How we’re doing our partFOR YOU,FOR THE COMMUNITY& FOR THE PLANET.
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A 365-days-a-year people-powered initiative dedicated to helping all teens feel their most confident, comfortable & capable. A 365-days-a-year people-powered initiative dedicated to helping all teens feel their most confident, comfortable & capable.
A 365-days-a-year people-powered initiative dedicated to helping all teens feel their most confident, comfortable & capable. A 365-days-a-year people-powered initiative dedicated to helping all teens feel their most confident, comfortable & capable.
ARE YOU AN ORGANIZATION CHAMPIONING CONFIDENCE IN TEENS & THEIR WORLD? The Hollister Confidence Fund provides grants to nonprofit groups & projects that advance the building of confidence and mental wellbeing of teens. Teen Mental Wellness can include but is not limited to, promoting preventative mental health practices and awareness, including stress management, and/or work to address mental illness that impact teens at scale. Sound like you? Check back later to apply. In the meantime: Grant Guidelines
ARE YOU AN ORGANIZATION CHAMPIONING CONFIDENCE IN TEENS & THEIR WORLD? The Hollister Confidence Fund provides grants to nonprofit groups & projects that advance the building of confidence and mental wellbeing of teens. Teen Mental Wellness can include but is not limited to, promoting preventative mental health practices and awareness, including stress management, and/or work to address mental illness that impact teens at scale. Sound like you? Check back later to apply. In the meantime: Grant Guidelines
MEET THIS YEAR’SGRANT WINNERS
Together,
with your help, we awarded over $1,000,000 in grants to a powerhouse crew
of organizations that champion confidence & wellness in teens.
Together, with your help, we awarded over $1,000,000 USD in grants to a powerhouse crew of US-based organizations that champion confidence & wellness in teens.
ARE YOU AN ORGANIZATION CHAMPIONING CONFIDENCE IN TEENS & THEIR WORLD? The Hollister Confidence Fund provides grants to nonprofit groups & projects that advance the building of confidence and mental wellbeing of teens. Teen Mental Wellness can include but is not limited to, promoting preventative mental health practices and awareness, including stress management, and/or work to address mental illness that impact teens at scale. Sound like you? Check back later to apply. In the meantime: Grant Guidelines
ARE YOU AN ORGANIZATION CHAMPIONING CONFIDENCE IN TEENS & THEIR WORLD? The Hollister Confidence Fund provides grants to nonprofit groups & projects that advance the building of confidence and mental wellbeing of teens. Teen Mental Wellness can include but is not limited to, promoting preventative mental health practices and awareness, including stress management, and/or work to address mental illness that impact teens at scale. Sound like you? Check back later to apply. In the meantime: Grant Guidelines
IN 2020 WE FOUNDED THE FIRST-EVER There's a reason your phone always needs to be recharged. This day's like a mental wellness power boost for your soul.
CELEBRATE WITH US EVERY YEAR ON MARCH 2ND
CELEBRATE WITH US EVERY YEAR ON 2ND MARCH
& share how you're recharging with #WorldTeenMentalWellnessDay.
FOR THE COMMUNITYDIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSIONDIVERSITY,EQUITY & INCLUSION
We can’t help teens feel their most confident, comfortable & capable until everyone has an equitable
future & the freedom to be their authentic self. Period. So we’re making moves, both internally &
alongside organizations making measurable change in the world.
UNLOCKINGOPPORTUNITY WITH
In 2020, we committed our long-term partnership to the Academy Group & have
donated over $1,500,000 to date, with your help. Together, we’ll provide
academic support, mentoring & work experience to youth from the most resilient
communities across the U.S.
Meet The Academy Group
CREATINGLGBTQ-INCLUSIVE SCHOOLENVIRONMENTS WITH
We first teamed up with GLSEN in 2017. Since then, with your help, we’ve raised
over $4,500,000
to
help make K-12 schools safe & affirming for all, regardless of sexual
orientation,
gender identity or expression. We believe in this mission Pride month & every
month.
Our Global Home Office committed $50,000 to the United Negro College
Fund
(UNCF) in continued support of their mission.
Created a Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Department to hold our
organization accountable at every step.
Formed associate resource groups, creating space for underrepresented
members of our community & ensuring their voices are heard.
Accelerated strategies to recruit, retain & engage diverse talent in our
Home Offices globally.
Expanded learning resources & opportunities for collective action to
keep
associates engaged in making change.
EVERY DAY, FOREVER,WITHOUT QUESTION:BLACK LIVES MATTER.
MORE THAN JUST CLOTHESWe remain
committed to using our platform to make sure all people are seen, heard &
represented. Our associate resource groups (ARG) create spaces for
associates who represent diverse communities, ensuring their voices are
heard in everything we do.Every year, we
partner with our BIPOC & Pride ARGs to lead the creation & decision making
for our Black History & Pride Collections. Each collection is thoughtfully
designed to celebrate, elevate & empower the unique experiences,
perspectives & ideas of our diverse team.
