FAIR WEAVE: Weaving a Way Forward
In the Phnom Srok district of northwestern Cambodia, Khmer women have been weaving since the 13th century. Beautiful handwoven blankets and textiles are made on traditional looms with skills handed down from mother to daughter for generations. FAIR WEAVE is a social enterprise that enables Cambodian women to use their traditional weaving skills to earn a decent income, improving the financial future of the whole region.
Why We Invested: Vidrio Artesanal Xa Quixe
R.I.S.E. Artisan Fund is investing in Vidrio Artesanal Xa Quixe, a Mexican company inventing eco-friendly processes to create blown glassware of exceptional quality from recycled glass. Through innovations in clean energy, proprietary designs for furnaces and equipment, and engagement of the local community, Xaquixe demonstrates its commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its artisan production.
2025 Market Development Grants
R.I.S.E. Artisan Fund Announces 2025 Market Development Grants!
R.I.S.E. Artisan Fund is proud to announce the recipients of its Market Development Grant Program for 2025. The program supports artisan enterprises with a clear mission to increase incomes to underserved communities, preserve traditional craft techniques, and address the environmental impact of their production.