We have an announcement! While Feed My Starving Children has always promised transparency and accountability, now it’s official. FMSC MarketPlace^TM is verified by the Fair Trade Federation (FTF)!

“FMSC MarketPlace has always been committed to fair wages, sustainable employment and ethical business practices, but now shoppers can see that commitment backed by the Fair Trade Federation.”
— Sara Peterson, Director of Retail Operations

What does this mean?

Marking FMSC MarketPlace as verified by the FTF has been a long time coming. This verification affirms our belief in supporting dignified work and pay— values that have guided us since the beginning. As it should, the FTF has high standards for members, and FMS is proud to meet all of their requirements, including:

• Fair trade from sourcing to production to supply chain
• Transparency and accountability every step of the way
• Paying artisans fairly and promptly
• Supporting safe work conditions

Feeding families through empowering artistry

If you’re a supporter of FMSC MarketPlace, you probably already know and believe that such ethical shopping makes a real difference in the lives of families, children and communities. Now, it’s just official!

Ensuring the artists that create handcrafted products for the store can feed their families with fair wages and a sustainable livelihood is of the utmost importance. “FMSC MarketPlace is one example of how we pursue dignity, hope and long-term change,” said J.J. Slag, our CEO. We are proud to offer online and in-store customers the assurance that we are upholding the highest standards of fairness and transparency.

FMSC MarketPlace is part of our broader sustainable development programs

Food is the foundation for so much more. Whether it’s Fair Trade Month in October or any other day of the year, we are committed to empowering communities to move from stability to self-reliance. Learn more about FMSC sustainable development programs.

We can’t do this with you — shopping, donating and volunteering. Shop FMSC MarketPlace for holiday gifts or your next favorite home good, accessory or artisan-made apparel.