Fair Trade Towns USA is a new campaign organized by local and national Fair Trade advocates to encourage and support the Fair Trade Movement in the US.

Following the example of the Fair Trade movement in Europe, the campaign supports local “grassroots” groups by offering tools and resources to become a Fair Trade town or city. Fair Trade Towns brings these local groups together, united with the common goal of making Fair Trade products the standard in the U.S. - one community at a time.

The town of Media, PA is the first Fair Trade Town in the US. They recently ordered a slew of Fair Trade soccer balls, footballs, and basketballs to outfit their schools, parks, and recreational leagues. Perhaps your town is next!

Special thanks to Melody Hamby for the great photo!