Philanthropist Briefcase.
We believe humanity has a common thread — a common hope for unity, freedom, and sustainability. Apolis creates opportunities for developing economies by connecting them to the global marketplace through seasonal stories and products.
Autumn 2009.Apolis Activism is a platform for a network of global citizens empowering people through opportunity instead of charity.
Jinja, Uganda. Since the 1970’s Uganda’s cotton exports decreased due to the civil war in northern Uganda. In 2009, the non–profit Invisible Children started a cotton initiative to help rebuild this industry and create opportunity for the whole supply chain — farmer to manufacturer. 
Ben Thomson, VP International Development, Invisible Children. “Apolis is on the forefront of an era of new philanthropy by integrating sustainable development into their supply chain and bringing a whole new meaning to corporate social responsibility.”
Seattle, Washington. One hundred years ago C.C. Filson Company began producing gear for miners. Later the iconic American brand has set a standard for craftsmanship with heritage hardware and finishing passed down from generation to generation. 
Amy Terai, Marketing Manager, C.C. Filson Company. “We respect what Apolis stands for and are excited to bring customers more value to their purchase. We like how Apolis touches on a bigger social level.”
Los Angeles, California. The Parton brothers started Apolis Activism in Santa Barbara, California by connecting commerce to sustainable development. In 2007 they moved to a 900 sq. ft. design space in the arts district of downtown Los Angeles.
Shea Parton, Brand Director, Apolis Activism. “Our goal with the Philanthropist Briefcase is to connect the hands that make a product to the hands that wear the product.”
Madison, Wisconsin. Ryan Huber, Sam Parker and his brother Ben opened Context Clothing. A men’s specialty store in the center of Wisconsin’s capital, Madison. Merchandised with today’s best menswear in a 780 sq. ft. space.
Ryan Huber, Proprietor, Context Clothing. “Our customers want to know where, how, and who is making their garments. The Apolis vision fits firmly within our focus.”
