76+ Women-Owned Small Businesses To Support From A Distance
76+ Women-Owned Small Businesses To Support From A Distance, Women who leave the workforce after having children often go the entrepreneurial route when they’re ready to work again, rather than attempting to jump back on the corporate ladder.
Unfortunately that means they’re some of those getting hit the hardest as small businesses across the country close their brick and mortar stores as we shelter-in-place to protect against the spread of the novel coronavirus.
And all female business owners are at a disadvantage from the get go. While 45% of all small businesses are owned by women, female founders receive only 15% of venture capital funding according to research by All Raise, even though for every dollar raised they earn 78 cents on the dollar compared to 31 cents for men.
Most of these women are already working with slim margins with no outside financial help. A monthlong shutdown could literally shutter their businesses. That’s why I’ve created this list of women-owned small businesses that could really use support right about now. Whether you’re planning that first post-lockdown stunner outfit, getting gussied up for social media, or giving your home some extra love, there’s plenty here to fulfill all of your online shopping desires. Many are offering extra discounts and free shipping as well, so it’s a good time to shop.
This may seem like a long list, but it’s a small sample of the businesses across the country that are suffering. Also check out the businesses recommended at Intentionalist as well as the list curated by All Together Collective.
And if you’re not in the market for goods at the moment, consider buying gift certificates from your favorite sellers, share their posts and photos on your social networks, sign up for their newsletters, and write reviews—or simply shoot them a supportive DM. No gesture will go unappreciated.
Beauty and Wellness
Get free shipping with code TOGETHER at this beauty and wellness shop that was forced to close its doors in Novato, California. The company is donating 10% of its sales back to its team.
This skincare brand was created by and for women with sensitive skin. Drifter oils and butters are the perfect treat for your face and body while you hunker down.
Menopause plus lockdown is a miserable combo. Check out Evernow’s free trial to help get symptoms under control with a tailored-for-you treatment plan.
Get 40% off all orders (yep you read that right) from this botanical fragrance and beauty brand until March 22, and get free shipping on orders $75 or more.
Take a virtual vacay to Hawaii with a free digital dance class, or purchase a gift certificate when you can finally enjoy an in-person dance class again.
You can’t currently book a luxurious facial at this San Francisco spa, but you can buy their gorgeous oils and serums, or order a gift certificate.
Use code STAYCALM free shipping on Erin Dempsey’s plant-based oils, lotions and aromatherapy, including the CBD variety. Don’t miss her 70% alcohol aloe hand sanitizer.
An online resource for the self-care we all desperately need right now.
These 100% natural lotion and soap bars were created by two young sisters ages 10 and 13 in California—just bars, no bottles! Soap is something we can all use more of right now—and lotion to replenish our scrubbed skin. And while stores may be out of dish and other types of soap, they have plenty of inventory.
