A youth-focused volunteer-driven organization whose mission is to engage and guide individuals who wish to create, develop, and exhibit self-expression through fashion, the arts, and business.
Fashion Umbrella Foundation
A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER
Hello, I am Sharan Nixon, Founder/Chief Volunteer of the Fashion Umbrella Foundation, and I would like to take this time to thank you for visiting our website, but before you scroll any further, please allow me to share with you why the Fashion Umbrella Foundation exists.
Being a single parent raising three sons was not an easy task, but I always knew I wanted to do something to help the youth. Watching my sons grow-up and observing their interactions with friends and the obstacles we experienced, I knew a change was needed. It’s hard to explain when you watch your children and their friends grow up surrounded by extenuating circumstances when I knew a better way was just around the corner, but not sure how to find it. That emotion stayed with me up until I made the decision to give birth to the organization that is here to guide all. This is where the Fashion Umbrella Foundation comes into play.
The Fashion Umbrella is my love and passion. Each program was created from life experience or circumstance witnessed. From the Back-to-School: REFRESH, a school supply replenishment program to the Youth OPEN Mic series, a judgment-free platform for youth to express through the arts our programs focus on youth development, self-esteem, and confidence-building. We also have programs in place to assist other community members with business development, marketing, and product placement guidance. Although we offer programs for youth, assistance is available for members of the arts community and entrepreneurs.
Your help through donations and collaborative partnerships provide a financial cushion to increase the lifespan of our programs.
It is my sincere pleasure to introduce to you the Fashion Umbrella Foundation born September 13, 2013, at 2:36 pm. Through the Fashion Umbrella Foundation, we have mastered the creative magic of “Turning Walls Into Doors.”
Never Forget This Cycle
CREATE – DEVELOP – EXHIBIT
Stay Safe,
Sharan Nixon, Founder/Chief Volunteer
“Challenges are gifts that force us to search for a new center of gravity.
Don’t fight them. Just find a new way to stand.”
Oprah Winfrey
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
The Focus of Our Efforts
Recognizing the enormity of the challenges our society faces, the Fashion Umbrella Foundation is dedicated to making a lasting impact through its youth development programs.
Learn more about our youth-focused initiatives and how to get involved.
BACK-TO-SCHOOL: REFRESH
School Supply Replenishment Program
Through one of the support services provided by the Fashion Umbrella Foundation, we are aligned to make positive changes within communities and education is one of our key areas of focus at the Foundation.
The Back-To-School REFRESH program provides school supplies for students in grades K - 12.
EDUCATIONAL HONORS
Acknowledging Youth
Most of our efforts pertaining to this program involve studying new approaches and developing innovative ways to implement them. We evaluate our success in this field by gathering qualitative and quantitative data, and using that information to measure shifts and changes from our baseline measurements.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Providing An Educational Stipend
We see every challenge as an opportunity, and this initiative helps us ensure that our partners are better prepared to manage the unique situations they find themselves in. We are invested in an innovative approach that empowers our community and delivers the support they need, when they need it.
YOUTH OPEN MIC
A Judgment-Free Space For Youth
We see every challenge as an opportunity, and this initiative helps us ensure that our partners are better prepared to manage the unique situations they find themselves in. We are invested in an innovative approach that empowers our community and delivers the support they need, when they need it.
FASHION UMBRELLA UNIVERSITY
Education As A Guide
Through our Support Services, we have the potential to make a real and positive change in the community. This is one of our key areas of focus here at Fashion Umbrella Foundation, and a source of much success for our Non-Profit. Get in touch with us today and see how you can lend a helping hand with this program.
“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.”
Helen Keller
MEMBERSHIP
Our programs assist underserved youth who are driven to pursue fashion, the arts or start a business. With our mission is in mind our goal is to help youth or residents realize their life potential while introducing a stronger life balance.
YOUTUBE INTERVIEW
Share Business or Promote an Event
MARKETING ASSISTANCE
Reaching Your Audience & Discount Website Development
ACCESS TO TRAINING COURSES
Complimentary Review of Online Courses
HONORARIUM RECIPIENT
A payment given for professional services
"The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do."
Steve Jobs
GET INVOLVED
VOLUNTEER
You Are Welcome
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THANK YOU!
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CREATIVE TOOLS
Be Creative For Less
"Creating your own destiny is the best life experience."
Sharan Nixon
“Everything that is done in the world is done by hope”
