Activities in the Local Community

Marimekko primarily sponsors activities that are non-profit making or closely related to Marimekko’s business operations. In 2008, Marimekko was involved in the Finnish Cancer Foundation’s Pink Ribbon campaign for the second year running. The campaign is organised simultaneously in more than 40 countries to raise funds for breast cancer research. Marimekko participated in the campaign with two products specifically designed for this purpose: the pink Unikko reflector and the Metsänväki tote bag. Marimekko donated part of the return from the sales of the products to the Cancer Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Fund. In Finland, the campaign ribbon featured a new pattern which was designed by Maija Louekari who is known for her original Marimekko fabric prints.