Earth Goods General Store

1% for the Planet

As a member of the Salt Lake and global communities, we recognize our responsibility to contribute to organizations who are taking direct action to protect the natural environment. Similarly, we are committed to supporting groups who work toward equitable, fair, and healthy industries around the world. Each year, we contribute at least 1% of our net proceeds to non-profit organizations that are truly effecting positive change.

Co-op America

Co-op America is a not-for-profit membership organization comprised of “Green Businesses” around the country. They have a variety of programs to promote sustainable economies, they host several Green Festivals in major cities each year, and they publish several valuable resource tools including the National Green Pages.

Local First Utah

Our customers, who value sustainability, have informed us that support of local businesses and producers is the number one consideration when they make their buying decisions. We choose local goods over comparable products produced elsewhere whenever possible. In addition, we welcome local craftspeople who may have limited options for showing and selling their work. Buying Local First means that consumers and businesses are sustaining a healthy and vibrant economy right in their own community. Local products typically are of superior quality to mass-produced goods. Another benefit of Local First is that it reduces the impacts of shipping goods over long distances. Buy Local First — it’s good for you, your neighbors, and the environment.

ReDirect Guide

With sustainable living directories for Portland/Vancouver, Denver/Boulder/Fort Collins, and Salt Lake City/Park City, the ReDirect has become a mainstay resource for finding local businesses that practice and provide sustainable options. ReDirect is the first place we look for our business and personal needs.

Vest Pocket Business Coalition

Vest Pocket Business Coalition is made up of independently owned companies that exist in neighborhoods throughout the city. These small stores, offices, and restaurants are owned by members of the community and who recognize their unique place within that community. The coalition represents locally owned businesses to government agencies, provides community awareness about the value of supporting local business, and also serves as a business-to-business network of support.