Vanessa's Formal Closet has always been a safe haven in our Stone Mountain community, operating seasonally right out of my home. We offer prom and special occasion wear to individuals with disabilities, while also serving as a vital bridge to connect our clients with essential community resources. Sadly, our cherished home base is in critical danger. A severe termite infestation has compromised the house's foundation, causing rapid deterioration. It is becoming unsafe for my family, our visitors, or our incredible team.
We operate entirely through the dedication of an all-volunteer staff. Right now, our volunteers are eager to get back to work, but losing this physical space means halting the transformative community moments we facilitate. While our home's foundation is literally crumbling, our commitment to serving remains unshakable.
To save our home and restart our mission, we are launching our "Build the Foundation" Brick Campaign with a goal to raise $35,000. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, every brick donation you make is 100% tax-deductible. We are asking our community to donate a brick to help rebuild our structure. Every single donation represents a structural block that will directly fund the critical foundation repairs and termite eradication we desperately need.
You can choose your level of impact and buy a tax-deductible brick to help us rebuild, brick by brick:
$5 – The Mortar Contribution: Every strong wall needs mortar to hold it together. Your gift is the essential bond that connects our bricks and strengthens our entire structure.
$25 – The Standard Brick: This is the literal building block of our foundation. Purchasing a standard brick directly funds the materials needed to repair the termite damage.
$50 – The Reinforced Brick: A step up in structural support. This contribution helps fund the heavy-duty stabilization work required to make our home safe for volunteers and clients again.
$100 – The Pillar Brick: Pillars bear the weight of the house. Your gift provides foundational strength, helping us complete the major structural repairs swiftly.
$250 – The Cornerstone Brick: The most crucial stone in any foundation.
Your generosity sets the standard for our rebuild and ensures our seasonal operations can return safely.
Together, brick by brick, we can ensure that Vanessa's Closet remains a safe, stable beacon of hope and opportunity for everyone who steps through our doors. Thank you for being a part of our foundation!
