Mankato Area Fair Trade Town Initiative (MAFTTI)
Mankato became Minnesota’s first ‘Fair Trade Town’ on October 24, 2011, the 25th in the nation.
MAFTTI started in June 2009 after a visit to Mankato from two Peruvian cooperative workers, Eva Pizarro and Ayde Riveros, organized by Green America and Partners for Just Trade.
Mankato (40,000) lies about 83 miles south-west of the Twin Cities. MAFTTI is continuing to promote the Fair Trade movement in the area, including North Mankato (13,500), on the opposite bank of the Minnesota River, and St.Peter (11,500), 12 miles to the north.
Campaign Progress
Build Your Team
The Fair Trade committee provides leadership and direction for your campaign.
Reach out to Retailers
Work with retail locations in your town to offer two or more Fair Trade products.
Enroll Community Organizations
Each town must have a certain number of community organizations using or serving Fair Trade products.
Commit to Fair Trade Education and Events
Raise awareness of Fair Trade in your community through educational events, media coverage, and other activities.
Pass a Fair Trade Resolution
Work with your city or town council to pass a resolution in support of Fair Trade.
From Our Blog
Our First Fair Trade Bazaar of the 2024 Season is Saturday November 16
November 12, 2024 Get ready for the holiday season with the Fair Trade Bazaars. We kick off at St. John the Baptist Church, 632 S Broad Street, Mankato on Saturday, November 16 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. See the Mankato Fa...Fair Trade Bazaars Days and Times are Here!
October 16, 2024 In the months of November and December, you can support our producers in developing countries by buying beautiful, unique, hand-crafted Fair Trade clothing, Christmas items, and home decor from 10,000...
Getting Colder? How about a Fair Trade Factory jacket?
October 16, 2024 You may be familiar with Fair Trade chocolate, tea, and even crafts, but did you know you can get Fair Trade winter wear? REI https://www.rei.com/ has a selection of Fair Trade jackets. Look for ̶...Fair Trade Locations
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