Helping people connect one stitch at a time.
Employment. Confidence. Community.
"The first ten years of my life were spent in eight different foster homes until I was adopted. After High School, I worked on and off at nine different jobs. My mental health struggles and the accompanying stigma were obstacles to successful employment for me. At Mindful Works, I have gained so much confidence. I started with very short shifts and am now working more than 15 hours per week. I've gained so many skills, including stitching, sales, time management and self confidence."
-Tracy, Mindful Works Program Participant
Tracy's happiness and stability are obvious as she bursts into the Shoppe each day, full of energy as she greets everyone with her contagious smile. She, and many of our program participants have expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work in a stigma-free shop and be a part of our community... and happy to earn a paycheck!
Your donation is greatly appreciated and will go directly toward our daily operating costs, which include buying fabric, paying rent, repairing machines, and paying our apprentices. Here’s how your donation can make a difference:
$1000 – One Months Rent and equipment
$500 – A New Sewing Machine
$200 – Sewing Machine Maintenance and Service
$100 – Ingredients and Skilled Labor for Three Dozen Cookies
$50 – Three Hours of Dignified Work