UNITE is a social organization that raises money to support their work in advancing women's health, education and microfinance programs throughout Tanzania through its philanthropic online store. UNITE has a view to being a portal of service in which each individual can become a part of the solution, an important ideal of social enterprise.
UNITE seeks to provide a platform in Africa in the hopes of enabling "impactful connections," identifying and partnering with local grassroots initiatives and "small-yet-exceptional" non-governmental organizations who are working to create positive change but need support from the West.
Founded in 2010, UNITE's Ashe Collection is a line that showcases unique African artistry and a product of a partnership with Milk Sono. The Ashe Collection is comprised of jewelry and accessories including bags, belts and shoes. UNITE also organizes humanitarian outreach tours to Africa with several exciting volunteer-tourism opportunities.
Contact Information
UNITE website
UNITE on Facebook
Philanthropic Online Platforms
UNITE is Working to Enable Impactful Connections Throughout Africa
Trend Themes
1. Philanthropic Online Platforms - Providing a platform for philanthropic online stores in Africa with unique product lines supports the growth of microfinance programs, entrepreneurship, and small-yet-exceptional NGOs.
2. Impactful Connections - Connecting local grassroots initiatives with philanthropic Westerners creates mutual growth opportunities and builds bridges between international communities.
3. Volunteer Tourism Opportunities - Providing volunteer tourism opportunities with a philanthropic mission diversifies revenue streams and builds interest around social enterprise initiatives.
Industry Implications
1. Social Enterprise - The Ashe Collection by UNITE creates unique partnerships and lending opportunities for African artisans to expand their businesses and product lines.
2. E-commerce - Providing an online store for local African artisans and entrepreneurs creates an e-commerce space for unique products and revenue opportunities to support microfinance programs.
3. Non-profits - Partnering with small but impactful NGO's, UNITE creates a bridge between international philanthropists and local initiatives that can create positive change.