Joani O.
12/20/2025
They changed their name and moved farther north into downtown Evanston but carry the same unique fair trade items, and still at reasonable prices. I took my daughter here to find a gift for her...
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1509 Chicago Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
Ten Thousand Villages in Evanston, IL, is a nonprofit store dedicated to promoting fair trade by offering handcrafted gifts sourced from artisans in developing countries. The organization emphasizes ethical business practices, ensuring that artisans are paid in full and treated with dignity and respect.
Through long-term fair trading relationships, Ten Thousand Villages creates economic opportunities for these artisans while providing customers with a diverse selection of products, including jewelry, home decor, and gourmet food items. The store also encourages community involvement through volunteer opportunities, fostering a supportive environment for both customers and artisans alike.
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Rebecca R.
5/9/2025
A staple for gifts (for yourself or others) & a store you can feel great about supporting!
Ann M.
3/15/2021
New location on Chicago Ave., in Evanston but still wonderful items and gifts. Helpful staff who even nicely tied ribbons on the fair trade gifts I bought. My friends all loved the necklaces and...
Alice B.
12/19/2019
I came in looking for last minute Christmas gifts and was instantly greeted warmly and told to ask if I needed anything. All of the women working were really nice and helpful, one woman in...
Adriana R.
5/17/2017
I wish I could give TTV a 5 stars reviews since the items they sell are fair trade and beautiful, but thanks to the terrible and unethical manager (Joseph Meyer), I am giving them a one star...
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