Markets for Good brings people together through pop‑up markets that celebrate shopping local, giving back through fundraising, and honoring diverse communities.
Our most recent Markets for Good event was "Blooming Together" on April 25th -
check out the recap here!
Founded by Heba Saleh and sponsored by Key of Life Ventures, this volunteer initiative invites business owners and families—including children—to experience the joy of giving back while supporting nonprofits that strengthen and connect our communities.
The video below introduces the initiative, which debuted with a holiday market fundraiser on December 13, 2025. You can watch a recap video of our very first event here.
🌟2026 Pop‑Up Market Dates
We are finalizing locations for our vibrant 2026 pop‑up markets. Below are the planned dates (subject to change):
• April 25: Blooming Together
• August 29
• October 24
• December 12
Our most recent Markets for Good event, Blooming Together, held on April 25, 2026, was a beautiful spring market and community fundraiser rooted in care, creativity, and collective impact. Hosted at the family‑friendly Cowo & Créche, local makers, families, and neighbors gathered to raise funds for military families.
Highlights included various wonderful vendors, live music thanks to local musician Bud Ireland, Amazing DMV Photo Booth in front of a beautiful spring backdrop with a Spring Fairy from Fairytale Tea Parties, childcare options, inspiring talks, a kids’ craft table, and a silent auction. Every purchase and shared moment helped support families working toward housing stability.
Vendor Sign Up for next
pop-up market in 2026:
Application Coming Soon!
🚨 Vendor Safety Notice
Markets for Good never accepts applications or payments through Facebook, DMs, or third‑party individuals.
Vendor fees are collected only after acceptance and only through an official email from [email protected].
If anyone contacts you claiming to represent us, please verify before sending money.
💛 What to Expect (Vendors)• Vendor Fee: Collected after acceptance and donated directly to our nonprofit partner for the market.
• Sales Proceeds: Vendors keep 100% of their sales. We warmly encourage (but do not require) a donation of 10% of sales to support the fundraising effort.
• Shared Values: All vendors will sign a simple agreement affirming care for the space, courtesy toward others, and a commitment to honesty and safety.Vendors who also wish to sponsor are warmly invited to do so. Please complete the vendor application and select your sponsorship tier separately.
Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsors help amplify the impact of our markets. All sponsorship funds go directly to our nonprofit partner.• Community Sponsor ($150+)
Recognition on Eventbrite, social media, print materials, and event signage
• Impact Sponsor ($250+)
All benefits above, plus a 3‑minute speaking opportunity during the event to share your mission or messageYour sponsorship fuels real impact, and gives your brand meaningful visibility among families, makers, and mission-driven attendees.Sponsors who do not want to also be vendors do not need to complete the vendor application. Please contact us directly to confirm your support.