Why Fair Trade Makes Sense
Silver beaker from the Chimu People. While there is much skepticism around Fairtrade and all that it entails, I see wonderful things happening despite those criticisms. There will never be a quick...
View ArticleA Fair Trade World
This is a look at Fair Trade and its impact on the lives involved. Does it work, or is it just a marketing scheme? This has been a question asked by many over the past several years. But first we must...
View ArticleA Slave Free Valentine’s Day
It’s that time of year again when we get to indulge in chocolate and romance. However, the chocolate has a dark side that many of us are unaware of. The majority of our chocolate is sourced from the...
View ArticleEmpty Your Box
Then Listen & Learn… I was talking with one of our Board Members (Jen Mellor) and she was sharing a wonderful truth she learned from a dear friend in the Philippines. We were talking about...
View ArticleThe Difference Between Free Trade & Fair Trade
Free Trade Vs. Fair Trade – Not The Same! Many people confuse the terms “Free Trade”, which has played a major role in countries’ trade policies in the past few decades, with “Fair Trade“. The table...
View ArticleCotton Producers in India
The Source of Our Fair Trade Cotton Shirts The Chetna Organic Cotton Project was launched in 2004 to improve the livelihoods of small, marginalized Indian farmers through the integration of organic and...
View ArticlePartners with Fair Trade USA
Accountability How many times has the question been asked when purchasing a Fair Trade product, how do I really know that my dollars are helping people in the developing world? Fair Trade USA is a 501...
View ArticleWhat Grade Coffee Are You Drinking?
Vivente Coffee only serves Grade 1 coffees which is the highest grade on the market and considered a Specialty Coffee. So how do we ensure the quality that you demand? We work with one of the best in...
View ArticleHow Does Fair Trade Help The Poor?
USING TRADE TO BALANCE EQUALITY IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD Fair Trade farmers and producers are guaranteed a fair price for their crops and goods. They are empowered to compete in the global marketplace...
View ArticleFair Trade Wedding Favors
Check out these wedding favors in burlap bags — What a great way to support Fair Trade and wow your guests all at the same time!! Contact us below if you want assistance with these fun favors!...
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