Children living in poverty in India seldom receive presents at Diwali, for Christmas or on their birthdays. RTU buys gifts for as many children as possible to help them celebrate a festival or to mark a special day. All our virtual gifts come with a special card for you to personalise for the recipient, or we can personalise it for you. Please click on the picture for more information about what this gift could help to buy. Read more
Pack of 5 assorted hand made embroidered note cards, with envelopes. These very special cards are hand-stitched on handmade paper by RTU foster mothers. The beautiful designs include swans, doves, butterflies, peacocks and flowers. Read more
This gift will help buy everything a child needs to start school for the first time or return for the new school year, including uniforms, school bags, notebooks, pens and other essentials. Please click on the picture for more information about what this gift could help to buy. Read more
This gift will help to provide training in tailoring skills for women in South India. Those who complete our courses receive an accredited qualification, enabling them to find paid work and set up their own businesses. Please click on the picture for more information about what this gift could help to buy. Read more
Hand-woven by local village women and is made from 100% organic fine cotton giving it a lovely, soft feel. Read more
New this year, this beautiful hand-woven scarf is produced by local village women at the weaving company on RTU premises. It is made of fine organic cotton, is very light and vibrant, and would match any outfit Read more
This gift will help pay to educate a young child at an RTU balwadi (pre-school) in South India. Please click on the picture for more information about what this gift could help to buy. Read more
These beautiful orange bags are handmade by local village women who have completed our tailoring courses. They are made from saris which are the colourful garments worn by women in India and all have a stunning trim running down one side. Read more
Lovely red sari bag which has just arrived from India. It has been handmade by local village women who have completed our tailoring courses. Read more
These hand-loomed tea towels made at the weaving company on RTU premises come in a packs of two. Made of sturdy organic cotton, they would work well in any kitchen and make ideal gifts for friends. You would also be helping to support local women in employment Read more
This gift will help us to provide nutritious school meals for the pupils attending our schools. Please click on the picture for more information about what this gift could help to buy. Read more
This gift of a weekly pension payment and other practical support such as food and clothing will help an elderly person living in poverty pay for daily necessities and remain independent for longer. Please click on the picture for more information about what this gift could help to buy. Read more
This hand-loomed scarf is produced by local village women at the weaving company on RTU premises. It is made of fine organic cotton, and the cerise/lime colours are a bright and vibrant combination to liven up any outfit Read more
Take pot luck with out 100% cotton pot holders in a variety of colours made by local women at the weaving workshops at RTU premises. A great stocking filler and a delightful addition to a kitchen! Read more
Sturdy organic cotton aprons hand-loomed at the weaving company on RTU premises. We have oven gloves and tea towels to match. Help to support local women in our villages. Read more
New hand-loomed tea towels made at the weaving company on RTU premises. Made of sturdy organic cotton, they would work well in any kitchen and make ideal gifts for friends. You would also be helping to support local women in employment Read more
This hand-woven scarf is produced by local village women at the weaving company on RTU premises. It has been made in luxurious colours and is a fine light organic cotton. This is a new addition to our range. Read more
This beautiful hand-woven scarf in lovely Autumn colours. It has been produced by local village women at the weaving company on RTU premises. It is made of fine light organic cotton and is full of vibrant colours. Read more
Just arrived from India! Hand-loomed tea towels made at the weaving company on RTU premises. Made of sturdy organic cotton, they would work well in any kitchen and make ideal gifts for friends. You would also be helping to support local women in employment. Read more