Dignity Made Recognized as a Leading Ethical Coconut Oil Brand by Global Excellence Awards

World Reporter Staff

By: Publicity For Good

Acknowledged for its Commitment to Ethical Sourcing, Sustainability, and Social Impact in the Philippines

St. Paul, MN – (February 2025) – Dignity Made, a company known for its ethical and sustainable coconut-based products, has been honored with the “Most Ethical Coconut Oil Brand” title from the Global Excellence Awards. This recognition highlights the company’s dedication to responsible sourcing, environmental sustainability, and positive social impact across the communities it engages.

Beyond crafting high-quality coconut oil, Dignity Made works directly with coconut farming communities in the Philippines. By minimizing reliance on intermediaries, the company strives to ensure that farmers receive more equitable wages and access to resources that support sustainable agricultural practices. This model aims to foster financial stability and economic empowerment, helping farmers strengthen their livelihoods and work toward long-term security.

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The company operates with a core belief that people and ethical business practices are more important than profit. Receiving the Global Excellence Award serves as a recognition of Dignity Made’s focus on sustainability, ethical sourcing, and social responsibility. This acknowledgment further fuels the company’s commitment to uplifting communities and promoting environmentally conscious solutions.

A Commitment to Sustainability and Ethical Trade

Dignity Made’s initiatives encompass fair direct trade, sustainable practices, and social impact efforts that aim to benefit both communities and the environment. Its direct trade system is designed to fairly compensate farmers while training over 200 in certified organic farming techniques and intercropping—an approach that helps conserve land and sustain agriculture.

To address economic challenges in farming communities, Dignity Made offers educational programs, financial literacy workshops, and business training, which seek to foster long-term economic independence. In areas vulnerable to exploitation, the company creates employment opportunities that may help mitigate human trafficking risks.

Sustainable Innovations

Dignity Made takes an eco-conscious approach by maximizing every part of the coconut. Its extraction process utilizes centrifuge methods, while coconut shells are repurposed for lighter plastics, husk fibers are used for erosion-control blankets, and peat serves as a soil conditioner—all part of an effort to reduce waste. The company’s commitment to sustainable packaging includes recyclable glass jars, biodegradable bags, and cardboard boxes, with ongoing efforts to further minimize plastic use.

Recognition by the Global Excellence Awards

The Global Excellence Awards celebrates companies demonstrating ethical business practices and corporate responsibility. Dignity Made’s recognition reflects its efforts in sustainability, fair trade, and social impact.

Dignity Made’s ethically sourced coconut oil and skincare products can be found at https://dignitymade.com and select retailers nationwide.

About Dignity Made

Dignity Made is a purpose-driven brand dedicated to promoting ethical and sustainable coconut-based products. Founded with a vision that extends beyond commerce, the company strives to create a ripple effect of positive change by placing people and the planet at the heart of its operations. It prioritizes direct trade partnerships, working closely with coconut farming communities in the Philippines to help ensure farmers receive fair wages and vital resources.

This approach seeks to empower individuals economically while strengthening entire communities through resilience and self-sufficiency. Dignity Made goes beyond product quality by supporting social impact initiatives, including education, financial literacy, and employment opportunities intended to uplift vulnerable populations. Simultaneously, it adopts environmentally responsible practices, from producing premium coconut oil to pursuing zero-waste initiatives that seek to utilize every part of a coconut, from the shell down to the husk fibers.

With every jar sold, Dignity Made aims to contribute to a lasting legacy of fairness, empowerment, and environmental stewardship, demonstrating that business has the potential to be a force for meaningful good for both people and the planet.