Project Overview
Clean Ingredients. Clean Conscience. This initiative isn’t just about producing hand soaps, body lotions, and other personal care items; it is a mission to make a difference. The project’s origins trace back to a time when millions of children were succumbing to water-related illnesses – a stark reminder of the power of something as everyday as hand washing. With a simple yet revolutionary idea of creating soap that can also save lives, the project has grown into a model where every purchase links directly to life-changing impact. A broad range of products is offered, including Hand In Hand Hand Soap, Foaming Hand Soap, Body Lotion, Body Wash, Bar Soap, Sugar Scrub, Combo Packs, Minis, Hair Care, Shave Cream, and even Candles. The organization also organizes its offerings by fragrance such as Cactus Blossom, Citrus Grove, Sea Salt, Island Mimosa, Rosemary Lemon, Lavender, Sweetgrass, Poppy, and Almond Crème. Each element of the project communicates a promise – that clean ingredients lead not only to a clean body but also to a clean conscience.
Key Benefits and Achievements
The project’s main benefit lies in its compelling, life-affirming mission, famously encapsulated in the phrase “BUY ONE. GIVE BACK.” Every product purchase triggers a donation of soap and clean water to children in need. The following timeline of key figures and facts underlines the organization’s path:
- 2011 – HAND IN HAND IS FOUNDED: Bill Glaab and Courtney Apple begin the mission to create a higher quality soap that also fights water-related deaths.
- 2012 – FIRST VISIT TO HAITI: A life-changing journey where the impact of the give-back model became evident, confirming the mission’s necessity.
- 2013 – CLEAN WATER PROGRAM: A milestone year marked by a new partnership with MY NEIGHBOR’S CHILDREN, installing and repairing wells to provide clean water.
- 2018 – EXPANSION TO CAMBODIA: Efforts expanded in collaboration with ECO SOAP BANK, by saving wasted hotel soaps and repurposing them to help impoverished communities.
- 2021 – MORE WELLS. MORE CLEAN WATER: The program advanced with the donation of sophisticated well-digging equipment leading to 80 new fresh water wells.
Product Variety and Clean Ingredients
A detailed selection is provided for customers who appreciate transparency when it comes to ingredients. The offerings are clearly structured into categories such as SHOP BY PRODUCT and SHOP BY FRAGRANCE. The former includes both practical items like Hand In Hand Hand Soap and Body Wash as well as indulgent treats like Candles and Sugar Scrub. Meanwhile, the SHOP BY FRAGRANCE section presents delightful aroma options – from the invigorating Citrus Grove to the soothing Lavender. This clear categorization highlights how every purchase is not just a transaction, but a commitment to quality and positive impact.
Mission Driven and Global Reach
The mission remains at the heart of the initiative. The project did not start merely as a business but as a solution to prevent needless suffering. “BUY ONE. GIVE BACK.” is more than a catchy phrase—it encapsulates years of dedication and real-world impact. A history of hands-on involvement in areas like Haiti and Cambodia anchors the project’s story in tangible, global contributions. By turning everyday personal care products into agents of change, the initiative demonstrates that good business can be responsible and transformational.
Impactful Partnerships and Programs
Partnerships are a crucial ingredient in making the project succeed. The clean water program, for example, relies on the joint efforts with organizations like MY NEIGHBOR’S CHILDREN in Haiti. This collaboration has resulted in installing and repairing wells that provide thousands of people with clean water daily. In Cambodia, the relationship with ECO SOAP BANK ensures that no good soap goes to waste, with repurposing efforts that help communities in immense need. Each of these programs has been executed with careful attention to maintaining high-quality ingredients, thoughtful packaging, and overall business decisions that keep people and the planet in mind.
Project Impact: Linked SDGs
- Good Health and Well-Being – By preventing water-related illnesses and promoting hygiene.
- Clean Water and Sanitation – Through building and repairing wells in affected communities.
- Responsible Consumption and Production – With a focus on quality ingredients and sustainable practices.
- Partnerships for the Goals – Leveraging collaborations that extend global reach and effectiveness.
- Reduced Inequalities – Offering essential resources to children and communities in need.
Looking Forward
SOAP IS POWER. AND HERE’S JUST THE BEGINNING… The future promises even greater strides in addressing global challenges. The efforts to provide clean water, high-quality personal care items, and the assurance that every purchase has a profound impact suggest that every action counts. By making intentional choices in both the ingredient sources and the methods of distribution, the project continues to illustrate that a small product, like a bar of soap or a bottle of lotion, can change lives. The narrative remains simple and honest – built on clean ingredients, a clean conscience, and a commitment to ensuring that life-saving resources reach those in dire need. With every product offered, the project underlines a powerful truth: when everyday items are produced responsibly, they carry within them the potential to catalyze real, lasting change across continents.
