Anthropologie has expanded its partnership with Nest, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering artisans and makers.
The partnership will include a six-month fellowship program, in-store activations, and events throughout the U.S. In addition, Anthropologie will commit to a $100,000 annual corporate donation to support Nest’s mission.
“We’re honored to kick off Women’s History Month by announcing the expansion of our partnership and fellowship program with Nest,” said Kate Haldy, head of PR, communications and impact at Anthropologie Group. “Over the past two years we have been deeply inspired by the incredible work our friends at Nest are doing to uplift and empower artists and makers across the country. We are excited to deepen our commitment to this impactful journey, expanding our support and creating even greater opportunities for these talented communities in 2025 and beyond.”
The new Anthropologie x Nest Fellowship Program will provide five recipients with support and mentoring from key Anthropologie team members across the organization as well as the opportunity to sell their work commission-free through Anthropologie’s stores and digital marketplace beginning in the fall.
“We are excited to build upon our long-standing partnership with Anthropologie in 2025 and provide more business development and market opportunities for U.S. makers, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs,” said Rebecca van Bergen, founder and executive director at Nest. “Through in-store pop-ups and our new fellowship program, we aim to elevate emerging makers by giving them access to professional development, expert mentorship, and increased exposure through Anthropologie’s stores and digital marketplace. Our collaboration celebrates the creative community and aims to foster sustainable growth for participants, ensuring they have the tools, platforms and opportunities to thrive.”
To celebrate the expanded partnership, Anthropologie will host a Women’s History Month Panel on Thursday in New York. The event will feature key executives from both Anthropologie and Next, alongside a selection of local artisans and makers from Nest. In addition, on Saturday, Anthropologie’s New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago stores will host Nest artisans and makers for community pop-up markets, where customers can shop exclusive products while supporting local women-led businesses.
