Description
Providing school supplies and a soccer ball to impoverished children is an investment in their education, well-being, and future. It helps overcome barriers to learning, and empowers children to break free from the cycle of poverty.
Unlocking education
Poverty creates significant educational barriers in many developing countries. In disadvantaged communities, many children lack basic school supplies, hindering their ability to engage in their studies fully. Items such as notebooks, pencils, erasers, and rulers may seem small, but they profoundly impact a child’s educational journey.
Enriching lives through play
Education is not just about academia — it’s also about fostering holistic development. That’s why the gift of a soccer ball is so important. This gift adds an extra dimension of joy and recreation to the lives of children in need. Through play, they develop physical fitness, coordination, and social skills essential for their overall growth and well-being.
A brighter tomorrow
Providing school supplies and a soccer ball has a profound impact. By investing in both education and physical development, you give our vulnerable children a chance to break free from the cycle of poverty and create a brighter future for themselves and their communities. Your gift brings hope, sparks dreams, inspires curiosity, and instills a love for learning.
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Why Support our new Pilot Inititaive
A Mercado Global handbag isn’t just an accessory—it’s a meaningful gift that represents hope and resilience. When you shop on our website you're making the statement that poverty isn't inevitable.
Every purchase helps create a stable economic environment within impoverished communities, which can lead to food security and reduce dependency on aid. It’s an investment in breaking the cycle of poverty through fair trade practices that uplift entire communities.
Each handbag is a unique piece of art, handcrafted by skilled artisans who draw on traditional techniques passed down through generations. This supports cultural preservation while giving artisans a source of pride and financial independence.
Flora Petite Crossbody in Turf Moss
Flora Petite Clutch in Lavender Maple
Mini Lily Wristlet in Cream Soda
Handbags are ethically crafted, prioritizing fair labor practices and sustainable production. With each purchase, you’re helping prove that we can tackle poverty through sustainable community development.
Buying a Mercado Global handbag provides sustainable income for artisans in marginalized communities, directly helping them support their families. By working part-time, artisans can make up to $8 a day, which is enough to lift themselves out of poverty over the course of a few months of engagement.
By shopping with us, you’re supporting a test initiative designed to demonstrate that we can build a sustainable, closed-loop system between our micro-enterprise programs and an online marketplace. If the test is sucessful we'll be able to scale up our programs.