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.
Hadithi Crafts: Turning Stories of Hope into Lasting Change
Hadithi Crafts Support CBO is a community-based artisan enterprise that weaves together wildlife conservation, sustainability, and traditional craft while creating jobs in rural Kenya. Launched in 2014 with 500 women, Hadithi now works with around 1900 artisans, who support over 10,000 family members, living in the communities surrounding Tsavo, a critical ecosystem for elephants and other wildlife. By offering sustainable livelihoods, Hadithi helps protect wildlife and preserve the delicate balance of nature in the Tsavo national parks in southeastern Kenya.
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.