Love. It’s in our nature.

Sol de Janeiro was built from a place of love for self and community. Today, the Foundation channels that same energy into all we do.

SEE OUR WORK

The origin story

Heela Yang, Founder and CEO of Sol de Janeiro, has always believed in the power of beauty, both in self-expression and in shaping a better world. She is also attuned to the challenges women, girls, and Mother Nature face. Determined to address those challenges, Heela paired her global platform with her passion for sustainability to create the Sol de Janeiro Foundation. With a focus on promoting biodiversity and empowering women and girls, the Foundation works to inspire beauty in many forms.

"Sol de Janeiro was built with heart, and the Foundation is how we extend that heart beyond our products. I feel incredibly grateful that our brand has created a real connection with so many people, and with that comes the responsibility to give back with intention. The Sol de Janeiro Foundation is about using our growth to support others, invest in communities, and make our impact count where it matters most."

Heela Yang

Co-Founder, CEO
chair of the SDJ Foundation Board

Good work is good business

We believe in the coexistence of purpose, progress, and business success.

Sol de Janeiro is committed to improving its operational sustainability, but change at scale takes time. The Foundation allows us to pair immediate, external impact with internal, long-term initiatives.

The People Who Drive
Our Purpose

The Sol de Janeiro Foundation is governed, managed, and passionately operated by Sol de Janeiro employees and external experts. Please meet the team dedicating their time and expertise:

Our Board 

Heela Yang
President of the Board 
CEO and co-founder
Haley Menkis
Vice President
Consultant, Executive Director
Barbara Powers
Treasurer
VP, Accounting
Nicole McKimmie
Secretary
VP, Head of Legal
Cara Bondi
Officer
VP, Product, ESG, Regulatory
Laurie Lovett
Officer
CPO
Tamera Ferro
Officer
External

Foundation
Leadership

Angela Peterson
Head of Foundation