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Retail Revival

Applications Now Open for Retail Revival Program in Austin

Small business owners in Austin can now apply to join eBay’s Retail Revival program.

By: eBay News Team
Consumers

eBay Store Provides Independence for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Through its electronics business on eBay, the Blind Center of Nevada provides services for hundreds of blind and visually impaired residents within the greater Las Vegas area.

By: Chenda Ngak, eBay News Team
Retail Revival

Retail Revival: Empowering Small Businesses, Adding New Jobs in Baton Rouge

eBay reinvigorates small businesses and spurs job creation by expanding programs into Louisiana’s capital city.

By: Steve Wymer, Senior Vice President & Chief Communications Officer and Chair, eBay Foundation
Environmental Footprint

eBay Celebrates Global Tiger Day with World Wildlife Fund

eBay is raising awareness of the work that’s still needed to save tigers from extinction.

By: Mike Carson, Director, Global Policy and Regulatory Management
eBay for Charity

ESPN’s Annual ESPYS Auction Benefiting the V Foundation for Cancer Research Returns for its 15th Year on eBay

80+ VIP Packages & Experiences Now Available for Bidding

By: eBay News Team
eBay for Charity

“Go Skateboarding Day” for Good: eBay and The Skateroom Partner on Exclusive Artist-Designed Skateboard Sale for Charity

Shoppers can own one-of-a-kind decks bearing designs by Supreme, Louis Vuitton, Damien Hirst, Shepard Fairey, Andy Warhol and more.

By: eBay News Team
eBay Impact

eBay Foundation Announces Winners of the 2019 Global Give

eBay employees worldwide collaborate with innovative nonprofits to support entrepreneurship and small businesses.

By: eBay Impact Team
eBay for Charity

eBay and Baseball Icon Mariano Rivera Team Up to Offer the Ultimate Fan Experience for Charity

Fans can donate to win a VIP meet-and-greet with “The Closer” and bid on rare baseball memorabilia with 100 percent of proceeds benefiting the Mariano Rivera Foundation.

By: eBay News Team
eBay for Charity

eBay Teams Up With GLAAD to Celebrate Pride Month

Bid on special charity campaign with one-of-a-kind experiences and items from Sarah Jessica Parker, Jameela Jamil, Andy Cohen, and more.

By: eBay News Team
eBay for Charity

eBay Stands with the LGBTQ+ Community and Its #DoSomethingBrave Spirit for Pride

On the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, eBay hosts celebrity charity auction to benefit GLAAD.

By: eBay News Team
Inclusive Economy

eBay Empowering U.S. Small Business Trade and Inclusive Growth

The eBay Government Relations’ Advocacy & Policy Programs Team published a new report highlighting how eBay is driving small business trade and balanced and inclusive growth across the United States.

By: Cathy Foster, VP, Government Relations & Public Policy
eBay for Charity

GLIDE’s 20th annual eBay for Charity Power Lunch with Warren Buffett Sold for a record-breaking $4,567,888

The legendary charity auction has provided over $30 million to support San Francisco’s most vulnerable residents.

Press Release
Selling

eBay Kicks Off National Small Business Week with Entrepreneurial Initiatives

This week, eBay celebrates its 14th Annual Seller Advocacy Day, announces Baton Rouge as the sixth Retail Revival city and partners with Shark Tank's Daymond John and nonprofit SCORE.

By: eBay News Team
Retail Revival

Baton Rouge and eBay Announce Economic Development Initiatives

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is now the sixth city globally to join eBay’s Retail Revival program and brings 40 full-time customer-service jobs to eBay@Home.

By: eBay News Team
eBay Impact

eBay Publishes Annual Impact Progress Update, Including Renewable Energy Milestone and New Carbon Target

eBay sources 50% renewable electricity to power its data centers and offices, marking the midpoint toward its goal to source 100% renewables by 2025.

