Mantra Gems is committed to making a difference in women's lives through empowerment and support. One way we advance this mission is by donating a portion of sales to these stellar organizations.
	Women for Women International mobilizes women to change their lives by bringing a holistic approach to addressing the unique needs of women in conflict and post-conflict environments. The organization begins by working with women who may have lost everything in conflict and often have nowhere else to turn. Participation in its one-year program launches women on a journey from victim to survivor to active citizen. As women who go through its program assume leadership positions in their villages, actively participate in the reconstruction of their communities, build civil society, start businesses, train other women and serve as role models, they become active citizens who can help to establish lasting peace and stability. To learn more, visit http://www.womenforwomen.org
	Opportunity International and the Women's Opportunity Fund are dedicated to the needs and well being of the poorest of the working poor. The organizations provide small microfinance loans -- sometimes as little as $50 -- as well as banking, insurance and other financial services that allow poor entrepreneurs to start or expand a business, develop a steady income, provide nutritious meals and education for their children and create jobs for their neighbors. To learn more, visit http://www.opportunity.org