Proof that philanthropy is good for business

[David Oates]

We’ve always heard that giving back to the community is good for business. Well, here’s serious proof. Cali Bamboo has received no less than 10 local and national trade and business media coverage on their philanthropic actions as part of its affiliation for “1% for the Planet” organization. The hits were in key outlets that will not only bring new interest, but new customers.

Take a look as just some of the coverage, and consider doing the same for your clients or organization.

Floor Covering Weekly

Cali Bamboo donates $20,000 to Surfrider Foundation

Cali Bamboo has donated $20,000 to the Surfrider Foundation National Headquarters and their San Diego Chapter.

The company contributed $10,000 to national headquarters and $10,000 to the local chapter in support of their clean water initiatives that aim to protect our world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

“While we aim to achieve business success, it is just as important to make the planet a more environmentally friendly place and our contribution is a testament to this philosophy,” said Jeff Goldberg, CEO of Cali Bamboo. “Being in San Diego, the ocean is our backyard which makes the Surfrider Foundation an organization that our company is passio

WaterWorld

San Diego Coastkeeper reaches Watershed Monitoring goal with $14K donation from Cali Bamboo

The donation will help the non-profit organization enhance the physical condition of San Diego’s beaches, bays, watersheds and oceans as well as provide valuable public health benefits to residents and visitors.

“Not only is it our mission to do our part as a company to protect the environment, but a lot of our staff enjoy spending time at the beach; so contributing to a program that aims to improve our local waters was important to us,” said Jeff Goldberg, CEO of Cali Bamboo. “As we continue to provide products made from renewable resources, we applaud organizations like San Diego Coastkeeper that are helping to create a healthier planet as well.”