Ten Thousand Villages

Ten Thousand Villages brings together makers across the globe to help break the cycle of poverty. Their carefully selected fair trade products make a difference in the lives of the makers and their communities.

What is fair trade? It’s when makers in developing countries are paid a fair price for their work, giving them enough to afford life’s essentials like food, clean water, healthcare, and education. They offer interest-free microfinance and early payment options helping to empower makers.

Ten Thousand Villages’ vision: “One day all artisans in developing countries will earn a fair wage, be treated with dignity and respect, and be able to live a life of quality.”

They put people and the planet first demonstrated by their commitments.

• Ensuring their makers earn a fair, living wage in safe working conditions building resilient enterprises.
• They are caring for the earth by focusing on locally sourced, recycled, and renewable materials.
• Investing in partnerships that empower communities by working with women, people with disabilities and others to break the cycle of poverty.
• They celebrate craft and culture by preserving the history and knowledge behind the crafts.

There are so many beautiful pieces in their store, each one with its own journey from the maker to your home.

Ten Thousand Villages: Recycled Materials

The products in the Ten Thousand Villages store use a multitude of upcycled materials.

• Upcycled metals
• Upcycled paper & magazines
• Upcycled soda cans
• Upcycled fabric from silk, saris, and other fabrics
• Upcycled bike chains
• Upcycled bottles

Not to mention the jewelry made from old bullets.

Certification

Ten Thousand Villages are a Fair Trade Federation Member and they are a World Fair Trade Organization.

Other Kudos

Is it possible for this company to do more good than they already are? Just take a look at this list above and you will understand.

Recycled Products