Products with purpose
Branded products should leave a lasting impression, just not on the environment or people who make them. Flywheel’s commitment to doing good is woven into the fabric of the company, its products and partnerships.
Flywheel Brands 2024 Impact Report
Making a positive impact and driving meaningful change is at the heart of Flywheel’s values. Our commitment extends beyond our core business, as we actively partner with a number of organizations each year to contribute both monetary gifts and in-kind donations. This reflects our dedication to supporting communities, advancing education, and promoting environmental sustainability.
Here’s what we achieved in 2024
Each year, we support education in underserved areas, helping to provide opportunities and resources where they are most needed. This year we gave to Beyond Boundaries Children's Foundation, supporting Mhotivo School in Honduras, which supports children from under-resourced backgrounds. Locally, we donated branded products to Hixson High School in Chattanooga to support various student programs.
Our commitment to sustainability also drives us to contribute to environmental conservation, working to preserve and protect the planet for future generations. This year we donated to One Tree Planted to help serve their reforestation and environmental efforts. We were also able to support the Environmental Solutions Group with a contribution of prizes for their company-wide picnic as well as tote bags for a pickleball tournament benefitting the MaryEllen Locher Foundation.
Supporting community events and organizations is also close to our hearts as it helps strengthen community bonds, fostering a spirit of unity and collective action. In 2024 we donated to the Chattanooga Food Bank; PromoCares (helping provide clean water through the Water 4 Good initiative); and gave assistance to Travis Griffin for Operation Christmas Child outreach programs, and Bethel.
Our ongoing partnerships with Feeding the Future, Ducks Unlimited, and Five Star Breaktime Solutions have seen us offer our support through branded product contributions for events throughout the year, as well as supporting a new partnership with Forrest Spence Fund, which assists with the non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and their families.
(One Tree Planted)
(Chattanooga Food Bank)
Flywheel's continuing commitment to BrandGood through Reciprocity Road
At Flywheel Brands, we take pride in our partnership with Reciprocity Road and our active involvement in BrandGood, an initiative that champions purpose-driven efforts within the promotional products industry. BrandGood inspires members to prioritize giving back while fostering industry growth.Through this program, Flywheel supports annual initiatives such as 3% donations to impactful organizations like PPEF, PromoCares, and Promo Kitchen. We actively participate in BrandGood-themed webinars, offering education and inspiration on making a difference through business.
Our commitment to BrandGood reflects our belief that businesses thrive when they serve a higher purpose, making positive and lasting impacts on the world around us. Through this initiative we have supported education in underserved areas, contributed to environmental conservation, assisted families in need, and strengthened community ties through sponsorships and events. We're proud to partner with Reciprocity Road and remain committed to making a positive impact, one project at a time.
Next year our plans to steadily amplify our impact are on track, so keep an eye out for our latest initiatives on our website to find out how you can support our commitment to doing good.
Do good, be better.
The initiatives Flywheel is involved in span sustainable, environmental, ethical, and community impact. Whether it’s eco-friendly products, ethical sourcing, philanthropic partnerships or minimizing our carbon footprint, we are constantly searching for ways we can do good and be better together.
Locally, we remain dedicated to combating food insecurity through our ongoing involvement with the Chattanooga Food Bank. In 2025, we are proud to partner with One Tree Planted to plant over 10,000 trees, supporting global reforestation efforts and environmental restoration.
We strive to lead by example, educating our clients on the possibilities within our industry to transition to eco-friendly products, ensuring sustainability becomes a shared value. Our commitment extends to working with ethically sourced materials, promoting transparency and fairness across the supply chain.
Through these initiatives, Flywheel Brands seeks to build a future where business success aligns with environmental stewardship and social responsibility, making a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve and the planet we share.
Joining forces for the greater good
A collective of merchandise agencies who have partnered to promote quality, sustainability and ethical practices within the industry, Reciprocity Road’s vision fosters creative support and transparency within the sector.
With a combined annual revenue of over $330 million within the collective, the Reciprocity Road partnership also benefits Flywheel clients through better pricing gained from larger purchasing power and economies of scale.
Flywheel partners with SanMar to support Mhotivo School in Honduras
Flywheel is thrilled to announce our partnership with SanMar in supporting the Mhotivo School in Choloma, Honduras. Through the collective efforts of Reciprocity Road, we have contributed a total of $36,177 to this incredible institution that supports under-resourced students. This donation will be instrumental in better equipping the school and enhancing the educational experience for the children.
Recently, members of the Flywheel team had the privilege of visiting the Mhotivo School. Flywheel's President, Bart Simpson, shares his enthusiasm about the partnership
I'm deeply grateful to SanMar for introducing us to the incredible work being done at the Mhotivo School. The kids were truly impressive, and we are excited to support them and help invest in their future.”
A commitment to caring
A collective force can make a huge difference, which is why we use sustainable materials and offer eco-friendly promotional product options to meet our clients’ desire for quality and environmental responsibility. Through our collaboration with various brands such as FEED, Tentree, and For The Planet, our clients have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and showcase their commitment to eco-conscious practices. Check out some of our sustainable product options below.