Please don’t hesitate to directly message us on
Instagram
or email us with any questions,
comments or concerns.
We’re here for you.
FOR THE PLANETPROGRESS OVER PERFECTIONShowing
the Earth love is a forever thing at Hollister. See how we’re makingprogress for the planet & how
you can help.Showing
the Earth love is a forever thing at Hollister.See how we’re making progress
for the planet & howyou can help.
a letter from our ceo
A&F Co. has been a participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) since
2019. As part of our participation, we
publicly committed to the UNGC’s Ten Principles in the areas of human rights, labor,
environment & anti-corruption to
make its principles part of the strategy, culture & day-to-day operations of our
company & to engage in collaborative
projects that will help advance the broader development goals of the United Nations.
Overall, our sustainability policies support our commitment to global human & labor
rights, as well as ensuring that our
products are only made in safe & responsible facilities & continually reducing the
environmental impact of our global
business. Additionally, A&F Co. has zero tolerance for corruption.
While we know there is no finish line to these efforts, I am pleased with the
accomplishments over the past year in our
key areas of focus & we are encouraged by the strong response from our 40,000+
global associates & our supply chain
business partners regarding our efforts throughout 2021. We look forward to
continuing this work & reporting on our 2022
progress.
Always Forward,Fran Horowitz, CEO
HOW WE’RE REDUCINGOUR FASHION FOOTPRINT
In 2019, we made a promise to reduce water usage in denim production & source materials with sustainable fibers (& we kept it).
We’re using less water in denim production.
So far, we’ve reduced the amount of water we use across our total denim production by 30% (we're talking over 87,500,000
gallons of water saved).
We’re using more sustainably sourced materials.
Landfills are trashy. That’s why we’re working to keep polyester out of them. By 2025, we strive to source 25% recycled
polyester. (We already use it to fill our puffers & parkas.)
We’re using more sustainably sourced materials.
By 2025, we strive to source 25% recycled polyester. (We already use it to fill our puffers & parkas.)
We’re bettering cotton farming practices globally.
Better Cotton’s mission is to help cotton communities survive & thrive, while protecting & restoring the environment.
We’re committed to sourcing 25% of our cotton as Better Cotton by 2025.*
*Better Cotton is sourced via a system of mass balance & is not physically traceable to end products.
We’re using responsibly sourced materials.
DONE:
Since 2020, we’ve used 100% Responsible Down in all your favorite jackets & coats, a goal we accomplished 5 years early.
ONE DOWN, TWO TO GO:
We’re still working on it, but by 2025 we plan to only use 100% Responsible Wool & source 50% of our viscose (MMCF) as
innovative viscose through diligent supply chain tracking.
Cleaning out your closet?
Send what doesn’t make the “keep pile” to our friends at thredUP. It’ll keep clothes from piling up in landfills & earn you a Hollister shopping credit.
*Recycling may not be available in your area. Check with your local recycling provider for more information.
SUSTAINABILITY ATOUR HOME OFFICE
Our associates are freakishly passionate about the planet.
You won’t find trash cans overflowing with single-use plastic straws in our cafeteria, but you will find a ton of
freshly planted trees, meeting technology that heavily reduces paper use & empty rooms with the lights turned off. Have
we mentioned we’re recycling machines? We strive to make sure cardboard, e-waste, fabric & denim scraps go in that blue
bin.
Our associates are freakishlypassionate about the planet.
You won’t find trash cans overflowing with single-use plastic straws in our cafeteria, but you will find a ton of
freshly planted trees, meeting technology that heavily reduces paper use & empty rooms with the lights turned off. Have
we mentioned we’re recycling machines? We strive to make sure cardboard, e-waste, fabric & denim scraps go in that blue
bin.
The goal is to cut global home office waste in half by 2025 & we take goals very seriously around here.
FAQs
Q:HOW CAN I DONATE TO THE HOLLISTER CONFIDENCE PROJECT?A:This is the best question we’ve heard all day. Your interest & support gives us chills (the good kind). Here’s a few ways you can donate: 1) Look for opportunities throughout the year to round up your purchase at any Hollister store in the US or online at HollisterCo.com. 2) Look out for exclusive product drops with a portion of sales benefitting The Hollister Confidence Project.
Q: I LIVE OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES. CAN I STILL DONATE OR SUPPORT YOUR EFFORTS?A:Unfortunately, roundups, donations and a portion of select product sales will only be collected in the US.
Q:HOW DO I KNOW MY CONTRIBUTION IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE?A:When it comes to making a positive impact on the lives of teens…we care big time. That’s why we make sure your donation only goes to organizations that are well-equipped and out there making big moves. Before we agree to support an organization through the Hollister Confidence Fund, we make sure it is vetted and approved by a powerhouse board of thought-leaders, expert advisors and, most importantly, real teens. We want you to take pride in the good that you do.
