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Little Black Dress Initiative

A week-long advocacy campaign using the iconic little black dress to raise awareness of the effects of poverty in the Charleston community. All funds collected support the JLCs unique approach of addressing community needs with trained volunteers.

US$13,175
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Closed 07/04/2020

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Can one black dress worn for five short days create awareness about issues that affect others for a lifetime? The iconic Little Black Dress (LBD) is usually thought of as just a fashionable wardrobe staple great for business or a fun night out. So why is the LBD at the center of an awareness campaign about poverty?

Founded in 2014 by the Junior League of London, the Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI) is a week-long awareness and fundraising campaign that harnesses the power of social media to illustrate the restrictions poverty places on choices, opportunities, and access to resources. Advocates wear one black dress (or outfit) for five consecutive days, in an effort to spark conversations and awareness about poverty and related issues.

This annual campaign raises funds to support JLC's mission of empowering women and to address the effects of poverty in the Charleston community. By supporting JLC, you help us lead with head, hands, and heart. JLC women improve our workplaces, families, government, and nonprofits by living our mission.

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About the charity

The Junior League of Charleston is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Donation summary

Total
US$13,175.00
Online
US$12,825.00
Offline
US$0.00
Direct
US$920.00
Fundraisers
US$12,255.00

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