At Handmade Art, people come first. We support those living in vulnerable conditions—either experiencing homelessness or incarceration—through training, productive work and lawful income that pave the way to a self-sustaining life.
Technical and socio-emotional workshops: wood, ceramics, textiles and more; plus soft skills, basic finance and job readiness.
Productive work within prisons and partner spaces, with quality standards, fair pricing and traceability.
Follow-up after release until autonomy: job placement, mentoring and support networks.
We currently run our integrated program within the Carlos Luis Fallas facility. Through craftsmanship, people access a real second chance with productive work and lawful income.
Note: Legal topics are detailed on a dedicated page. This “About” section presents the general overview.
SobrePoxi, a leading brand in Costa Rica for industrial epoxy flooring and luxury resin furniture, is our main sponsor and driving partner. Their financial, technical and logistical support sustains workshops, secures materials and amplifies social impact.
This alliance also opens the door to new productive lines—including textiles—always aligned with the legal framework and the relevant authorities.
Learn more about SobrePoxiCreate second chances through artisanal work, connecting talent with market demand and accompanying each process until self-sufficiency.
Be a benchmark for socio-productive reintegration in Costa Rica and the region, blending craft, quality and dignity to transform lives.
We explore expansions to legally permitted activities—such as the textile industry—to diversify training and income for the people we serve.
Each expansion will be implemented based on technical feasibility, market demand and authorization from the relevant authorities.
Our catalog includes wood pieces (coffee drippers, frames, mirrors), ceramics and curated textiles, with quality control and origin traceability.
Every purchase, donation or share counts. Your support turns talent into real life opportunities.
