As a small organisation, donating to charities both big and small, is a part of our core values. Despite our size, we recognise the importance of giving back to the community and supporting causes that align with our beliefs.
We hope to have somewhat of an impact on the lives of individuals and communities in need. We thrive to be part of something larger than just ourselves, contributing to positive change on a worldwide scale.
Here are some Charities/Organisations close to our hearts:
The Gill Harler Fund raises awareness of the symptoms of Ovarian Cancer. Their aim is to increase a woman’s chances of an early diagnosis and enhanced treatment outcomes. The Gill Harler Fund offer a ‘handbag’ awareness card, which can be found here: https://gillharlerfund.org/request-awareness-pack/. Pinkfishes have sent out 2,000 awareness cards in orders in September 2024.
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Co-Founder, Tina Bulley, & Marketing Assistant, Hattie Hall, travelled to Uganda in February 2024 to volunteer at the One Love Project School in Uganda, which is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing vulnerable children with a safe space to grow, long-term opportunities, education and boarding.
Their trip included, helping build a play area for the children, decorating the special needs area of the school, teaching the children, sorting through hundreds of donations for the children, teachers and members of the community, going into the community to hand out donations. A truly life-changing trip.
Emma McCarthy, Marketing Director at Pinkfishes, swam 8k to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity as every day, around 750 seriously ill children and young people from across the UK are seen at GOSH.
Every day, doctors and nurses battle the most complex illnesses, and the brightest minds come together to achieve pioneering medical breakthroughs.
It depends heavily on charitable support and has been fighting for seriously ill children for almost two centuries.
MindOut is a mental health service run by and for the community of LGBTQ+.
They work to improve the mental health and wellbeing of all LGBTQ communities and to make mental health a community concern.
To show our love & support during Pride Month, 20% of any coloured lash trays went directly to MindOut.
Mind Charity are a leading mental health organisation dedicated to providing resources and support to people struggling with their mental health. Mind work towards raising awareness and reducing the stigma around mental health.
By adding a pair of our ‘So Blue-tiful’ Strip Lashes to your order, all profits were donated to the amazing Mind Organisation.
The British Red Cross is a humanitarian organisation that operates globally, providing vital support to people in crisis, responding to emergencies, conflicts, and disasters, both in the UK and internationally. The British Red Cross offers a wide range of services and their dedicated volunteers play a crucial role in delivering assistance to those in need.
By adding a pair of our ‘Roses Are Red’ Strip Lashes to your order, all profits were donated to the amazing British Red Cross Organisation.
The British Red Cross are part of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), which unites 15 member charities who are experts in humanitarian aid and specialists in different areas of disaster response.
During the Turkish Earthquakes Pinkfishes donated 10% of all sales from our Adhesives and Liquids to the British Red Cross.
The Pink Ribbon Foundation is a UK charity dedicated to supporting those affected by breast cancer.
Their focus includes funding research, education, and support services, aiming to make a positive impact in the breast cancer community and improve the lives of those undergoing treatment and recovery.
By adding a pair of our ‘Princess In Pink’ Strip Lashes to your order, all profits were donated to the amazing Pink Ribbon Foundation.
Oxfam is a global movement dedicated to eradicating poverty and promoting social justice. Oxfam operates in over 90 countries, addressing issues like hunger, clean water, healthcare, education, and economic opportunities. They employ practical solutions and advocacy to tackle root causes and actively engage in emergency response efforts.
By adding a pair of our ‘Eyes Of Green’ Strip Lashes to your order, all profits were donated to the amazing Oxfam Organisation.
Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK, with a mission to ensure that every dog lives a happy, healthy life in a loving home.
Dogs Trust works to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome abandoned and stray dogs across the country. Providing a safe haven for dogs in need and offering them necessary medical care, training, and affection.
By adding a pair of our ‘It’s All Yellow’ Strip Lashes to your order, all profits were donated to the amazing Dogs Trust Charity.
Thomas Cook is a company close to Annie, Pinkfishes Co-Founder’s heart having worked for British Airways for many years prior to starting Pinkfishes, after the huge let go of employees at Thomas Cook, Pinkfishes offered five free Lash Courses for ex Thomas Cook employees so they could get some help starting a new career.
