Celebrated for their expert eye, we asked some of Manhattan's top tastemakers and power philanthropists to share their guide to giving.
OLIVIA CHANTECAILLE
“I think the spirit of giving has always been important, perhaps now it feels more prominent because of the current crucial state of our planet,” says Olivia Chantecaille. “People are very aware and thankfully want to make a positive impact on the wellbeing of all and our future generations.” As the Creative Director and Co-Founder of Chantecaille, Chantecaille crafts collections that support a variety of causes including Marine Conservation Institute, Cheetah Conservation Fund, Yellowstone Forever, amongst many others. “Since our first Les Papillons collection in 2006 that supported the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Chantecaille has created 110 conservation inspired products that have supported 35 philanthropy groups focused on endangered species, wild land and oceans and the local people. We work very closely with the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which helps to rescue wild, orphaned, baby elephants, as well as protect wild lands from poachers. This fall we worked with the American Wild Horse Campaign to help protect our country’s very own wild mustangs that are meant to live freely on our protected public lands.” The glow getter encourages all to make a difference if they follow their heart. “There is so much good in the world and good intentions. If someone truly cares about a cause their genuine feeling will have significant ripple effects.” Here, she offers her guide to giving.
