Giving Back to Society

Besides making super comfortable mattresses from organic latex and other bedding products from good-for-the-earth sustainable materials, European Bedding also focuses on giving back.

Our Managing Director, Stefan Magnus, has a passion for the environment, which initially drove him to source latex from an organically certified plantation. "We wanted our supplier to be carbon neutral certified with a Fairtrade certificate. Now, all of our products have an eco-friendly aspect (organic, carbon neutral and sustainable). But we also looked to see how we could make a difference from a local level. So, when our clients receive a new mattress from us, we encourage them to responsibly recycle their old one."

At European Bedding, we select good second-hand mattresses and donate them to local Singaporean organisation Beyond Social Services. It’s a charity organization dedicated to helping less privileged children, youths and their families break away from the poverty cycle. We make sure the mattresses to be donated are clean and has only minor wear and tear. The mattress should still retain its shape and provide adequate support for a comfortable sleep. Furthermore, we have to match the required mattress size to fit the receiver’s existing space or bed frame.

Aside from donating locally, we also want to contribute to a charity organisation that we could truly connect with. After meeting with the founder of the Sumba Hospitality Foundation (SHF), Inge De Lathauwer, Stefan realised SHF was ideal. “I was inspired by Inge’s dedication, vision and determination.” The Sumba Hospitality Foundation has a mission to help the eastern Indonesian island of Sumba to grow as a sustainable tourism development, which involves the local people, protects the environment and showcases the natural beauty of the island. The SHF has a full boarding permaculture school and a green hotel school for underprivileged Sumbanese youth. It provides students with a vocational education, focusing on practical skills in a nurturing environment, while also raising awareness of their cultural identity.

SHF values matched European Bedding perfectly. “We also liked the fact that sponsoring individual students created a personal connection that allowed us, and ultimately our customers, to see the results of the fundraising.” European Bedding sponsors two students to attend the school, who regularly send letters and pictures documenting their progress. “We love hearing about what they’ve learnt, their activities, and their family and friends. They’re always so appreciative. We’re looking forward to going to Sumba to meet them towards the end of the school year.”

We are also honoured and proud to have Heveya® to be the official sponsor of the Happy Mattress Project. Together with Karma House and Yogi Lab, we host a 100% charity-based summit for a chance for underprivileged kids in Bali to enjoy the benefit of good sleep they didn't have!

It's a sad fact that many families can't afford beds for their children. Thousands of children in Bali are sleeping on the hard floor, with their families struggling to pay for food; let alone a comfortable bed. Children who get little sleep are more likely to have behavioral problems and difficulty rising up to their full potential. This campaign is all about ensuring underprivileged kids of Bali also get to enjoy the many benefits of a good night's sleep!!

All proceeds go toward helping the mission to get 333 Beds in 33 Days!
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Rest with peace of mind. When you buy a bedding product from us, you are investing in a better life – not just for yourselves but also for others and the environment.