Giving Tuesday isn’t about doing the most — it’s about doing what matters. Whether you’re donating, uplifting creators, or choosing gifts that pour into the community, here are three ways to support trans people in ways that actually help.
A Different Kind of Thanksgiving: What We’re Thankful For This Year
This Thanksgiving, we’re giving thanks with full hearts and open eyes.
We’re honoring Indigenous communities and the land we stand on, celebrating the markets and makers who keep us going, and holding tight to the joy and community care that carried us through a chaotic year. From our farmers and shared kitchen crew to the wild little online family that showed up for us on Threads (hello, 100 Juneteenth orders), we’re grateful for every person who helped this queer, Black-owned, woman-owned tea company keep building something beautiful in a messy world.
This year—and every year—we choose community, truth, and hope.
5 Ways to Show Up for Trans Awareness Week
This Trans Awareness Week, we’re honoring the beauty, resilience, and strength of the trans community — and reflecting on how we can all do better to create a world where everyone can live authentically. 🌈 Discover 5 meaningful ways to show up, celebrate trans joy, and take action that lasts beyond the week — in partnership with @peppermint247 and @transequalitynow.
Introducing Transcendence: Peppermint x Moody Teas
Our first-ever collaboration blend, created with the one and only Miss Peppermint, is all about transformation, authenticity, and joy. This color-shifting tea celebrates what it means to live boldly and beautifully — with a portion of proceeds supporting the National Center for Transgender Equality.
Steep it. Sip it. Celebrate it. 💙
Shop Transcendence now → moodyteas.co/transcendence
Collaboration Is How We Steep Change
Tea tastes better when we make it together. At Moody Teas, collaboration is how we steep real change—keeping quality tea accessible, celebrating LGBTQ+ joy, and putting people over profit. That’s why we’re partnering with the incomparable Miss Peppermint. We’re saving the product details for launch day (Nov 1), but here’s the heart of it: this collab amplifies queer artistry and gives back, with a portion of proceeds supporting trans rights organizations. If you believe tea should warm more than hands—and build community while it does—you’re in the right place. Subscribe for early access as we count down.
Why We Don’t Do Black Friday Sales (And Why Small Business Saturday Is Different)
Let’s be real—Black Friday is chaos. Long lines, endless emails, and the pressure to snag “deals” that often aren’t even that great. At Moody Teas, we skip the frenzy because, honestly? Our prices are already Black Friday-worthy every day. We believe in fair pricing year-round, so you don’t need to wait for a sale to treat yourself to our small-batch, hand-blended teas.
But don’t get it twisted—just because we don’t do Black Friday doesn’t mean we don’t love showing our customers a little extra love. This year, we’re celebrating Small Business Saturday with a special offer that’s as thoughtful and unique as our blends.
Moody Teas at the Chicago Artisan Market + How to Get Your Free Ticket!
Join Moody Teas at the Chicago Artisan Market in Ravenswood this November 30 and December 1 for a weekend of shopping, sipping, and supporting local artisans! We’re thrilled to bring our handcrafted, mood-enhancing tea blends to this incredible event featuring over 200 talented makers. From seasonal favorites like Holly Berry to wellness-focused blends like Ammunitea, we’ve got something for every tea lover. Plus, don’t miss our exclusive gift sets with fresh-keeping tins and tea accessories—perfect for holiday gifting! Use code "Moody" at checkout to claim your FREE ticket, and come find us at Artifact Events for an unforgettable tea-filled experience.
John’s Big Black Takes: Companies Moving Away from DEI Are Racist
It was only a few years ago that corporate America made a fervent commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). CEOs issued lofty promises of racial justice, putting out statements on Black Lives Matter and committing to significant financial contributions for equity initiatives. But those headlines have since faded. The energy once driving DEI forward has quietly dissipated, replaced by news of budget cuts, layoffs, and economic pressures that all seem to bear one consistent target: DEI programs.