Q:WHAT KINDS OF CAUSES DOES THE HOLLISTER CONFIDENCE PROJECT BENEFIT?A:We started the Hollister Confidence Project to champion confidence and wellness in teens worldwide. Donations go to organizations that support that mission. This includes causes like mental health awareness and preventative practices, equitable opportunity for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, safety and inclusion for LGBTQ+ youth, anti-bullying efforts and sustainability. The Hollister Confidence Fund, a project at the Hopewell Fund 501 (c)(3), will be accepting grant applications from nonprofit groups or projects that align with our mission.
Q:WHAT IS THE HOLLISTER CONFIDENCE FUND?A:The Hollister Confidence Fund, a project at the Hopewell Fund, is an initiative dedicated to promoting confidence and mental wellness in teens worldwide. The Hopewell Fund is a 501(c)(3) public charity that specializes in helping donors, social entrepreneurs, and other changemakers launch innovative projects. Does that sound like you? Apply to receive a grant from The Hollister Confidence Fund today!
Q:WHAT TOPICS WILL THE HOLLISTER CONFIDENCE FUND BE ADDRESSING?A:The Hopewell Fund works with leading experts, including real teens, to help identify the causes that The Hollister Confidence Fund supports, focusing on efforts that improve confidence and inclusion in teens worldwide. This includes causes like mental health awareness and preventative practices, equitable opportunity for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, safety and inclusion for LGBTQ+ youth, anti-bullying efforts and sustainability. The Hollister Confidence Fund does not support groups aligned with or driven by any one political party, cause or organization, or organizations supporting or aligned with religious or faith-based missions. Click here to learn more about our grant guidelines and application process.
Q:HOW CAN I APPLY FOR A GRANT FROM THE HOLLISTER CONFIDENCE FUND?A:Are you part of a nonprofit group or project based anywhere in this big beautiful world that addresses confidence and mental wellness in teens with a focus in one of these areas?: Mental health awareness and preventative practices, equitable opportunity for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, safety and inclusion for LGBTQ+ youth, anti-bullying efforts and sustainability. If the answer is yes, click here to check the application guidelines and apply for funding.
Q:HOW DOES THE DECISION PROCESS WORK FOR HOLLISTER CONFIDENCE FUND GRANT APPLICANTS?A: Proposals for organizations or special projects that adhere to our grant guidelines will be reviewed and vetted by a professional advisory board. The Hollister Confidence Fund advisory board is made up of a diverse group of thought-leaders, experts, and most importantly, real teens, to ensure that all funding decisions are fair and informed.
I pledge to:
Stop myself from being my own biggest roadblock.
#HollisterConfidenceProject
*Donations will support the Hollister Confidence Fund, a program within the Hopewell Fund, a 501(c)(3) charity that supports individuals & nonprofits working to strengthen confidence and mental wellness in teens. Learn more at HopewellFund.org.
Grant Winner Modal
Producing mental health programs to empower transgender or genderdiverse youth & youth affected by HIV or AIDS.
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Awarding transgender teen writers the opportunity to develop their narrative voices in a college-level course.
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Providing BIPOC & low-income youth with opportunities to build leadership skills & social emotional capacities through art internships.
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Providing a safe space for BIPOC teens to grow & gain confidence while experiencing hands-on environmental education.
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Driving academic & life success programs for low-income high school students.
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Creating communities for women to feel safe to explore, to be themselves, to achieve their full potential & to create ground-up people-driven systems of change.
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Committing to saving lives of trans youth by raising visibility of adult trans men & transmasculine individuals & their stories.
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Helping young people process loss, fear & trauma & generate self-worth & resilience through mindfulness.
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Improving mental health & eradicating stigma in Latin American & Caribbean youth through community & preventative approaches.
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Removing the stigma around mental health through inclusive & supportive spaces & workshops.
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Servicing LGBTQ+ youth with healthcare, social services, housing, education & employment programs.
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The leading provider of adolescent peer-to-peer mental health programming in the DC Metro Area.
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Strengthening the emotional, social, & cognitive skills of some of NYC’s most resilient teens growing up in poverty.
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Addressing the needs of students experiencing homelessness through mental health, social-emotional & academic support.
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Focusing efforts to develop agency, confidence & self-efficacy in teens through leadership opportunities.
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Providing mentorship & support to fatherless young men in New Orleans.
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Teaching critical life skills to teens experiencing homelessness to level the playing field with housed peers.
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Empowering teens to share their story of recovery to reduce the mental health stigma & improve well-being.
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Influencing middle & high school students to live above the influence of drugs through after school programs.
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Enabling children to overcome obstacles, focus on their education, & succeed in school through workshops & mentorship.
Donation Details
*Donations will support the Hollister Confidence Fund, a program within the Hopewell Fund, a 501(c)(3) charity that supports individuals & nonprofits working to strengthen confidence and mental wellness in teens. Learn more at HopewellFund.org.
There's a reason your phone always needs to be recharged.
This day's like a mental wellness power boost for your soul.
PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION
Showing
the Earth love is a forever thing at Hollister. See how we’re making
progress for the planet & how
you can help.
Showing
the Earth love is a forever thing at Hollister.
See how we’re making progress
for the planet & how
you can help.
