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Who we are...
The Mora and Mahogany Corporation is a business venture dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations through the sales of high quality, unique handicrafts, while empowering artisan communities around the world. The items we import are created by artisans in Africa and Central America. We recognize the importance of responsible trade and pay fair, living wage prices for the goods we purchase. This enables our artisans to support themselves and their families with their craft.

Where we came from...
Mora and Mahogany was co-founded by Jasmine Schmidt and Cheryl Middaugh as an innovate approach to addressing many global and business issues. As two young women heavily steeped in nonprofit work they decided there had to be a way to help further the work of domestic nonprofits, increase knowledge and education surrounding global issues, and offer assistance to those struggling financially in developing countries.

Mora and Mahogany provides nonprofit organizations in the U.S. access to a zero-risk fundraising program that not only makes them money, but also offers their membership an opportunity to learn about and participate in fair trade consumerism. The products sold in the fundraisers are bought at fair prices from producers around the world, helping to end unfair labor practices and support artisans in developing countries.

Mora and Mahogany co-owners Middaugh and Schmidt also donate their profits to nonprofit organizations they support.

But why the name?
Mora is a light wood found in Latin and South America used by artisans to create beautiful handcrafted products such as bowls and trays. Mahogany is a dark wood found in Africa used in intricate wood carvings. These two woods together represent our commitment to preserving diversity while simultaneously promoting global unity.

Mora and Mahogany co-founders Schmidt and Middaugh