Social Responsibility

GoodWeave International CEO Nina Smith receives Tufts University Alumni Award for Active Citizenship and Public Service

Nina Smith, the founding CEO of GoodWeave International, was recently named a recipient of the i2020 Tufts University Alumni Award for Active Citizenship and Public Service, which celebrates contributions to improving the lives of others

ABC Carpet Announces Partnership with Label STEP

The new partnership with the NYC iconic retailer is the first major retail partnership with Label STEP, an organization committed to supporting carpet weavers and workers.

Feizy Donates $25,000 to Feed My Starving Children This Holiday Season

Feizy has chosen Feed My Starving Children, a non-profit that provides nutritious meals to starving children around the world, as the recipient of its annual charitable holiday gift.

Kabul Carpet Export Center Hosts Virtual Afghan Rug Trade Show

The KCEC aid program, designed to create jobs in Afghanistan for carpet weavers, is showcasing its latest hand-made area rugs in a virtual event on Tuesday, Nov. 17.

​Spanish Designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada Joins Forces with ​Lorena Canals for Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and Spanish designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada collaborates with Lorena Canals to create a special area rug that donates a portion of proceeds to that cause.

Tamarian Joins Label STEP as Licensed Partner

The rug maker says it is committed to the non-profit’s mission to improve working and living conditions for weavers and workers to effect change.

Annual HOM Open Takes on a New Look for a Socially Safe Tournament

Thanks to vendors' support the 2020 HOM Open Golf Tournament raises over $150,000 for Minnesota Adult Teen Challenge and other community causes.

"Countdown to Retail Excellence Awards" Webinar Features Adam Glassman of O, The Oprah Magazine

A Gift for Life honoree, Glassman appears on August 4 with a behind the senses look at Oprah's "Favorite Things" selection process. Related Text-to-Donate Campaign Helps Women Impacted by HIV/AIDS

LR Resources Donates Face Masks to Dalton Medical Unit

LR Resources has donated nearly 400 KN95 face masks for use by medical professionals at the Dalton-based Crisis Stabilization Unit.

Mohawk Donates Face Shields to Local Law First Responders

Now producing face shields for local law enforcement and first responders.

GoodWeave launches Covid-19 Child and Worker Protection Fund

To deliver immediate humanitarian aid and services to vulnerable populations.

Natco's Dalton Team Steps Up to Produce Medical Gowns

IKEA grants $28m to Protect the Health and Livelihoods of Communities, Co-workers, Suppliers Impacted by Covid-19

Mohawk Industries Redeploys Resources to Create Medical Gowns, PPE

Mohawk Industries and Fabric Sources International (FSI) are combining resources to address urgent medical supply needs at during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Jaipur Living Celebrates Its Women Weavers on International Women's Day

Recognizing its female artisan weavers, who create most of the company's hand-crafted rugs.

Nourison Launches 40 Acts of Kindness Initiative

Afghan Artisan Rug Makers Host Pop-up in New York

Ten Afghan rug makers head to the Metropolitan Pavilion to showcase their hand-crafted designs at a special three day event.