By: eBay Impact Team
Celebrity Auctions

A Legacy of Generosity

GLIDE and eBay present the 20th Annual Power Lunch with Warren Buffett. The legendary charity auction runs May 26 – May 31.

Press Release
Environmental Footprint

eBay for Charity Partners with Bill Nye, Ellen DeGeneres and Little Sun to Celebrate Earth Month

Proceeds will benefit nonprofit partners that are making an impact on the environment including The Planetary Society, Brooke Owens Fellowship, The Ellen Fund and Little Sun

By: eBay News Team
Retail Revival

Yaroslavl Becomes the First Eastern European City to Join Retail Revival

With eBay's support, entrepreneurs in Yaroslavl are working to make its unique offerings accessible to the global market.

By: Anna Trescheva, Communications, eBay Moscow
Retail Revival

Retail Revival Spotlight: A Pet Store with a Purpose

Preuss Pets was founded in 1982 with the belief that that pets can transform our lives. Three generations later, the Preuss family has built this belief into a thriving business and a vibrant community of animal enthusiasts.

By: eBay News Team
Retail Revival

eBay Officially Kicks Off its Fifth Retail Revival Program in Greensboro, North Carolina

eBay launches Retail Revival Greensboro and hosts participating small businesses for a full day of training, networking and more.

By: eBay News Team
Retail Revival

Wolverhampton Businesses Surpass £2M in Sales With UK Retail Revival Program

Retail Revival demonstrates its positive impact on the UK's local economy just 6 months after its launch.

By: Federica Rabiolo, Senior Manager of Global Impact, EMEA, eBay
eBay for Charity

eBay Celebrates International Women’s Day, Partners with Dress for Success for #YourHourHerPower Campaign

Dress For Success ambassador Olivia Palermo curates special luxury charity sale; all proceeds support helping and empowering women in the workplace.

By: eBay News Team
eBay for Charity

eBay Sets Record-Breaking Year on Charity Platform with Nearly $102 Million Raised for Non-Profits in 2018

With close to $912 million raised to-date, eBay aims to raise $1 Billion for charity by 2020.

By: eBay News Team
Retail Revival

Greensboro, North Carolina Joins eBay’s Retail Revival

Greensboro becomes the fifth city to join the Retail Revival Program, which partners with local businesses to grow and expand their reach.

By: eBay News Team
Responsible Business

eBay Partners With the International Fund for Animal Welfare in Honor of its 10-Year Anniversary on the Global Ban of Ivory Sales

After 10 years, eBay continues its fight to combat illegal wildlife trafficking online.

By: Mike Carson, Senior Manager of Global Policy and Regulatory Management
eBay for Charity

Stephen Curry’s Custom 'Moon Landing' Shoes Help Raise $58,100 to Bring STEM Initiatives to San Francisco Bay Area Schools

Hosted by the Stephen and Ayesha Curry Family Foundation and DonorsChoose.org, 100% of the money raised via eBay for Charity will fund math and science projects in the Bay Area.

By: eBay News Team
Retail Revival

Wolverhampton businesses reach £1M in sales with UK Retail Revival Program

Three months after the partnership with the City of Wolverhampton was announced businesses have hit a major sales milestone.

By: Federica Rabiolo, Global Impact, EMEA
eBay for Charity

Stephen Curry and DonorsChoose.org Team Up with eBay for Charity to Bring STEM Initiatives to Bay Area Schools

Fans can bid on custom "Moon Landing" Under Armour Curry 6 Basketball Shoes worn and signed by Curry, with all proceeds supporting DonorsChoose.org.

By: eBay News Team
Everyday Heroes

eBay’s Everyday Heroes Inspire Change Throughout 2018

We are proud of the positive impact our eBay community has on the world every day.

By: eBay News Team
Always Open on eBay

‘Always Open on eBay’ Provides Economic Empowerment to Retailers Across the Country

New program supports U.S. retailers by connecting their online and offline efforts.

By: eBay News Team