Presenting the Gucci JACKIE 1961 Small Shoulder Bag, a timeless symbol of sophistication and luxury. Crafted with meticulous detail and featuring the iconic piston closure and interlocking GG emblem, this bag epitomizes Gucci’s heritage and elegance. Its compact yet spacious design ensures practicality without compromising on style, making it the perfect accessory for any occasion.

Tickets are 1 for $25 or 5 for $100.  Purchase here: hopeinahandbag.givesmart.com

1. Sponsor! Every sponsor level comes with tickets to the event, and other amazing benefits. Perfect option to bring all your friends!
2. Purchase a ticket and join us! Shop ‘til you drop and enjoy St. Louis’s best night out.
3. Join us virtually! Can’t make it? No worries, all auction items will be available for bidding or purchase with our virtual ticket option.

Are you passionate about making a difference while flaunting your style? Look no further! We’re excited to invite you to become a part of the glamorous committee for our upcoming event, Hope in a Handbag.

Hope in a Handbag is a bi-annual affair dedicated to supporting foster and adoptive families. This year, we’re seeking enthusiastic individuals like you to help us gather purses and other in-kind donations, assist with décor arrangements, and engage in sponsorship solicitation.

As a committee member, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your love for fashion while contributing to a cause that touches lives in our community. Whether you have a knack for spotting the latest trends, an eye for detail in event design, or a talent for securing sponsorships, we welcome your unique skills and energy!

Here’s how you can get involved:

1. Purse and In-Kind Donation Drive: Help us collect stylish handbags and other donations to support our cause.
2. Décor Design and Setup: Put your creative skills to work by contributing ideas for event décor and helping to bring them to life on the big day.
3. Sponsorship Solicitation: Utilize your networking powers to secure sponsorships from local businesses and individuals.

Join us in making a difference with style! If you’re interested in becoming a committee member or would like more information, please reach out to Felisha Smith at felishasmith@foster-adopt.org

Let’s come together to spread hope, one fabulous handbag at a time.

Thank you for considering donating a handbag to our organization. Your generous contribution helps support our mission and those we serve. To ensure that your donation is put to the best possible use, please review our handbag acceptance policy below:

• Cleanliness: Handbags must be mostly clean, both inside and out.
• Condition: Handbags should be in good to mint condition, free from significant damage.
• Authenticity: Only authentic handbags will be accepted; no counterfeits or replicas.
• Functionality: Handbags should be fully functional with all closures intact.

Donation Form

• Jewelry: Higher end jewelry such as David Yurman, John Hardy, Ippolita, Roberto Coin make wonderful auction items.
• Accessories: Designer scarves, small leather goods, sunglasses are always welcome.
• Gift Certificates: Restaurant and service gift cards add to the selection.

Donation Form

The Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition is a 501(c)3 organization under the Internal Revenue Service. Please note that for federal tax purposes, the fair market value of your donated item(s) is determined by IRS guidelines. Fair market value is typically defined as the price that the item would sell for on the open market between a willing buyer and a willing seller, both having reasonable knowledge of the relevant facts.

Donations can be made at Refresh, the Coalition’s resale store (https://refreshstl.com/), please be certain to let them know the items are for Hope in a Handbag.

Donation Form

ReFresh

1710 S Brentwood Blvd, Brentwood, MO 63144

Business Hours:

Mon-Sat 10:00AM – 7:00PM

Sun 12:00PM – 5:00PM

If you are out of the St. Louis area, or to schedule a drop off or pick up, please reach out to Felisha Smith, felishasmith@foster-adopt.org