About Mana Boutique

The Mana Boutique is your online spot to buy gorgeous gifts you will proudly own or share in good conscience because they are made by women artisans from developing regions of South Africa. The Mana Boutique is your access point to many beautiful, sustainable gifts, accessories and one-of-a-kind items that honor your distinctive style. It is also your touchpoint to the hearts of working women in the motherland of Africa. The Mana Boutique gift items will delight you. The artisans’ stories will leave you breathless. Mana is what happens when strong women with big ideas and bigger hearts come together. Mana started as a brainchild of Michelle Klassen Merrigan and Anni Wilhelmi after they realized how much of an impact COVID-19 had on their communities. Anni, in Cape Town, South Africa, and Michelle, in Detroit, Michigan, knew they had to do something. By supporting our mission, you are choosing to sponsor a local artisan in need of financial stability. These amazing women craft intricate products and pour themselves into their livelihoods. When you purchase from Mana, you are empowering a woman to grow her business, which benefits her family and community. It creates a far-reaching impact, far beyond the cost of the items.Read their story