Discover the latest updates to our operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

During our founding, we were directly inspired by the meaning behind our organization's name. Simply, "anchal" means protective shelter in Hindi. And it is our vision that not only Anchal provides protection to our artisans, but is also extended to our greater community - bringing you warmth and comfort during these uncertain times.

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This has been a record year of success and impact in 2018 for Anchal. Continue reading

Our first collection of bandanas, natrually dyed by Anchal artisans in India. Continue reading

 Impact reporting is so vital to our program because it allows us to see how our efforts are changing the lives of the women we work with, and their families. Learn how our artisans are making their own social impact through the two very different stories of Shama and Shamina.  

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Share in our excitement of International Women's Day as we celebrate with our artisans this year, in India!

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We are excited by the idea of a brand new year, waiting on the horizon, full of possibility. As 2017 has come to a close, we want to take a moment to look back and  and celebrate all we have accomplished this year, reset the bar high for an impactful 2018. Continue reading

Our Designing Colorful Change program is underway in India as several artisans take a trip to learn about natural dyeing and block printing. Continue reading

On this special International Women’s Day on March 8th, Anchal sponsored the growth and success of over 300 women with a well-deserved day off and party. Continue reading

2016 was an amazing year! Join us in celebrating all the accomplishments of our team and artisans. Continue reading

See all the ways your generous Road to India donations fundraiser were put to use during our recent trip. Continue reading