Purchase Organic Dried Mangoes from West Africa from the Mission Market!
Farmers in Burkina Faso like these grow mangoes — your purchase from the Mission Market helps their families and communities
Mary Wilson says, "One of the favorite items in the Mission Market for Millie and me is to share the dried mangoes for a snack. They are fresh and flavorful and perfect instead of something chocolate which she loves. If I give her the choice between the two, she picks the mangoes." A 5 oz bag of dried mango is $5.50.
We’re inspired by Gebana, Equal Exchange's primary partner for these mangoes. Gebana is one of the largest alternative traders in the world, consistently taking risks to support small farmers and help them gain control in the market. In Burkina Faso, the farmers who grow the mangoes are organized into co-ops and the factory, owned by Gebana, employs hundreds of local workers. These endeavors help the farming communities build a better economic future.
Mary is a frequent customer in the Mission Market. "I shop the Mission Market because of the uniqueness of many of the items for gifts—especially for hard-to-shop-for friends. I love that our church is able to assist others who live in areas of the world where it is very difficult to make a living. It provides that great feeling of not only helping our neighbors but also promoting justice for them."
The Mission Market is located on the second floor of First Presbyterian, near the Commons area, James Park Classroom, and the Fellowship Hall. You can shop on Sundays from 9:30-10:50 a.m., or other days by appointment. Contact: Colleen Shannon, bakhom@earthlink.net