Gifts that give Hope
We are a non-profit gift shop run by a group of people who want to make a difference in the lives of the artisans whose products they sell. All of the products that are sold in this shop are purchased from suppliers who adhere to business practices known as “fair trade” in the world of commerce. Examples of the kind of merchandise we are selling can be seen on the Ten Thousand Village and A Greater Gift sites. Fair Trade simply means that the workers are not exploited and are given a fair wage for their work, which is not the case in so many of the “third world countries”. These “fair” practices result in improved living conditions of people throughout the world. People who can barely eek out a living in a “dog eat dog” commercial world are able to make a decent living when working under the umbrella of “fair trade”. To learn more about this trend that is growing as people become more "conscientious consumers", click on the links to the left.
The next time you need a gift or an accent piece for your home, come by and check out our merchandise. It is always fun to shop but you will feel even better when you know that you have helped improve some family’s life with your purchase.
It is the right thing to do.