Amid escalating tariffs and trade barriers imposed by the Trump administration, American beret wearers have found themselves cut off from affordable access to authentic headwear. Now, an unusual act of generosity offers both relief and purpose. An American philanthropist (who wishes to remain anonymous), known to be a passionate collector of berets, has donated a significant portion of his collection to South Pacific Berets.
The collection consists entirely of brand-new berets, each fitted in a poly bag with silica desiccant. By arranging shipment from Oregon, USA, this initiative ensures customers face no tariffs, surcharges, or additional government fees—an intentional counter to the financial obstacles that have disrupted the flow of berets into the country.
In keeping with the spirit of the donor, the project goes beyond commerce. Thirty percent of all proceeds from these sales will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders), the international humanitarian organization delivering critical medical aid in crisis zones worldwide.
The effort underscores both a resistance to restrictive trade measures and a commitment to global solidarity. For American beret enthusiasts, it represents a rare opportunity: access to authentic headwear, free from artificial costs, while simultaneously contributing to life-saving work abroad.
Over the next weeks (writing this September 9), the full collection will become available on this page. From
a private collection means only one, occasionally two, of each model is
available for sale.
