‘Symbolic gift’ program lets Presbyterians support Peru artisans
LOUISVILLE — A fair trade organization with roots in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is introducing a “symbolic gift” line to bolster the businesses and livelihoods of Peruvian artisans — just in time for Christmas.
The new program of Partners for Just Trade (PJT) — a nonprofit, Christian organization that builds ties between “conscientious consumers” and artisans living in extreme poverty — gives donors the opportunity to purchase goods and services that Peruvian artisans need to start or expand their micro-businesses.
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