FAIR TRADE REQUIRES FAIR PLAY – MAY 31, 2012
Donating
to a cause to benefit others is heartwarming, and let’s be honest— isn't that
why we do it a lot of the time, to make ourselves feel good? Well, there
are better ways to help than just throwing money at a problem like hunger,
poverty or the lack of clean drinking water.
Giving
to an organization that empowers others to accomplish something—like creating a
marketable product—can not only boost your own good feeling, but will boost the
receiver of your good will as well.
Threads of hope is
an organization that our family has worked with to raise money, as well as do
something fun that shares the love of Christ with others. Ordering their
handmade “friendship” bracelets is easy, click here for their order page. You can find their fundraiser opportunities here.
The
equal exchange coop is an organization that works to support farmers around the
world, through cooperative organizations, using sustainable farming
methods. Visit the equal exchange site and see all the products they offer for purchase.
You can also read their side of the fair trade debate.
There
is a lot to be said for the rules of the playing field, and keeping it level
for everyone is essential. There are several stories about the fair trade
industry where coffee is concerned, and i wanted to share multiple sources to
allow you to draw your own conclusions.
KFVS reported this story from the associated press:
The
semissourian has this story:
Fair
trade products are available at local retailers. If you would like to
purchase fair trade certified products, you need to look for these logos on the
container:
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