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Through the generous funding of our sponsors Repurpose Wardrobe can pursue its mission. In the spring of this year, Lettuce Grow joined our community of givers. Their thoughtful donations support Repurpose Wardrobe’s operations. We continue the act of kindness by raising funds for our partner non-profits and providing jobs for people who have faced economic hardship. Founded by Zoey Deschanel and Jacob Pechenik, Lettuce Grow is a company that challenges consumers to rethink food. Food production consumes large amounts of resources.

Waves of color filled the streets of NYC over the weekend for Pride. This year’s theme, “The Fight Continues”, was a call to acknowledge there is still work to be done. “In a time of tremendous adversity for the community on many fronts, ‘The Fight Continues’ reflects the multitude of battles we’ve been fighting as a country and as a city.

Each June people come together to celebrate Pride. The month-long celebration calls for increased visibility along with the social and self acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. Pride also recognizes the accomplishments of the LGBTQ+ community. In addition, it memorializes the lives lost to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Lastly, it is a time that calls for advocacy on issues that directly affect LGBTQ+ persons.

Sustainability can be a complex topic. However, it’s an important issue to be educated in because it is the most appropriate response to climate change. With that being said, learning about sustainability and business doesn’t have to be hard. You can discover more just by opening your ears. Listening to podcasts can be a fun and informative way to gain a better understanding. Tune into these sustainability-focused podcasts for some quality discussions and a chance to expand your knowledge.