Drokpo Mercantile

Program Overview

Drokpo Mercantile is a social enterprise initiative launched to mark our organization’s 20th anniversary, a meaningful step toward long-term sustainability and impact. Rooted in the values that have guided us since our founding, Drokpo Mercantile merges purpose with commerce, offering ethically sourced products that reflect integrity, environmental respect, and community empowerment. Proceeds from this venture help sustain our core mission while contributing directly to environmental and social causes.

Where purpose meets purchase—creating impact with every choice.

Program Description

Drokpo Mercantile is more than a business, it’s a movement that unites mindful consumers, local artisans, and our organization’s mission for positive change. Built on the principles of fair trade, ethical sourcing, and environmental stewardship, the initiative serves as both a sustainable revenue stream and a platform for community collaboration.
Each purchase at Drokpo Mercantile supports local livelihoods, uplifts small producers, and contributes to global sustainability efforts through our pledge to dedicate 1% of all proceeds to environmental initiatives.

Strengthen the organization’s financial sustainability to support core programs and initiatives.
Promote ethical, environmentally conscious consumerism.
Empower local artisans, small businesses, and beneficiaries through market opportunities.
Expand community engagement through both online and offline marketplaces.
Reinforce our environmental commitment by donating 1% of proceeds to planet-positive initiatives.

Drokpo Mercantile curates and sells ethically sourced, environmentally friendly products that embody sustainability and integrity. The initiative hosts sales at farmers markets, cultural festivals, and community events, creating direct connections between conscious consumers and local producers. Through collaborations with artisans and community groups, unique purpose-driven products are co-created, reflecting both culture and care for the planet. Online sales and storytelling are managed through social media platforms to expand reach and engagement, while a portion of all proceeds is dedicated to environmental causes that promote a cleaner, healthier world.

Received enthusiastic feedback and growing support from customers and community members.
Established a sustainable revenue stream contributing to the organization’s mission.
Created income opportunities for local artisans, small businesses, and program beneficiaries.
Offered volunteer and engagement opportunities through Le Sherpa and Utpala Farmers Market stalls.
Expanded reach through online sales via Instagram and participation in major fairs (West Coast Picnic 2024, Salt Lake City, Utah | Himalayan Fair 2025, Berkeley, California | Tibet Festival 2025, Seattle, Washington | Tibet Festival 2025, Portland, Oregon | Tibet Tenshung Festival 2025, Dharamsala, India).

Want to Get Involved ?

There are many ways to be part of Drokpo Mercantile’s mission. You can shop with purpose by purchasing our products to support local livelihoods and environmental initiatives, or volunteer your time at market stalls and community events. Local artisans, producers, and designers are invited to collaborate and co-create ethical products that share our values. You can also amplify our impact by sharing our story across social media and community networks. For those wishing to contribute further, donations or sponsorships of sustainability initiatives are meaningful ways to help build a future of shared prosperity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Drokpo Mercantile is a social enterprise dedicated to ethical commerce, sustainability, and community empowerment. It generates income to support our organization’s mission while promoting responsible consumerism.

We allocate 1% of all proceeds to environmental initiatives that promote cleaner, healthier ecosystems.

Local artisans, small businesses, and program beneficiaries who gain fair income opportunities and market exposure.

Products are available at local markets (Le Sherpa, Utpala Farmers Market) and online through our Social Medias or web platform.

You can volunteer, collaborate, or support by shopping consciously, spreading awareness, or donating to our programs.

Our collection includes curated, ethically sourced, and environmentally friendly products that reflect purpose, culture, and craftsmanship.