CARE IS IN OUR NAME — AND AT THE HEART OF WHO WE ARE

CHARLES RIVER CARES

Since 1983, we’ve believed that good
business and doing good belong together.

Charles River Cares is our promise to give back to our communities, our people, and our planet. Every product we make and every partnership we form is guided by purpose. Being part of your story means standing for something bigger than ourselves.

It’s a commitment that runs deeper than words — one that reflects who we are as a third-generation, family-owned company. From the products we craft to the partnerships we build, caring is part of our daily rhythm.

Our approach

Sustainability

We design for tomorrow by making thoughtful choices today. From using recycled materials to reducing waste, we’re always finding better ways to create with care.

give back

We believe in showing up for the communities that shape us. Through volunteer work, donations, and local initiatives, we proudly support causes that make life better for others.

responsibility

We’re accountable to the people who wear our apparel — and to those who help make it. Fair practices, respect, and care guide every step of our process.

HOW WE GIVE

Giving isn't a campaign, it's how we work.

  • Since 2020, we’ve donated over 130,000 pieces of apparel to charitable organizations across the country.   
  • Through the People Pillar of our
    Sustainability Committee, we make time for volunteerism, growth, and employee-led projects that carry our culture of care beyond our walls.  
  • We support our team with paid volunteer time, donation matching, and local partnerships that help us give back close to home.
  • Through sustainable design, every new product we create now includes recycled fabrics and sustainable materials, built to last and made responsibly.
  • And by partnering with UPS carbon neutral, we help reduce the environmental impact of every order we ship.

Together, we’re building something that lasts — a ripple of good that starts here and spreads far beyond the river.

CHARLES RIVER CARES IN ACTION

Caring is more than words. It is action. Whether we are packing school supplies, supporting clean water projects, or lending a hand to local shelters, we are always looking for ways to make a meaningful difference. Together with our employees, customers, and partners, we are building a culture of giving that lasts.

OUR PARTNERS

We cannot do this work alone. We are proud to partner with organizations like Charles River Watershed Association, Pets & People Foundation, Circle of Hope, and many more. Together, we create meaningful change where it’s needed most.

Pan-Mass Challenge

For over 20 years, Charles River Senior Advisor and longtime rider Barry Lipsett has proudly participated in the Pan-Mass Challenge, raising over $136,000 to support cancer research and care. Building on that legacy, in 2025 we joined as an official partner and sponsor of both the Pan-Mass Challenge and PMC Unpaved, continuing our shared commitment to this inspiring community and the fight against cancer.

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Charles River Watershed Association

Since 2021, we’ve partnered with the Charles River Watershed Association to protect and restore the river that inspires our name. Each year, our team comes together for the annual Earth Day Cleanup, and we’re proud to contribute funds and volunteer hours to support CRWA’s ongoing work in safeguarding clean water and healthy ecosystems for generations to come.

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Circle Of Hope

For more than 15 years, we’ve been honored to support Circle of Hope through clothing and financial donations, helping provide essential items to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Since 2010, we’ve donated more than $500,000 worth of apparel, helping ensure comfort and dignity for those in need throughout our community.

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BE PART OF THE DIFFERENCE

When you choose Charles River, you’re helping shape a more
thoughtful future — one defined by integrity and care.

Your purchase supports real people, meaningful partnerships,
and the places we all call home.