Creative Women of the World
RetailIndiana, United States2-10 Employees
Creative Women of the World is a nonprofit based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, that operates a retail storefront as well as an online shop. The organization aims to help women transform their lives and communities by addressing poverty, human trafficking, and disaster-related hardship through entrepreneurship and creativity. Founded in 2011 by Lorelei VerLee, CWOW opened its storefront on Wayne Street in 2013. The boutique sources Fair Trade handmade products from more than 50 countries. Beyond retail, CWOW conducts business training and consulting in eleven countries to help women develop sustainable enterprises. Its customers include shoppers seeking ethically produced crafts.