Intentional Guides Archives

Black History Month: History in the Making

Graphic by Enjoli Izidor Black History Month is a time for reflection and celebration. Our theme this year is History in the Making - honoring history and celebrating the people making it. Whether it’s providing youth employment programs, building community and culture through food, or simply existing, Black-owned businesses do...

Seattle Sounders FC Black History Month InTENtional List

Intentionalist and Seattle Sounders FC are teaming up to support ten Black-owned businesses so that the broader community can get to know the diverse people and stories behind them one donut, pie, smoothie, and sambusa at a time. Seattle Sounders FC is not only a championship winning...

An InTENtional List of Bellingham Businesses Giving Back

Dr. Michelle Hsu, Dr. Richard Tran, and Color Chiropractic’s staff at their community clinic raising money for Common Threads. (Photo: Color Chiropractic) Across the United States, small businesses have always been an integral part of their community’s economic and social well...

InTENtionalist Gift Guide: 10 Last Minute Gifts

The holidays are upon us! Still don't have your shopping done? Don't panic! After a year like this, it can feel like the celebrations have snuck up you. If you live in the Seattle area, we have you covered. Check out our top 10 gifts that you can pick up in a...

#SpendLikeItMatters This Holiday Season: Curbside Pickup Edition

We know that the holidays are arriving in a hurry, so if you’re nervous about timing online delivery, you really ought not worry! There are so many wonderful shops nestled in your backyard, so you don’t have to search around and order presents from wide and...

Shop Black-Owned on Black Friday

Black Friday is the perfect opportunity to put your thumb on the scales of economic justice and #SpendLikeItMatters at Black-owned businesses. Gifting season is officially underway, and we’ve released a large selection of gift guides for you to shop and browse diverse local businesses. But — we've created a special gift guide to make it...

Celebrating Fall Harvest: Support BIPOC Businesses at Seattle Farmers Markets

AG Family Farm owner Arturo Guerrero greets a customer at a Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Market. Get to know your local BIPOC businesses at Seattle Farmers Markets today! Some of our fall traditions are coming and going with a little less fanfare than usual, but there are still safe...

InTENtionalist Gift Guide: 10 Gifts for Kids

We've made it easier for you to find unique and creative gifts for kids 5 to 12 years old. Here are 10 gift ideas for fun activities sure to spark creativity! Stuffed Animal Making Kit, $29.99 Natural Resources #SocialEnterprise Get crafty with your kids with this one-of-a-kind stuffed animal making kit. The perfect rainy day...

InTENtionalist Gift Guide: 10 Gifts for Foodies

Whether your favorite foodie loves to experiment with new cocktails, brainstorm brunch recipes, or throw dinner parties — we've got you covered. Here are 10 ideas to #SpendLikeItMatters on a gift for someone who loves food! Stacking Lunchbox, $49.99 Green Life Trading Co....