FOR THE FIRST Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Wednesday, February 12, 2020, a trademark application was filed for FOR THE FIRST with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the FOR THE FIRST trademark a serial number of 88795009. The federal status of this trademark filing is ABANDONED - NO STATEMENT OF USE FILED as of Monday, September 4, 2023. This trademark is owned by John S. and James L. Knight Foundation,Inc.. The FOR THE FIRST trademark is filed in the Paper & Printed Material Products, Leather Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Lace, Ribbons, Embroidery & Fancy Goods, Advertising, Business and Retail Services, Education & Entertainment Services, Personal, and Legal & Social Services categories with the following description:

Arranging and conducting educational conferences; Educational services, namely, conducting informal programs in the fields of First Amendment, using on-line activities and interactive exhibits, and printable materials distributed therewith

Back packs; Backpack straps; Backpacks; Backpacks compatible with personal hydration systems, sold empty; Backpacks for pets; Backpacks incorporating jackets; Backpacks with rolling wheels; Backpacks, book bags, sports bags, bum bags, wallets and handbags; Baby backpacks; Bullet-proof backpacks to protect the contents of the backpack; Military duffle bags, garment bags for travel, tote bags, shoulder bags and backpacks; Pouches and bags sold empty for attachment to backpacks; Protective fitted liners for backpacks and luggage; Sack packs, namely, drawstring bags used as backpacks; Schoolchildren's backpacks; Small backpacks

Sticker albums; Sticker books; Stickers; Stickers and transfers; Albums for stickers; Chalkboard label stickers; Decals and stickers for use as home decor; Decorative stickers for helmets; Decorative stickers for soles of shoes; Magnetic bumper stickers; Removable stickers; Reusable stickers; Vehicle tire lettering stickers

Campaign buttons

Hoodies; Jerseys; Wearable garments and clothing, namely, shirts

Advertising and marketing; Advertising and marketing services provided by means of indirect methods of marketing communications, namely, social media, search engine marketing, inquiry marketing, internet marketing, mobile marketing, blogging and other forms of passive, sharable or viral communications channels; Direct marketing services

On-line social networking services; Online social networking services provided through a community website; Providing on-line computer databases and on-line searchable databases in the field of social networking

Mug trees; Mugs; Mugs of precious metal; Mugs, not of precious metal; Beer mugs; Earthenware mugs; Glass mugs; Insulated mugs; Porcelain mugs
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General Information


Serial Number88795009
Word MarkFOR THE FIRST
Filing DateWednesday, February 12, 2020
Status606 - ABANDONED - NO STATEMENT OF USE FILED
Status DateMonday, September 4, 2023
Registration Number0000000
Registration DateNOT AVAILABLE
Mark Drawing4000 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, June 9, 2020

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesArranging and conducting educational conferences; Educational services, namely, conducting informal programs in the fields of First Amendment, using on-line activities and interactive exhibits, and printable materials distributed therewith
Goods and ServicesBack packs; Backpack straps; Backpacks; Backpacks compatible with personal hydration systems, sold empty; Backpacks for pets; Backpacks incorporating jackets; Backpacks with rolling wheels; Backpacks, book bags, sports bags, bum bags, wallets and handbags; Baby backpacks; Bullet-proof backpacks to protect the contents of the backpack; Military duffle bags, garment bags for travel, tote bags, shoulder bags and backpacks; Pouches and bags sold empty for attachment to backpacks; Protective fitted liners for backpacks and luggage; Sack packs, namely, drawstring bags used as backpacks; Schoolchildren's backpacks; Small backpacks
Goods and ServicesSticker albums; Sticker books; Stickers; Stickers and transfers; Albums for stickers; Chalkboard label stickers; Decals and stickers for use as home decor; Decorative stickers for helmets; Decorative stickers for soles of shoes; Magnetic bumper stickers; Removable stickers; Reusable stickers; Vehicle tire lettering stickers
Goods and ServicesCampaign buttons
Goods and ServicesHoodies; Jerseys; Wearable garments and clothing, namely, shirts
Goods and ServicesAdvertising and marketing; Advertising and marketing services provided by means of indirect methods of marketing communications, namely, social media, search engine marketing, inquiry marketing, internet marketing, mobile marketing, blogging and other forms of passive, sharable or viral communications channels; Direct marketing services
Goods and ServicesOn-line social networking services; Online social networking services provided through a community website; Providing on-line computer databases and on-line searchable databases in the field of social networking
Goods and ServicesMug trees; Mugs; Mugs of precious metal; Mugs, not of precious metal; Beer mugs; Earthenware mugs; Glass mugs; Insulated mugs; Porcelain mugs

Classification Information


International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class018 - Leather and imitations of leather, and goods made of these materials and not included in other classes; animal skins, hides; trunks and traveling bags; umbrellas, parasols and walking sticks; whips, harness and saddlery.
US Class Codes001, 002, 003, 022, 041
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class021 - Household or kitchen utensils and containers; combs and sponges; brushes (except paint brushes); brush-making materials; articles for cleaning purposes; steel-wool; unworked or semi-worked glass (except glass used in building); glassware, porcelain and earthenware not included in other classes.
US Class Codes002, 013, 023, 029, 030, 033, 040, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class026 - Lace and embroidery, ribbons and braid; buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles; artificial flowers.
US Class Codes037, 039, 040, 042, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code026
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code035
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class045 - Legal services; security services for the protection of property and individuals; personal and social services rendered by others to meet the needs of individuals.
US Class Codes100, 101
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, February 18, 2020
Primary Code045
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameJohn S. and James L. Knight Foundation,Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressMiami, FL 33131

Party NameJohn S. and James L. Knight Foundation,Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressMiami, FL 33131

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Tuesday, September 5, 2023ABANDONMENT NOTICE E-MAILED - NO USE STATEMENT FILED
Monday, September 4, 2023ABANDONMENT - NO USE STATEMENT FILED
Thursday, February 16, 2023TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Thursday, February 16, 2023TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Thursday, February 16, 2023ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Thursday, February 16, 2023TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Wednesday, February 8, 2023NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Tuesday, February 7, 2023SOU EXTENSION 5 GRANTED
Friday, February 3, 2023SOU EXTENSION 5 FILED
Friday, February 3, 2023SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Wednesday, August 3, 2022NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Monday, August 1, 2022SOU EXTENSION 4 GRANTED
Monday, August 1, 2022SOU EXTENSION 4 FILED
Monday, August 1, 2022SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Tuesday, February 8, 2022NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Friday, February 4, 2022SOU EXTENSION 3 GRANTED
Friday, February 4, 2022SOU EXTENSION 3 FILED
Friday, February 4, 2022SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Tuesday, August 10, 2021NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Monday, August 9, 2021SOU EXTENSION 2 GRANTED
Tuesday, August 3, 2021SOU EXTENSION 2 FILED
Monday, August 9, 2021CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL
Tuesday, August 3, 2021SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Saturday, February 6, 2021NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Thursday, February 4, 2021SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Thursday, February 4, 2021SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED
Thursday, February 4, 2021SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Tuesday, August 4, 2020NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, June 9, 2020OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, June 9, 2020PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, May 20, 2020NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Thursday, April 30, 2020APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, April 30, 2020ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, February 18, 2020NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Saturday, February 15, 2020NEW APPLICATION ENTERED