FDR once said, "A nation that destroys its soils destroys itself." We hold this true in every aspect of our manufacturing process. We don't use any harmful chemicals and our fabrics are made from 100% pre-consumer petroleum byproducts which means. To find out more about our environmental impact, visit our "Vision" page.

For several years now, STI has been working directly with the Gaston Correctional Center to provide job opportunities for non-violent offenders. Since 2019 we have provided work for 42 people that are taking action in changing their lives for the better.

Not only do we provide them with work while they are incarcerated, we guarantee them work upon release which improves their chances for parol and early release. Since 2019, 12 offenders have been released and have retained employment at STI.

Although this program is in place, there are certain qualifications that must be met in order to be accepted. At select work camps, NCDPS case managers offer STI applications to offenders who are eligible based on work release requirements. Qualified applicants must be 6 month infraction free, case plan compliant, good work history, vaccinated, agree to pay restitution, child support and transportation to and from work.  Once we receive the applications, the same interview and hiring process begins as if we were interviewing civilian applicants.