Minnesota Give Back: Pennant Style
BY EMMA GEARY - DECEMBER 28 2021
All photos by Coppersmith Photography
It's the season of giving, and our team is coming off of a Hydda-Way high. We had so much fun telling the stories of over thirty local brands in our cabin at The Northern Express, and we want to keep the local goodness going with an exciting opportunity to give back.
One of the most-asked questions we received in our cabin was, "Are these pennants for sale?" We had these custom-made for the event by a friend of our team, (special thanks to @thrifty_sewing!) so these beauties are one-of-a-kind and not available at any retail locations. We created these to highlight the five pillars of Lykke that were the driving forces behind each of the vignettes in our cabin. But now that our time at the Hydda-Way is passed, we're ready to share these adorable custom pieces with our community!
So in short, YES! We are selling these beloved pennants with a unique idea to give back to local nonprofits. By purchasing a pennant you will be supporting a local organization that we have selected that complements the intention of the banners - 100% of what you pay will be donated to that organization. So not only do you get an adorable banner, but you are supporting a local organization in doing so!
How it works: we'll be selling these pennants on Instagram starting at 12 pm CST on 12/29 for $200 per pennant. The money from each sale will be directly donated by LAB on your behalf to the mentioned local nonprofit organization. Read about the incredible charities we're supporting with each pennant below.
The fine print: Each pennant measures 3ft wide by 5ft long, and is made of craft felt. The letters and borders are stitched on. The include a wooden dowel for easy hanging. They will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis, send us a DM on Instagram with your Pennant choice, name, email and phone number. We will send you an email with a link to pay within 24 hours along with Pennant pickup coordination. Each pennant will be marked “sold” once purchased below.
GET OUTSIDE
Nonprofit Supported: Friends of The Boundary Waters Wilderness
In the spirit of being outside, we want to keep the great outdoors great. Since 1978, Friends of The Boundary Waters Wilderness is on a mission to protect, preserve and restore the wilderness character of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Quetico-Superior ecosystem.
They believe deeply (as do we!) in helping the next generation fall in love with the wilderness as a way to evoke change and preservation for years to come.
GET OUTSIDE pennant for sale for $200 via @labmpls Instagram on 12/29. DM us to purchase. 100% will go directly to this organization.
Donate directly to Friends of The Boundary Waters Wilderness here!
STAY TRUE
Nonprofit Supported: Constellation Fund
Staying true to our roots means supporting every corner of our community, which is precisely why we choose to support the Constellation Fund. This nonprofit works to eradicate poverty for over 650,000 Twin Cities residents (that's one in five people in our community!) through education, employment, health, and housing.
STAY TRUE pennant for sale for $200 via @labmpls Instagram on 12/29. DM us to purchase. 100% will go directly to this organization.
BALANCE
Nonprofit Supported: National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota
One of the most integral parts of living a balanced life is having access to mental health resources, which is why we are proud to support NAMI Minnesota. Since the 1980s, they have worked to promote the development of community mental health programs and services and improve access to therapeutic and recovery services.
BALANCE pennant for sale for $200 via Instagram on 12/29. DM us to purchase. 100% will go directly to this organization.
GATHER
Nonprofit Supported: Groveland Emergency Food Shelf
Gathering to share a meal together around the holidays is an enormous privilege, and we want to ensure every family in our community can live without food insecurity. Groveland Emergency Food Shelf is just one of the local resources providing regular nutrition for over 5000 clients every month.
GATHER pennant for sale for $200 via @labmpls Instagram on 12/29. DM us to purchase. 100% of will go directly to this organization.
BE KIND
Nonprofit Supported: HandsOn Twin Cities
Kindness is free: spread it everywhere. HandsOn Twin Cities connect nonprofits, volunteers, and companies to provide a high impact in our community. They work to match locals with a volunteer opportunity that matches their skills and passions so that kindness can be spread throughout the Twin Cities.
BE KIND pennant for sale for $200 via @labmpls Instagram on 12/29. DM us to purchase. 100% will go directly to this organization.
Donate directly to Hands On Twin Cities here!
With your purchase of a pennant, LAB will make a $200 donation in your name to the respective nonprofit. Thank you for helping us give back to just a few of the numerous organizations that make our state one of the most philanthropic in the country, and help create a nurturing and welcoming community for all Minnesotans. Cheers!
Emma Geary
Emma is a writer living in Minneapolis. When she's not checking out a new brewery with friends or blasting Taylor Swift in her car, you can find her dreaming up ideas as the Brand + Editorial Manager at LAB.
