothbrushes – are made from naturally sourced
and naturally derived ingredients and never tested on animals. A
Certified B Corporation, Tom's of Maine is committed to upholding a
purpose-driven business and has a long-standing commitment to
supporting nature and healthy families. Tom's of Maine has supported hundreds of nonprofits by
giving back 10% of its profits, and employees are encouraged to use
5% of their paid time (12 days) volunteering for causes they are
passionate about. All of Tom's products are cruelty-free and most
products are vegan, kosher, halal-certified and gluten-free. Visit
us online at http://www.tomsofmaine.com/ or
at https://www.facebook.com/officialtomsofmaine/.
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