The Tote Project Launches The Origins Collection for Holiday 2025, Supporting Trafficking Prevention in Haiti
The Tote Project, the fair trade lifestyle brand dedicated to ending human trafficking, proudly announces the launch of The Origins Collection-a reimagining of their beloved totes and pouches just in time for the holiday season. This milestone collection reflects on the company’s roots while charting a path forward with an even greater focus on trafficking prevention.
Michelle Chavez (LEFT) and Fay Grant (RIGHT) of The Tote Project
Crafted with purpose, The Origins Collection features:
Totes
Made in India with Fairtrade certified organic cotton, printed to order in the U.S. using eco-friendly inks. Each tote contains an interior water bottle pocket and cell phone pocket. Each retails for $45 at TheToteProject.com.
Hold On To Hope Tote by The Tote Project
Free to Bloom Desert Tote by The Tote Project
Dog Lover Tote by The Tote Project
Totes by The Tote Project
Pouches
Lining and tassels made from upcycled sari materials, each pouch is ethically sewn by survivors of exploitation and women at-risk of trafficking, offering artisans fair wages, education, healthcare, and vital support services.
Free to Dream Pouch by The Tote Project
“The Tote Project has always been about more than just beautiful, functional accessories-it’s about carrying hope and creating impact with every purchase,” said Fay Grant and Michelle Chavez, co-founders of The Tote Project. “This holiday season, we are honored to deepen our mission by partnering with Impactful Missions to protect vulnerable children in Haiti.”
Free to Forage Pouch by The Tote Project
Partnership with Impactful Missions
In 2025, The Tote Project is donating 10% of its net profits to support Impactful Missions, which works through the Impact International Institute of Haiti. At a time of severe instability and insecurity in the country, children face heightened risks of exploitation and human trafficking. Impactful Missions is addressing this crisis by providing at-risk children in Fond Doux with accessible education, nutritious meals, and a safe refuge.
This collaboration reflects The Tote Project’s core commitment to trafficking prevention, complementing its long-standing efforts in survivor support, awareness building, and ethical manufacturing. To date, The Tote Project has invested over $100,000 in orders with fair trade partners, donated more than $50,000 to survivor-focused nonprofits, and been recognized by Congress for its impact in the fight against human trafficking.
The Origins Collection is available now at www.TheToteProject.com
The Tote Project
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Founded by best friends Michelle Chavez and Fay Grant, The Tote Project was built on the belief that fashion can be a force for freedom. Every product is Fair Trade Federation verified, ethically crafted, and designed to raise awareness while funding life-changing initiatives. From mentoring survivors and hosting art workshops in Los Angeles to partnering globally with fair trade artisan groups, The Tote Project empowers women and inspires conscious consumers to “hold on to hope.”
All images courtesy of The Tote Project.
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