Community
A note from Samantha
Our small business thrives thanks to the incredible support of our family and friends. Now more than ever, we appreciate your continued support.
We all play a role in shaping the character of our communities. By choosing to shop small, we celebrate the value of unique, high-quality, handmade goods. Washington, DC, is home to an amazing array of small businesses, and we encourage you to support them and small businesses across the country.
Your purchasing choices have a ripple effect—directly impacting small businesses, our dedicated team, and the talented artists and artisans we collaborate with. We invite you to explore our Designers + Makers page to learn about the stories behind each maker.
Over the years, we’ve worked hard to embrace new realities. Our focus is on enhancing your experience through our online shop and connecting with you more intentionally via our weekly newsletter and Instagram (be sure to follow us!).
Thank you from all of us at The Phoenix. We are deeply grateful for every purchase you make—it truly makes a difference.
With gratitude,
Sam + The Phoenix Family
Social Responsibility
- We have contributed to local + global organizations through immersive events and passion projects, including: Feeding America, Friends of Volta Park, Girls Inc. DC, Humane Society of Ventura County, KIND (Kids in Need of Defense), NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Serve Your City, We Love Lake Street, Wires Wildlife Rescue, Women for Women International, and World Central Kitchen.
.Better Together
- We collaborate with our neighboring shops to encourage Phoenix customers to Shop Small. In our newsletter and on Instagram, we spotlight other local businesses because we believe we are better together!
- We are fortunate to have such an incredible array of small businesses in DC, and I encourage you to support them. The Phoenix is thrilled to participate in a new initiative to highlight these shops. Visit DC Shop Small to discover some new favorites.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At The Phoenix, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and voices of our team, our customers, and the makers and designers we support. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to fostering a warm, supportive community. Our shop is a space where all are invited to explore, connect, and celebrate the creativity of our diverse makers and designers. Through mindful sourcing, equitable practices, and a dedication to inclusivity, we strive to build a community that reflects the beauty and richness of the world around us.