Pachacuti (pah-cha-coo-tee) was one of the most powerful rulers of the Inca Empire. Today, he is still remembered for the positive changes he brought about during his rule.
For me, Pachacuti stands for the positive impact I strive to create in today’s world. Over time, the store name is becoming increasingly significant in shaping our business practices. For this reason, we make a sincere effort to reflect solidarity, respect, and Love for our fellow man in all that we do.
Our mission
As a member of the Fair Trade Federation and the Sustainable Business Network of the Lehigh Valley, we at Pachacuti stand behind our commitment to justice and equality for people of all races and cultural backgrounds. Fair trade empowers you, as a buyer, to truly make a difference with your purchase. Your money is helping to build strong, self-sufficient communities in the countries we represent.
What is Fair Trade?
Fair Trade means just what its name implies: fairness.
- The artists who make our products are paid a fair wage
- They are treated fairly in the workplace
- They work in safe labor conditions
By purchasing fair trade merchandise, you are helping to create a world in which individuals are truly valued for their artistic talents and treated accordingly. When people are respected simply because they are people, poverty and oppression become a thing of the past.
Each time you purchase jewelry handcrafted in either India or Nepal from Pachacuti, a portion of our supplier’s profits is donated to the Tibetan Children's Education Foundation. This nonprofit corporation is dedicated to supporting Tibetan schools and school children-in-exile from their homeland. The Bon Foundation and the Tibetan Women's Crossing, Inc. are two other organizations, which also support Tibetan refugees and assist in preserving their culture.
Join us in our vision of a more humanitarian globalization which supports the industrious, creative individual. Purchase Pachacuti products today!
Our friends
Here our some links to a few of our friends who have helped us along the way...
Wellspring Spiritual Center:
An organization that offers classes, workshops, retreats, special events, and journeys which foster personal empowerment and spiritual development in a safe, open-hearted environment.
Wendy Ronga:
friend, advisor, and promotional materials designer
Nancy Hill:
art history expert, photographer, and long time friend
A very special thank you goes out to Walter “Chip” Morris, author of Living Maya, as well as Eric, Josh, and Kirsten for their informative, cultural tour of Mayan textiles.