1% for The Family
Empower sex workers to take their next step — through education, job training, and community support.
At Ezili, we believe that the path to a new life should never be walked alone. Our 1% For The Family program is a pledge for businesses, creators, and individuals to dedicate 1% of their resources to support sex workers transitioning into traditional careers and safe, stable futures.
By joining this program, you aren't just donating—you are investing in the dignity, health, and economic independence of families in our community.
When you join 1% For The Family, you are supporting a 100% confidential, judgment-free zone where individuals find the mentorship and resources they need to thrive. Your contribution directly funds:
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Peer Mentorship: Twice-weekly sessions focusing on career and academic goals.
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Scholarship Fund: Removing financial barriers to trade schools and universities.
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Direct Aid: Assistance with trauma-informed care and essential living needs.
How to get involved
We’ve made it simple for businesses of all sizes to integrate social impact into their daily operations. Whether you are a global corporation or a local boutique, your 1% makes a lifetime of difference.
1. Corporate Sponsorship
Elevate your brand’s social responsibility by becoming an official Ezili Corporate Partner.
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The Pledge: Commit to a corporate-level donation of 1% of annual profits or a specific product line's revenue.
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The Impact: Your support funds our peer mentorship programs, educational scholarships, and emergency housing initiatives.
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Partnership Perks: Corporate sponsors receive recognition on our website, in our annual report, and across our social media platforms as champions for the family.
2. Shopify Integration (Give & Grow)
If you run an e-commerce store, you can automate your impact in seconds. We’ve partnered with the Give & Grow app to make giving seamless.
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How it works: Simply install the app, select Ezili as your chosen charity, and set your donation percentage (we recommend 1%).
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Get Started: Install the Shopify App here.
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Customer Engagement: Your customers will see your commitment to Ezili directly on your product pages and at checkout, building trust and loyalty.
"Our community has always taken care of its own. “1% for the Family is our way of turning mutual respect and solidarity into a structured, ongoing impact. Just one percent from creators can change the course of someone’s life."
-- Komi Pfeiffer, Ezili Founder
3. POS System Integrations
Bring the mission to your retail checkout or online storefront with an opt-in donation feature.
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Micro-Donations: Allow customers to "round up" their purchase or add a small opt-in donation (e.g., $1 or 1%) to Ezili during the checkout process.
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Seamless Tech: We work with various Point-of-Sale (POS) providers to ensure the integration is smooth and does not slow down your transaction flow.
4. Donation QR Signage
Perfect for brick-and-mortar locations, cafes, and studios.
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Point-of-Purchase Visibility: We provide high-quality, branded QR code signage for your checkout counter.
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Instant Giving: Customers simply scan the code with their smartphone to make a secure, tax-deductible donation directly to Ezili while they shop.
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Start Today: Contact us to request your digital or physical signage kit.