Our Mission

The mission of The Aloe Family is to provide opportunities for education, well-being, self-sufficiency and healing to resilient communities and individuals facing challenges of poverty and lack of family support.

Every product on this site is hand-made by an entrepreneur in Nashville or in international communities. Many are individuals who have had to overcome immense challenges to survive. Each item represents resilience, growth and strength!

Meet the Entrepreneurs

  • D.

    D. is originally from Honduras and has a incredible story of overcoming challenges of poverty and violence in her home country. With her candle business, D. hopes to provide better opportunities for her family.

  • N.

    N. is a resilient woman who uses a wheelchair and has overcome incredible challenges. She lived for many years in Mexico without access to water or electricity, and her strength continues to inspire us. To support herself and her two children, N. creates beautiful handmade hair scrunchies.

  • A.

    A. lives in Mexico with her four children. While caring for them at home, she has also learned to make candles as a way to help support her family. Her handmade creations are filled with creativity and light.

  • W.

    W. is a strong and creative woman from Honduras. She has overcome great challenges in life. W. now channels her talent into creating hand-screen printed products that reflect her resilience and passion for her craft.

  • E.

    E. is a talented artist and carpenter from Mexico. He makes large wooden statues and engraved items like coasters and cutting boards with great skill and care.

  • J.

    J. is a pastor and community leader in Mexico. She supports her family and church by creating beautiful stickers and handmade lavender candles.

  • A.

    A. is an artist from Mexico who handcrafts unique bracelets, each made with care to support her family.

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