JustGoods Fair Trade Marketplace

History

JustGoods was formed by a group from Rockford Urban Ministries, a Methodist Church based ministry also supported by various other local churches, who believe marginalized communities deserve a helping hand to end their poverty. The store was created when an opportunity to purchase a building in a marginalized neighborhood in Rockford, Illinois was available. One of the goals of Rockford Urban Ministries and JustGoods was to help revitalize the Midtown District of Rockford.

Specialties

JustGoods is a not-for-profit fair trade store selling handmade gifts and fairly traded food from over 20 countries around the world. Fair trade ensures farmers and artisans from poor communities are paid a fair living wage for what they produce. By giving them an opportunity to sell their goods, they can help their families take steps to end their poverty.