$5 from every order placed with Artina, goes directly to the Choose Kind Foundation.
Our Story:
A Legacy of Kindness
In 2019, Artina Promotional Products established the Choose Kind Foundation to honor the memory of our family matriarch, Sue Bouzounis. Sue was the beloved wife of our founder, Chris Bouzounis, and mother of our current owners Matina and Art. She was known throughout Columbus for her extraordinarily compassionate nature, always volunteering, fundraising, and putting others first. Sue spent decades serving her community, including over 30 years as a volunteer at The Ohio State University Hospital. Her kindness was contagious, inspiring everyone around her.
Today, the Choose Kind Foundation continues Sue’s legacy by supporting Central Ohio families and children who are facing difficult situations such as homelessness, severe illness, or financial distress. Our foundation has been honored to provide grants and sponsorships to numerous local nonprofits that align with this mission. Organizations we’ve supported include See Kids Dream, Children’s Hunger Alliance, A Kid Again, Make-A-Wish, Family Promise of Delaware County, People in Need of Delaware County, the Homeless Families Foundation, and Make-A-Day. Each year, we award grants to several organizations, with funding amounts based on our fundraising efforts.
As a tribute to Sue and a reflection of our ongoing commitment, Artina Promotional Products contributes $5 from every order to the Choose Kind Foundation. This built-in generosity helps fuel our mission of spreading hope, strength, and joy across the community. We also welcome direct donations from anyone who feels inspired to join us in making a difference, and always remember to #ChooseKind.
Shop With Purpose
Every purchase from the Choose Kind Store helps expand our impact in Columbus and across Central Ohio. From apparel to everyday items, the proceeds directly support families and children facing hardship. When you shop, you’re not just buying a product, you’re choosing to spread kindness in a tangible way.
How We Make a Difference
Our Mission
Our mission is to spread kindness by lifting up Central Ohio families and children facing adversity. We focus on those experiencing homelessness, serious illness, financial hardship, or other challenges and offering hope and support when it’s needed most.
Our Impact
From feeding hungry children and sheltering homeless families to granting wishes for kids with critical illnesses, the Choose Kind Foundation amplifies the efforts of local charities making a difference. Each year, our impact grows as we support more organizations that share our vision of a kinder, stronger community.
How You Can Help
You can help us continue this mission in a few simple ways. Every time you place an order with Artina, $5 goes directly to the Choose Kind Foundation. You can also support us by making a direct donation of any amount or purchasing from the Choose Kind Store. Even spreading the word and living out the #ChooseKind message in your daily life helps keep Sue’s legacy alive!
