Threads of Hope Information

Threads of Hope is a vibrant, international, non-profit economic development project, committed to holistic empowerment of artisans in the developing world. ToH purchases, imports, and sells artisan created textiles throughout the U.S. 100% of profit from textile sales fund a poverty alleviation grant pool. Individual grants are awarded to artisans for education, healthcare, housing, and small business development. In rural/remote communities, artisan groups are awarded communal grants in areas including, but not limited to: medical care, clean water, and educational supplies. Ongoing holistic development supports are also provided to the artisan groups. Through a national support system of 150+ volunteers and compassionate retailers, ToH surpassed $2M in sales in 2014. From 1999 - 2006 ToH expanded the number of artisans served from 7 to 27. In 2009 infrastructure development and expansion initiatives began. Collaborations have since been forged between ToH, other non-profits, service groups, pro bona professionals, Universities, and numerous small businesses. In 2013 ToH connected to new rural artisan groups, bringing total expansion to include over 700 artisans. 2012 - ToH was certified as "Best In America" by Independent Charities of America www.threadsofhopetextiles.org www.facebook.com/threadsofhopetextiles http://pinterest.com/threadsofhope https://squareup.com/market/threads-of-hope https://twitter.com/ThreadsofHope2