Bob Dalton’s Journey: Turning Compassion into Action
In 2013, when Bob Dalton’s mother faced the challenge of homelessness, it sparked in him a determination to make a difference.
Bob started by making phone calls to local homeless shelters, asking them what they needed most.
The answer he got became a movement that now spans communities across the nation.
The answer was simple: blankets.
That’s how Sackcloth & Ashes was born – a company founded on a simple yet powerful idea.
For every blanket sold, another is donated to a local homeless shelter.
But Bob’s story doesn’t stop there.
Turning blankets into a bold statement
Bob did more than just build a company. He built a mission.
Sackcloth & Ashes’ blankets deliver both warmth and dignity to people living in homeless shelters, making them feel seen and valued as human beings.
The blankets are also a statement of sustainability.
Through its innovative production process, each Sackcloth & Ashes blanket is made using 100% recycled materials. They’re carded, woven, and finished without the use of water, chemicals, or even dye.
Through this process, Bob emphasizes that businesses can be purposeful, sustainable, and at the same time, profitable.
Championing change from the grassroots
Bob Dalton’s passion for local impact extends beyond Sackcloth & Ashes.
He founded Love Your City (LYC), a platform designed to elevate nonprofits doing meaningful work at the community level.
Through LYC, users can explore local organizations, volunteering opportunities, and multimedia stories of changemakers operating at grassroots levels.
Bob also hosts the Love Your City Podcast, where he sits down with leaders who are driving solutions to local issues.
These candid conversations reveal what it means to build a better world from the ground up.
They’re a powerful reminder that anyone, everywhere, can be a force for good.
Bob’s work hasn’t gone unnoticed.
In 2024, CNN named him one of its Champions for Change, recognizing his leadership in social innovation.
Bob also strongly believes that human beings are designed for communities.
He is working hard to transform the local digital landscape into a space where people can connect meaningfully and feel like they truly belong.
See Bob Dalton at the LMV Startup Bootcamp Weekend
Bob Dalton will bring his insights and energy to the Launch Mid Valley Startup Bootcamp Weekend, happening from January 31 to February 2, 2025, at Linfield University’s W.M. Keck Science Complex.
As the keynote speaker and a member of the judging panel, Bob will share his entrepreneurial journey, offering valuable lessons on building mission-driven businesses.
This three-day event is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, changemakers, and anyone eager to turn ideas into action.
Whether you’re looking for inspiration, mentorship, or collaboration, the LMV Startup Bootcamp Weekend is the perfect place to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit.
Learn more and register here.