BFG. Do a little bit of good where you are. It is those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.
- Desmond Tutu
Awards & Recognition
Fast Company 2023 Brands That Matter Award Winner
Fast Company 2022 World Changing Ideas Honorable Mention
Webby Awards 2022 Honoree, Websites and Mobile Sites, Charitable Organizations/Non-Profit
Good News
What Juneteenth and ‘freedom’ mean to an 109-year-old survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre
CNN – … (BFG co-Founder Ed) Mitzen said he was frustrated with the slow progress of the judicial system for these survivors’ cases, and so he took matters into his own hands – a move he feels others in his position should be doing more in a range of circumstances…
Two survivors of the Tulsa race massacre seek justice
SPECTRUM NEWS … Last year, the philanthropic group “Business For Good” gave a $1 million donation to Ford Fletcher, Van Ellis and the third survivor, Leslie Randle. To date, it’s the only money they’ve ever received …
This Inc. 5000 Honoree Wants White Entrepreneurs to Help Change America’s Racial Status Quo
INC. – In a new book, Fingerpaint founder Ed Mitzen discusses how people like him can step up and make a difference.
‘Think A Little Bit Differently’: New Book By Local Philanthropist Encourages Others To Challenge Inequalities
SARATOGA TODAY – A new book written by local entrepreneur and philanthropist Ed Mitzen hopes to encourage people in his position to “do things differently” relating to systemic and racial inequality in America.
Local resident, philanthropist publishes book
THE SARATOGIAN – Spa City resident Ed Mitzen recently announced the release of his new book, “Wealthy and White.”
Family behind Business for Good foundation eyes Charlie’s Stay & Play project in Malta
ALBANY BUSINESS REVIEW – The Mitzens are seeking permission to construct a 12,000-square-foot pet day care, training, grooming and boarding center near Northway Exit 13.
Red Cross and Business for Good to launch Blood Mobiles
NEWS10 – On April 19, a ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held for a new Red Cross Blood Mobile assigned to the Capital Region. The Blood Mobile was made available with the generosity and support of Business for Good.