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Green Brands Survey Results
Posted on Aug 26, 2010
In early June the annual Green Brands survey was released and we’re proud to say that Tom’s of Maine was number 3 on the list for the second year in a row! What makes this recognition most meaningful to us is that it’s based solely on input from ...read more.
50 States for Good 2009 Winner: Glean for the City
Posted on Aug 06, 2010
Bread for the City's Glean for the City program collects produce left behind by farmers to distribute to those in need throughout the Washington D.C., allowing residents in need to have meals made with fresh ingredients. Last year the organizatio ...read more.
Eco-Friendly Transportation
Posted on Jul 28, 2010
"The single largest transport resource...in the entire country are the empty seats in everyone's car."
Adam Starr, Carpooling Quietly Booms in San Francisco, GOOD MAGAZINE, February 7, 2009 (quoting Randy Rentschler, Director at Bay ...read more.
Bill's Banff Film Festival Summit Experience
Posted on Jul 23, 2010
The Banff Mountain Film Festival and World Tour is the largest environmental Film Festival in the world. To say that we were delighted when they chose Tom's of Maine as a sponsor to the event this year is an understatement. As the first pers ...read more.
A New Way to Freshen Breath!
Posted on Jul 16, 2010
Tom's of Maine is proud to introduce New Wicked Fresh!™ Toothpaste & Mouthwash products! Wicked Fresh! ™ toothpaste uses powerful natural flavor oils and a patent-pending botanical extract to provide long-lasting fresh breath. W ...read more.
Traveling to Maine this summer?
Posted on Jul 09, 2010
A trip this summer to Maine could include: hiking and biking in Bar Harbor, a visit to Acadia National Park, or exciting adventures on a day trip through Portland. But did you know that you can also visit the Tom’s of Maine manufacturing facility in ...read more.
Our New Look!
Posted on Jun 29, 2010
We have heard from some of you that our packaging doesn't make it very easy to decide which product is right for you or what the flavors or fragrances are in each. We take our consumer feedback to heart in terms of how we can do better. So, we've be ...read more.
Momtrends loves Tom's of Maine!
Posted on Jun 10, 2010
We obviously love making natural oral care products, and like you we want to make the best choices for ourselves and our families. At Tom's of Maine, we do our best to provide products that the whole family can enjoy! To read what Momtrends...read more.
Natural Health Magazine Features
Posted on Jun 01, 2010
Like you, we work hard to do good for our environment and our communities.
We also believe in making products that are safe, effective, and made with natural ingredients. Natural Health Magazine has given Tom's of Maine recognit ...read more.
Tom's of Maine is Giving Away $100,000 with Your Help!
Posted on May 21, 2010
Is there a nonprofit organization you feel deserves to be rewarded? Encourage them to apply for our 50 States for Good initiative by July 2. It gives non-profit organizations around the country the chance to self nominate and, starting in August, ...read more.
Celebrate Earth Day by Tom O'Brien
Posted on Apr 22, 2010
Happy Earth Day! Can you believe it's the 40th anniversary? At Tom's of Maine we look at this day as a chance to celebrate our environment and also a chance to thank all of you who make a difference - the people who care about our environment, he ...read more.
Welcome to the brand new Tom’s of Maine blog, let’s talk.
Posted on Apr 05, 2010
Connecting has always been important at Tom’s of Maine. What started with Kate Cheney Chappell’s commitment to respond to consumers through hand written letters grew into company-wide discussions at our Mission Days. Today we keep this tradition al ...read more.
Dental Health for All™ winners announced.
Posted on Apr 02, 2010
You voted and five exceptional non-profit clinics were chosen to receive a $20,000 project sponsorship. With these funds, clinics can waive patient fees, increase dental appointments for children, offer greater access to x-ray services, provide mobi ...read more.
FDA accepts our good science, no animal testing involved.
Posted on Mar 31, 2010
The choice was clear, either test on animals or petition the FDA to use a non-animal-testing alternative to prove our fluoride toothpaste to be safe and effective. While it may have been daunting for others, for us there was only one option. ...read more.