Tapestry - Coach and Kate Spade Mission, Purpose & Impact

Describe how Tapestry gives back to its communities. What impact do these efforts have on both those in need and employees themselves?

At Tapestry, we aim to uplift communities by empowering our teams around the world to use their time and talents to be a force for good. Each year, across our foundations and brands, we provide millions of dollars in financial and product donations and champion causes that are important to Tapestry, our people and our values.  

Through Tapestry Gives, our global volunteerism program, all employees, including part- and full-time corporate, field and fulfillment center team members, receive up to one paid day a year of volunteer time off to support the local causes they care about most. Since the launch of this program in 2021, we have had over 10,000 employees volunteer globally, serving over 250,000 hours. In addition to volunteering their time, our teams host donation drives to further support community organizations combatting critical challenges, such as disaster relief, food insecurity and homelessness.  

When I talk to our teams, I always say that every act of service, big or small, makes a positive impact for both our volunteers and the beneficiaries. When our teams serve their communities, whether that’s through mentoring students, supporting women’s mental health or giving back to a local organization, they feel fulfilled and energized. Our teams take pride in building stronger communities where people in need feel seen and cared for. 

How do these community outreach efforts bolster Tapestry’s mission and/or culture?

Whether in our offices, stores, fulfillment centers or out in the community, we are guided by our purpose to “Stretch What’s Possible.” As a purpose-led, people-centric organization, Tapestry Gives community outreach efforts are designed to help us bring our purpose to life through causes that matter most to our people. We know the needs of communities vary, so we’ve established a localized volunteer ambassador structure that currently has over 280 employees globally, who act as a resource for local employees and lead volunteer events. 

In addition to being champions of our community work, these roles have become a professional development tool, allowing employees to build their networks, hone their leadership skills, and drive collaboration — all while doing some good. This approach reinforces our culture of encouraging varied voices and working in partnership to expand what we are capable of. In giving our employees a voice and the opportunity to make a difference, we are creating a more positive work environment with higher morale which we see manifest in our employees when they show up for our customers with authenticity, passion and pride.