about market earth
Shop for good.
fair trade.
Fair trade is an institutional arrangement designed to help producers in developing countries achieve better trading conditions. seeks to promote greater equity in international trading partnerships through dialogue, transparency, and respect. It promotes sustainable development by offering better trading conditions to, and securing the rights of, marginalized producers and workers in developing countries.
recycled & upcycled.
Upcycling is when an item is redesigned, modified or adapted to a new and better purpose, usually with better quality than the original. With thoughtful design, the new item has an artistic aesthetic, often rivaling or surpassing items found in the most expensive galleries. Upcycling makes a positive impact on the environment
giving back.
Products are sourced from providers who commit to supporting non-profit groups through charitable donations, community partnerships, and low interest loans to marginalized, threatened, and minority populations throughout the world. Doing so breaks the cycle of poverty and ensures all people are treated with dignity and respect, with the opportunity for education, enterprise and the ability to live a rich and meaningful life.
our philosophy
We believe in supporting the artisan spirit at Market Earth through local artists, fair trade partners and recyclers from around the world. We strive to find unique products that share our visions of supporting a global marketplace with exceptional standards of quality and creativity. All our goods represent our philosophy of social awareness and we are proud to be a purveyor of change in the way we treat this beautiful earth and all the people, everywhere, who live on it.
what customers are saying.
The cutest shop I’ve ever been to, staff is really nice there!
Very cool little shop. Stop in just to check out the funny socks!! Bought a bunch to bring home to family and friends – they all loved them!!
Great gifts, clothes & bags. Reasonable prices & helpful staff. My go to in Fort Myers Florida! Love it.
why do we do this?
As the founder of Market Earth, Karen combined her desire to help improve the lives of others with the opportunity she felt existed to create a place people could shop for quality products, that could also make a difference. Over the years, volunteer efforts with several organizations showed her that most people want to be a part of a better world but not everyone knew how to start or where to go. Ready for a change herself, she left the only job she’d ever known and jumped off the corporate cliff embarking on the journey that is now Market Earth. Ask her and she’ll say she’s a work in progress, excited for what’s still to come and ever grateful for everyone supporting her along the way. When not working on Market Earth you might find her with her dog. If you do see her, please give her directions because she’s probably lost.