The “B Strong” hat by Forty Seven Brand.
By Kim Kalunian, WPRO Arts and Entertainment
“Boston Strong” was the phrase that emerged from the bombings and several companies are putting that logo onto products to help raise money for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15. Here’s a list of products you can purcahse to help raise money for those injured, as well as their loved ones:
A Rhode Island company is showing their love for Beantown by putting “Boston Strong” on bracelets. The bracelets sell for $10 and $1 from each sale will go directly to The One Fund, the fund set up by Boston Mayor Tom Menino and Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick. According to their site, as of April 25 they had raised $6,000 for The One Fund. They hope to raise $25,000. Click here to buy your own “Boston Strong” bracelet, and support a local business and the bombing victims at the same time.
Yankee Candle is jumping on board with the “Boston Strong” slogan, putting out a new scented candle bearing the same name. Proceeds from sales of the candle will also go to The One Fund. The scent is described as “a heartwarming blend of cinnamon, baking spices and a hint of freshly poured tea.” The candles are $27.99 and can be pre-ordered here.
Forty Seven Brand has introduced “B Strong” baseball caps to benefit the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. Each cap is $20 and proceeds will be donated to The One Fund. Hats will ship as early as May 6, and can be pre-ordered here.
As of the time this was published, there are still a few hours to bid on the autographed RedSox jerseys that read “Boston” on the front. The team wore the jerseys during games on April 20 and 21 at Fenway Park. Proceeds will benefit the One Fund. If you’re looking to donate a big chunk of change and get a cool piece of memorabilia, this one’s for you. Click here to bid. Bidding ends at 7 p.m. April 26.
Here’s a tasty one: On Monday, Honey Dew Donuts locations will donate 10-percent of their sales to The One Fund. A list of participating locations has not been released, but a representative from Honey Dew said on their Facebook page that the majority of their stores would participate in the fundraising campaign.
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Kim Kalunian
