In 1998 Diane's Paperworks was established to support the already gifted, but struggling communities of India. They value traditional crafts and desire to raise the standard of meager village incomes. Through developing new innovative designs, raising the standard of quality, linking local artisans with the global marketplace, and advocating for sustainable development, they are able to bring a whole new paradigm to multinational business: a company with a conscience.

With training and development of viable products they are able to bring the market to the village, where the producer and the community can benefit directly. 100% of profits are turned back into the artists and their communities. Medical care and clean water wells are only a few examples of such programs. Their commitment to the environment is also expressed by using paper made only from recycled cotton.

Men and women artisans from several villages now have the finances for education and healthier families. Diane's Paperworks also encourages their workers to start their own businesses, giving them independence. Beyond that, since most women have never been beyond a 5th grade education, Diane's Paperworks works along side them to teach them math and reading skills. Empowering women to have respect for themselves and their rights is an important goal. Women are also empowered through dignified work and participation in decisions. Since the conception of Diane's Paperworks, there has been incredible transformation of not only in the individual lives of the artisans, but throughout whole communities.