BEAN of Brooklyn makes understated headwear for children and big kids, including cotton beanies and slouchies made in the USA. Founded around the idea that children should be their own billboard rather than advertisements for brands, the company uses premium, ethically sourced materials and donates 26.3% of net profits to charities supporting childhood development and inclusion.
BabyVision IncFrom its 100,000-square-foot Hudson Valley facility in Poughkeepsie, BabyVision Inc. designs and sells baby and toddler apparel and care accessories through a portfolio of brands. The company says its products reach well over 100 countries, with an emphasis on safe, affordable baby care, premium fabrics and continually refreshed artwork. BabyVision also highlights its community-minded workplace, including hiring people with developmental disabilities.POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
The Nesting CompanyFounded in Brooklyn in 2020, The Nesting Company designs and manufactures bedding and other home products, including quilt and comforter sets. Its collections pair practical, machine-washable materials with patterns such as herringbone quilting, seersucker stripes, and pinch pleats. The company also donates to organizations including Habitat for Humanity New York City.NEW YORK CITY, NY
The Happy Hues CompanyFounded by mother of three Eunique Jones Gibson, The Happy Hues Company makes baby essentials designed to give little ones comfort and a stronger sense of representation. Its diapers, training pants and wipes pair gentle, skin-conscious materials with culturally rich, affirming designs inspired by Gibson’s realization that her daughter could not see herself reflected in training pants. The Black-owned company donates 5% of its net proceeds to organizations serving underserved youth.
Operation Warm, IncFounded in 1998 after Dick Sanford saw children waiting for a school bus without coats on a freezing day, Operation Warm is a national nonprofit built around the belief that new clothing can restore a child’s confidence as well as provide basic protection. Incorporated as a 501(c)(3) in 2002, it works through community partners to place brand-new coats and shoes with children facing poverty, serving more than 7 million children to date.315250GLEN MILLS, PA