The mission of The Buy Less Project is to advocate for mindful consumerism by encouraging individuals to make thoughtful, sustainable fashion choices. We aim to reduce the environmental and social impacts of fast fashion by promoting a culture of buying less, buying better, and embracing a more sustainable approach to clothing consumption. Our mission includes putting funds towards cleaning the oceans and rivers through other non-profits. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, we strive to empower individuals to make informed decisions that benefit both people and the planet. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for fashion and contribute to a healthier planet.
WAYS TO SUPPORT THE BUY LESS PROJECT
DONATE PRODUCT
Donating your gently used designer and vintage clothing, accessories and home decor is easy and tax-deductible. Click here to learn about our product donation process and support our mission.
DONATE MONEY
As money is donated to follow our mission, it directly supports these efforts, helping us to advocate for change, drive impactful environmental initiatives, and run our operations effectively. Click here to donate money and support our mission.
SHOP AT OUR THRIFT STORE
Support our cause by shopping at our online thrift store on eBay. Each purchase helps fund our mission while offering you unique, high-quality items at affordable prices. Click here to visit our eBay store, find your next sustainable fashion treasure, and contribute to a greener future.
SHOP AT OUR CHARITY PARTNERS' STORES
Click here to shop at our charity partner eBay stores and support sustainable fashion while contributing to a greater cause. A percentage of all sales from these stores is generously donated to our charity.
VISIT OUR POP-UP SHOPS
Our pop-up events allow you to explore and purchase our curated selection of designer and vintage clothing, accessories, and jewelry in person. We partner with art galleries, salons, retail stores, and other unique venues. By visiting our pop-up shops, you not only find one-of-a-kind fashion pieces but also support our mission to promote sustainable fashion and reduce the impact of fast fashion on the environmet. Keep an eye out for our next pop-up event in your area and join us in making a positive difference.
NON-PROFIT PARTNER ~ THE OCEAN CLEANUP
Every year, millions of tons of plastic enter the oceans, primarily from rivers. And the plastic that’s afloat within the oceans isn’t going away by itself. To effectively solve the problem, we need to both halt the trash flow from rivers, and remove legacy plastics from the oceans at the same time.
The Ocean Cleanup, a non-profit organization, is developing and scaling technologies to rid the world’s oceans of plastic. They aim to put themselves out of business once the oceans are clean.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
As a 501(c)3 non-profit entity, The Buy Less Project is governed by a Board of Directors. The Board is comprised of unpaid volunteers who oversee the strategic planning, budgeting, and finances. The Executive Director of The Buy Less Project reports directly to the Board and works closely with the Board in all strategic matters.
Amanda Linton
Chairperson
Angie Brogdon
Secretary
Pasqualine Parparian
Treasurer
Michelle Parparian
Member, Non-Voting, Founder + Executive Director