Little by little, a little becomes a lot
– Sarah Faur
Many of you know that I spent many years of my adult life living, studying and working in Latin America. It was a journey that opened my eyes, broke my heart, and filled it with joy at the same time.
It was the first time in my life that I got to see working conditions in other countries – and trust me, they’re not very glamourous. I also learned that many of those workers don’t have many choices as to where they can elect to work based on if they like the company or not. In many pueblos there are very few jobs, so you take what you can get – at the pay or working conditions you are offered.
As time went on, this experience in Latin America started to really shift the way I consumed, and most importantly – from whom. I began to make simple but deliberate changes to what I bought because I wanted my purchases to support the people in my community who made or harvested them, not exploit their work or safety to give more profit for an elite few.
For me, this is my personal definition of Fair Trade. It’s a simple way that being deliberate about the consumption of things we buy, which we would do regardless, can help to change the narrative for the workers around the world.
I support Fair Trade. I know that my purchases can make a difference. I know that even just small changes in how we collectively consume will add up into something larger. If more and more people start to become aware of how to purchase products sustainably, together we can indeed make a difference for the planet – and for all of us that call it home.
Chicago Fair Trade exists to educate, activate and celebrate fair trade principles and values. I am so proud to have been elected to their Board of Directors in 2020, even more so in the midst of a world pandemic! Together as an organization we work to cultivate a community dedicated to an economy that values the labor and dignity of all people.
This is why I am directly asking for your financial support by donating to our 2021 Flash Fundraiser. I am aiming to raise $1000 to support Chicago Fair Trade to continue to grow our movement, educate our youth on fair and ethical business practices, and give opportunities for Chicago fair trade business members to grow their impact. In doing so, this momentum to support the wellness, livelihood and safety of workers around the world.
Thank you! Many workers will be grateful for our collective support, and I will be directly grateful for yours.
Help me raise money!
My personal goal is $1,000.00
Donate to our Flash Fundraiser page and make sure to choose my name for your donation inspiration!
Thanks to all the donors!
Thank you! I’ve reached my goal, but let’s not stop there! My donors have raised $3,257.02; let’s keep going!
Catherine Krol
$26.06
October 28, 2021
Anonymous
$31.20
September 29, 2021
Anonymous
$20.00
September 23, 2021
Robbie Klinger
$250.00
September 22, 2021
Bill Rintz
$26.06
September 20, 2021
Cristina Alzamora
$50.00
September 20, 2021
Emily Swish
$20.00
September 20, 2021
Rebecca Faur
$54.00
September 19, 2021
Daniela Baena
$45.00
September 19, 2021
Rose Hersh
$15.00
September 19, 2021
Holly Gillis
$30.00
September 19, 2021
Debbie & Dave Petrone
$10.00
September 19, 2021
Brian Faur
$25.00
September 19, 2021
Spence Warner
$50.00
September 19, 2021
Russell Johnson
$25.00
September 19, 2021
Mary Ellen
$40.00
September 19, 2021
Erin Murphy
$25.00
September 19, 2021
Mariah Karson
$20.00
September 19, 2021
Lynn Sikora
$20.00
September 19, 2021
Amy Rehagen
$10.00
September 19, 2021
Ana Ayala
$25.00
September 19, 2021
Stacey Wrona
$25.00
September 19, 2021
Gigi Borja
$20.00
September 19, 2021
Anonymous
$103.30
September 18, 2021
Andrea Quintanar
$103.30
September 18, 2021
Meghan
$103.30
September 17, 2021
R. Erika Schafer
$50.00
September 17, 2021
Anonymous
$20.91
September 17, 2021
Courtney Campbell
$51.80
September 17, 2021
Lauren
$20.00
September 17, 2021
Jan Dorner
$51.80
Do I need to have an account? I do not need another acct where I have a password…….I already receive the CFT newsletter
September 16, 2021
Jose Hernandez
$26.06
September 16, 2021
Marla Messing
$257.78
September 16, 2021
Stefan Medina
$103.30
Great work Sarah!
September 16, 2021
Debra FitzGerald
$154.79
Thank you for all the great work you do!
September 16, 2021
Carly Visk
$51.80
September 16, 2021
Julia Augustin
$26.06
September 16, 2021
María Fernanda Wetzel
$103.30
September 16, 2021
Nancy Mathyer
$103.30
September 15, 2021
Cynthia Rider
$51.80
Good Luck
September 15, 2021
Anonymous
$145.00
September 15, 2021
Rob Ruzicka
$206.28
September 15, 2021
Carrie & Jason Brumbach
$26.06
September 15, 2021
Meredith
$26.06
September 15, 2021
Anonymous
$103.30
September 15, 2021
Alisa Baum
$51.80
September 15, 2021
Jim& Trude Faur
$50.00
Proud of our daughter Sarah! A real leader!
September 14, 2021
Cynthia Jones
$51.80
September 14, 2021
Joan Harper
$51.80
September 14, 2021
Andrea Dennis
$50.00
Here's to growing this incredible community!
September 14, 2021
Sarah Faur
$100.00
September 12, 2021
Sarah Faur
$50.00
From Giovanna Aguirre
September 12, 2021
Sarah Faur
$100.00
September 12, 2021