Our Mission
is to EMPOWER four key stakeholders
“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.” -Dalai Lama
If a mosquito can change the world, can’t YOU? We should remember that helping others and being a good person isn’t rocket science. A simple act of purchasing a band can set of a domino effect of good. YOU have the chance to help others and make a real difference in the lives of others TODAY.
“Wearing something simple on your wrist is easy to forget about after a while. But in the 3 years I’ve worn my wristsponsible bands, it always serves as a reminder of the greater needs that exist in the world and our duty to contribute however we can”
our story
After a service trip to Nepal to install solar powered water treatment systems at hospitals and schools, I was awestruck about how small amounts of money can be deployed to implement long term, sustainable water systems. Instantly realizing it does not take millions of dollars to make tangible impact in the lives of others, a determination to create something that could support more water projects around the world was born.
Meet Josefina: an artisan whose colorful string bracelets captured the simple beauty of Asia. Struggling by on unacceptable wages, Josefina lived day-to-day to feed her family by means of her humble craft. Struck by Josefina’s humility, I asked her to make 600 bracelets to take home. And that’s when the journey began.
Placing the bracelets on display online and in local boutiques, the supply sold out within just a few days. Amazed by the positive response, I realized this was much more than a friendship bracelet, but instead a movement to empower the world. It takes more than one person, one artisan, one charity and one community to make an impact. Now with the Wristsponsible bands, this is the opportunity to create a cascading impact of good around the world.
At Wristsponsible we refuse to accept the status quo. The problems that exist CAN be solved with off the shelf technology and financial resources. There are 100’s of water and sustainable solutions that can be tailored for local communities to bring tangible solutions today. Now it is our communities responsibility to take action.
Wristsponsible has now expanded its artisan community to include a family of four artisans in Nepal, Thailand, Greece and Kenya. These artisans can count on a steady income and positive work environment thanks to the incredible support of Wristsponsible fans.
At Wristsponsible... giving back has always been at the core of what we do, which is why we contribute all our proceeds to our charity partners. Over the last few years, we’ve partnered with more than 5 charities around the world to donate nearly $150,000 to causes you care about. We’re always striving to do more and are constantly on the lookout for more charities that can benefit from Wristsponsible Bracelets.
Much love,
Kevin Sofen, CEO & Founder of Wristsponsible