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Eco-conscious travelers will be pleased to know that Claremont, California, is recognized as Southern California’s first Fair Trade Town. This designation reflects the city’s commitment to supporting merchants who prioritize ethical sourcing—favoring small producers locally and globally who meet rigorous environmental standards, ensure safe working conditions, pay fair wages, and prohibit forced or child labor.
Fair Trade Claremont is a collaborative effort among citizens, businesses, civic organizations, schools, and faith communities, all working together to promote awareness, accessibility, and use of Fair Trade products. Their mission is to help reduce poverty, improve lives, and protect the planet through more responsible consumer choices.
Find more information at fairtradeclaremont.org.
Claremont Fair Trade Shops
Shop Fair, Shop Local in Claremont
Claremont is proud to support Fair Trade through a variety of locally owned shops, boutiques, cafés, and markets. Thanks to the efforts of Fair Trade Claremont, these businesses offer ethically sourced products that make a global impact. Whether you’re looking for handcrafted goods, everyday essentials, or a sweet treat, each purchase supports fair wages, safe working conditions, and environmental sustainability.
Here’s a curated selection of Fair Trade-friendly businesses in Claremont:
Shops & Boutiques
| Aromatique Skin & Body Care 319A W. First Street (909) 626-7422 www.aromatiqueskincare.com Fair Trade: Coconut oil |
Buddhamouse Emporium |
Cloud Nine Printing (formerly Cloud Nine Paperie) 415 W. Foothill Blvd #132 (909) 624-3147 www.cloudninepaper.com Fair Trade: Greeting cards, custom invitations, artisan-made papers, journals |
| Grove Vintage 101 N. Indian Hill Blvd. (909) 625-2380 Fair Trade: Jewelry |
Hendricks Pharmacy 137 N. Harvard Avenue (909) 624-1611 Fair Trade: Soap, gum |
Phebie’s NeedleArt |
| California Botanic Garden Gift Shop 1500 N. College Avenue (909) 625-8767 Fair Trade: Jewelry, hand-painted gourds, posters, and prints |
Cafés, Restaurants & Markets
| Bert and Rocky’s Cream Co. 242 Yale Avenue (909) 625-1852 Fair Trade: Chocolate ice cream, handmade chocolate candy |
Euro Café 546 Baseline Road (909) 621-4666 www.eurocafeclaremont.com Fair Trade: Select coffee and tea – ask for details |
Le Pain Quotidien |
| The Motley Coffeehouse 1030 Columbia Avenue (909) 607-3967 www.motlecoffeehouse.com Fair Trade: Coffee |
Saca’s Mediterranean Cuisine 248 W. Second Street (909) 624-3340 Fair Trade: Coffee |
The Spot 435 W. Foothill Blvd. (909) 447-4223 Fair Trade: Coffee, açaí |
| Some Crust Bakery 119 Yale Avenue (909) 621-9772 www.somecrust.com Fair Trade: Coffee (served by the cup and available for home brewing) |
Wolfe’s Market 160 W. Foothill Blvd. (909) 626-8508 www.wolfesmarket.com Fair Trade: Coffee, tea, quinoa |
Shop with Purpose: Discover Claremont’s Fair Trade Treasures
Claremont’s commitment to Fair Trade goes beyond a designation—it’s a community-wide effort rooted in ethical shopping and global responsibility. By supporting locally owned businesses that carry Fair Trade products, visitors can make a meaningful impact on the lives of artisans and producers around the world. Whether you’re picking up Fair Trade coconut oil at Aromatique Skin & Body Care or selecting artisan-made paper goods at Cloud Nine Printing, each purchase helps reduce poverty, improve lives, and protect the planet.
Claremont is home to more than a dozen vendors offering a diverse range of Fair Trade products. Your choices help support a more just and sustainable future. For more information on how to support Fair Trade in Claremont, visit fairtradeclaremont.org. Shop with intention—because every purchase matters.