A Pop-Up Shop for Women in Need
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I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. - Maya Angelou
Homelessness is still a major epidemic in New York City, with over 61,000 homeless people, including families and children, counted in August 2016. Sadly, that number continues to grow. With so many shelters and programs underfunded and understaffed, distress saturates the space and everyone dwelling within -- from the people in need to the folks who provide those needs. This year, we want to lift some spirits with a new way of giving.
The Pop-Up Care Shop is an interactive charity drive project founded by Kadia Blagrove and Kydee Williams, two NYC writers who are dedicated to the empowerment of women and compassion for humanity. Partnering with different non-profit organizations, we collect donated goods and “set-up shop” to create a fun shopping experience for those truly in need. Items are nicely displayed in retail-fashion and shoppers get to thoughtfully pick out what they want. Our unique method rejects the standard of drop-off donations, and brings the goods to the people directly and with style!
HOW IT WORKS:
Phase 1 - We host a clothing drive social event, hosting locals and influencers. Guests are invited to donate their old goods and learn more about our cause.
Phase 2 - We take those donated goods and set-up shop at charity location.
WHAT WE ARE DOING:
For our first shop, we are treating the homeless women of SAMMON Build , a Bronx shelter for single women and their children, to a holiday “shopping” party they won’t forget! We will bring the donated clothing to the shelter, place items on racks, add some decorations, play some music, and serve yummy refreshments. The ladies will have the opportunity to look through the clothes, choose what they like, all while celebrating the holidays with friends.
Our mission is to redeem the less fortunate with dignity, enjoyment, and, most of all, choice. So many of the women at SAMMON Build have faced hardship because of their loss of choice. Poverty and abuse can make anyone feel powerless, and many homeless women fall victim to these painful realities. We aim to empower these women with the opportunity to choose.
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
To make this event as magical as we envision, we need your support. We are seeking to raise $2000 to:
Rent clothing racks
Buy shelves
Buy decorations
Buy refreshments
Buy cups, napkins, and utensils
Buy shopping tote bags
Buy gift bags and gift bag items
Delivery of tools and items to shop location (at SAMMON Build)
Supplement any costs potential sponsorship won’t meet
We are so thankful for any contribution. You will be helping us make this holiday season really special.
Thanks so much!
- Kadia & Kydee
#GoBeyondGiving
Homelessness is still a major epidemic in New York City, with over 61,000 homeless people, including families and children, counted in August 2016. Sadly, that number continues to grow. With so many shelters and programs underfunded and understaffed, distress saturates the space and everyone dwelling within -- from the people in need to the folks who provide those needs. This year, we want to lift some spirits with a new way of giving.
The Pop-Up Care Shop is an interactive charity drive project founded by Kadia Blagrove and Kydee Williams, two NYC writers who are dedicated to the empowerment of women and compassion for humanity. Partnering with different non-profit organizations, we collect donated goods and “set-up shop” to create a fun shopping experience for those truly in need. Items are nicely displayed in retail-fashion and shoppers get to thoughtfully pick out what they want. Our unique method rejects the standard of drop-off donations, and brings the goods to the people directly and with style!
HOW IT WORKS:
Phase 1 - We host a clothing drive social event, hosting locals and influencers. Guests are invited to donate their old goods and learn more about our cause.
Phase 2 - We take those donated goods and set-up shop at charity location.
WHAT WE ARE DOING:
For our first shop, we are treating the homeless women of SAMMON Build , a Bronx shelter for single women and their children, to a holiday “shopping” party they won’t forget! We will bring the donated clothing to the shelter, place items on racks, add some decorations, play some music, and serve yummy refreshments. The ladies will have the opportunity to look through the clothes, choose what they like, all while celebrating the holidays with friends.
Our mission is to redeem the less fortunate with dignity, enjoyment, and, most of all, choice. So many of the women at SAMMON Build have faced hardship because of their loss of choice. Poverty and abuse can make anyone feel powerless, and many homeless women fall victim to these painful realities. We aim to empower these women with the opportunity to choose.
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
To make this event as magical as we envision, we need your support. We are seeking to raise $2000 to:
Rent clothing racks
Buy shelves
Buy decorations
Buy refreshments
Buy cups, napkins, and utensils
Buy shopping tote bags
Buy gift bags and gift bag items
Delivery of tools and items to shop location (at SAMMON Build)
Supplement any costs potential sponsorship won’t meet
We are so thankful for any contribution. You will be helping us make this holiday season really special.
Thanks so much!
- Kadia & Kydee
#GoBeyondGiving
Organizer
Kadia Blagrove
Organizer
New York, NY
