In 2010, Travis who is the founder of Red Earth Trading Co. was working in East Africa. He noticed that regardless of the social classes among the natives, they all shared a common goal: Survival. Tourism is a huge part of Africa's income, so many of the artisans' livelihood is dependent on tourists. Travis saw how he could help artisans grow beyond their local market and contribute in helping them have a more secure income. For the previous six years, Travis had also been working on ways to sustain the community development work. The creation of Red Earth Trading Co. allowed both of Travis' goals to be attained.
Red Earth Trading Co. creates hope, and opportunities through trade and business. It is also involved with supporting non-profit organizations in East Africa by donating 5% of each sale. Red Earth Trading Co. has teamed up with artisans in Uganda and Kenya to provide fashionable, unique, and beautiful handcrafted jewelry, accessories, AND home goods.
Red Earth Trading Co. is also involved in the Know Think Act, which helps empower local leaders by helping to end poverty in their communities. You can read more about it here. Red Earth Trading Co. recognizes that the small businesses in Uganda and Kenya are what keeps families out of poverty and helps build their economy. Their support for their artisans extends to helping them manage their business in a variety of markets.
It's an amazing company that provides so many opportunities to help the people of Uganda and Kenya rise from poverty and have a healthy, happy, successful life. To read more about Red Earth Trading Co. and their story please visit their website.
Red Earth Trading Co. has been generous enough to provide you the opportunity to win one of their most sought after necklaces. The simple stag pendent necklace which is valued at $50. This necklace is so beautiful and unique. It is definitely an attention grabbing accessory, and is also a very versatile piece. I think it would fit in with any style type. Below are a few shots of the beautiful piece.
***GIVEAWAY CLOSED***
Giveaway Rules!!!
Giveaway will close Thursday April 3, 2014 at 11:00 PM MST. Winner will be randomly chosen and announced on Friday's inspirational post.
This giveaway is opened to EVERYONE in the US.
Please follow Red Earth Trading Co. on instagram (REDEARTHTRADE) OR their facebook page
follow me on insta (jaimeytripp) OR subscribe to my blog
***For an extra entry go to my instagram page (jaimeytripp) and tag at least two friends.***
Please comment on my blog letting me know how you entered.
Good Luck to you all!
Don't forget to check out Red Earth Trading Co. website. They have such a variety of things and it is all so beautiful and unique!
Jaimey
I love this! I followed red earth trade on insta :)
ReplyDeleteGIVE MEEEE THAT!!! Drooling over it!! Awesome piece for an awesome cause!!! I am now following RED EARTH TRADING CO. on instagram and I tagged 2 friends for an extra entry! Just put my name in the entry 20 times. I'm sure nobody will mind! Ha! NOT!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful necklace!!!! He is a very artistic artisan, what talent!! I have loved following your blog Jaimey and watched the growth develop! Also, the humanitarian spirit which you share with us is so wonderful! I follow you on instagram!! I liked redearthtrade and I have commented of course!!! Thanks so much for your passion!!!
ReplyDeleteThis ones mine lady!!!! :)
DeleteI started following Red Earth Trading on Instagram. Amazing company!
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