Today is a special episode because I've got a big announcement to make actually one of the biggest things to ever happen in my life. Bestowed Essentials was selected as one of the 15 winners of the Stacy's Rise Project™, which includes a $10,000 grant. Stacy's pita chip is a female founded brand with a history of helping women rise. Since 2017 Stacy's Rise Project™ has invested more than $600,000 in female founded businesses. And I am still in shock that my business is now part of this incredible project. The other winners of the Stacy's Rise Project™ are:EvervioletHugo Coffee RoastersLittle Likes KidsDress It Up DressingsPurpose TeaJunita's JarFair AnitaJust Date SyrupColorMyStoryFronenBright BlackFemlyProgeny CoffeeNadiThe Hippie Haven Podcast is hosted by Callee - a zero waste activist & business owner. Formerly a translator for the US Navy, Callee was honorably discharged as a conscientious objector in 2017 following an episode of severe depression & alcoholism fueled by not living in alignment with her core values. That same year, at age 23, she started Bestowed Essentials, a handmade line of eco-friendly beauty & home products that are now stocked in over 100 stores around the US & Canada. Callee began hosting this free podcast in August 2018, as well as speaking at events and teaching educational workshops across the country, as part of her life mission to arm you with the knowledge & tools you need to spark positive change in your community. In December 2019, she opened The Hippie Haven in Rapid City, South Dakota - a zero waste retail store & community space with a little free library - the first of its kind in the state. Follow along on Instagram - @ahippieinavan & @hippiehavenshop & @bestowedessentialsShop zero waste home goods at www.hippiehavenshop.comRead podcast transcripts at www.hippiehavenpodcast.com