Millennials Close at Moms' Heels: 2010 Cone Cause Evolution Study

Millennals second only to moms as most socially conscious consumers
Oct 5, 2010 11:00 AM ET
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What Do You Stand For?

Although moms stand out as the most socially conscious segment of consumers, according to the 2010 Cone Cause Evolution Study, it comes as no surprise that their Millennial-aged children (18-24), are close at their heels. Ninety-four percent believe cause marketing is acceptable, and more than half (53%) have purchased a cause product/service in the past 12 months (vs. 88% and 41% respectively for the average consumer).

The Millennial segment provides the clearest view of the nation’s future cause consumers – and the outlook is good. Nearly three-quarters (73%) are willing to try a new product they’ve never heard of if it supports a cause. And, more than a quarter (26%) are willing to pay more for products associated with a good cause.

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