Many of the poorer older people in our area live alone, often widowed and with children who have moved far away from their home villages to build new lives. No longer able to work, these vulnerable elderly men and women often struggle to pay for everyday necessities such as food, rent and essential medical costs. RTU's food and pension payments enable them to eat well and keep a roof over their heads. We also provide them with free medical treatment when they need it. Read more
Lovely new sturdy organic cotton aprons in dark blue and pale blue stripes. These have been hand-loomed at the weaving company on RTU premises. Help us support local women in our villages. Read more
This bag is for a large sized pilates or yoga mat. It has been hand-loomed by local village women at the weaving company on RTU premises. It would make an ideal Christmas gift for friends. You would also be helping to support local women in employment at the weaving company. Read more
Protect your essentials with a pop of colour with this block print pocket case. Stitched by tailors in the village where RTU is based, this soft pocket case is fully lined. Sized for most spectacles/sunglasses or phones, it slips easily into a bag or pocket. Read more
Stitched by local tailors in the village where RTU is based, this brightly coloured block-printed purse is fully lined and finished with a pretty front button —perfect for cash, cards, and little essentials. Read more
Arriving 12th November Bright, cheerful, and handmade: this small buttoned purse uses vivid block-printed fabric from Kerala and is neatly finished with a pretty button on the front. Each purse is fully lined. Compact yet practical, it slips easily into a handbag or coat pocket. Read more
Stitched by local tailors in the village where RTU is based, this brightly coloured block-printed purse is fully lined, with a zip at the top and finished with a pretty tassel. Read more
Pack of 8 cards, with envelopes. Message inside reads 'Wishing you a Joyful Christmas and a Happy New Year'. Each card measures 10cm x 15cm. This colourful image of the Holy Family is from a batik made at one of RTU’s workshops. Read more
New for 2025. Bring warmth and light to the festive season with our brand-new Floating Candles Christmas. Card size: 15cm x 15cm (approx. 6" x 6") - 8 in a pack. Inside message: “Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year”. Read more
Beautiful Candles is a new design for 2025. Card size: 15cm x 15cm (approx. 6" x 6") - 8 in a pack. Inside message: “Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year”. Read more
Christmas Tree new design new for 2025. Pack includes: 8 cards with matching envelopes Card size: 15cm x 15cm (approx. 6" x 6") - 8 in a pack. Inside message: “Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year”. Read more
Beautiful new design for Christmas 2025. Pack includes: 8 cards with matching envelopes. Card size: 15cm x 15cm (approx. 6" x 6") Inside message: “Wishing you a Joyous Christmas and Happy New Year”. Read more