We have been busy fundraising this past month! The Abby's Closet Board of Directors is excited to announce the totals from two recent events, the Abby' s Closet Holiday Tea & Fundraiser and the 2019 #GivingTuesday social fundraising drive.

First, our Annual Holiday Tea & Fundraiser took place on November 23. We raised over $18,500! As usual, it was amazing to see the continued support of so many familiar faces, as well as many new to the tea event. The tea has become our signature fundraiser. We love to use it as a vehicle to not only raise funds for our annual Prom Dress Giveaway, but to also showcase the impact Abby's Closet has on the young women who benefit each year from our services. This year we had the pleasure of hearing from Auril Edwards who attended the 2019 Giveaway. It was amazing hear about the impact Abby's Closet had on Auril during the event and the feelings of empowerment and strength that continued to carry on long after she left with her dress. All of the proceeds raised at the Tea will help defray the cost associated with our annual Prom Dress Giveaway allowing us to continue to help young women in our community.

Second, Abby's Closet once again participated in #GivingTuesday. #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Through this fun social campaign we were able to raise over $10,000 and surpassed our fundraising goal! A huge thank you to everyone who supported our cause.

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season!

-The Abby's Closet Board of Directors