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Fashionkind's mission is to provide professional clothes to women recovering their self-sufficiency after domestic violence, human trafficking, or substance addiction. Our crowdfunding campaign with the goal of $10,000 will fund the inaugural participant of a new program called Ellevate. One woman at a time, Ellevate will offer valuable experience and skill development in a safe, supportive environment where the bottom line is giving back.

Ellevate’s first intended program participant is Bailey, a 25-year-old currently residing in a sober living home. She completed a rehabilitation program and has been free of substances for over 100 days. Beginning in high school, she spent the better part of a decade in the grips of addiction, unable to attend college or acquire marketable skills. Much of her time is currently focused on developing coping mechanisms for overcoming challenges and supporting other women in recovery. The next step for her is self-sufficiency, beginning with a job.

Fashionkind's Ellevate program will train Bailey in preparation for the workforce. In an environment where the goal is helping others, she will earn money serving the charity while gaining valuable digital marketing skills that are in considerable demand in the workforce. She will assist in areas such as web development, graphic design, and social media marketing. She will gain managerial experience with the coordination of volunteer activities. She will also play a role in the strategic development of the charity’s brand and message. This is especially important since Bailey is the prototypical client Fashionkind aims to reach.

Bailey will transport herself by Uber to and from Fashionkind’s headquarters three days a week for sixteen weeks. In the process she will develop soft skills like punctuality, accountability, and responsibility. There will be an emphasis on self-care including breaks for yoga, meditation, and/or sponsor check-ins. In addition to skills and experience, Bailey will leave with increased self-esteem and confidence, a resume and employer reference, and enough money earned to purchase a reliable vehicle. And, of course, great clothes!

Ellevate’s model is based on the belief that uplifting women will put them in the best position to belong, contribute, and give back to the community. Every woman who overcomes crippling adversity serves as a model to many others. Help us raise to give Bailey a new start!