Christmas shopping for a female? Trades of Hope

Hey everyone. My wife recently brought this up to me and I really liked the idea. It's a company called Trades of Hope. Thought it would be a great way to get some good gifts for the women in our families (mainly jewelry) and support the cause. Here is the the main message from the founders of the company.

So many women live in poverty, not because they lack abilities, but because they lack opportunity. We started Trades of Hope to give women that opportunity for a better life. Each woman has a story, and with Trades of Hope's help, their story has changed from pain and struggle to a story of hope!

We work with the artisans themselves and organizations that are helping women in difficult circumstances. Some women have been rescued from sex slavery. Others are raising handicapped children alone. Some are in war torn countries and others have HIV/AIDS and leprosy. These women have never had the chances we've had, yet they are just like us in so many ways. They love their families and hope and dream of a better life for them.

We are helping by marketing their products through the home party model, so they can put food on their table, a roof over their head, get medical care and an education for their children. We want to tell their stories to the world! We have a heart for ministry and business, and through this we have started separate successful non-profit organizations and businesses. Together, we have a combined 30 years of experience. This has given us the tools and drive we need to help women and make an impact on the world! As mothers and daughters, we also wanted to partner together to help create a beautiful world for the next generation. Check out our bios below to read our personal stories.
Elisabeth, Gretchen, Holly, & Chelsie



Just thought id share this with anyone who is interested. I will be supporting this and it will make for some good hand made gifts for my sister, mom, grandma, etc...