Becoming a Hope in a Handbag sponsor connects you with 300+ influential, well-connected guests—and thousands more through our powerful multichannel reach. With nearly 23,000 engaged social media followers, 12,200 email subscribers, and marketing exposure to over 40,000 individuals, your support goes further than a single night.

Join us in making a powerful impact, making sure your brand is seen, celebrated, and aligned with a powerful cause.

We are seeking donations of new or gently loved designer handbags and jewelry to feature in our silent auction. Your generous contribution will directly support our mission, ensuring foster and adoptive children receive essential resources and support.

Accepted Donations

• New or gently loved designer handbags*
• New or gently loved fine or on-trend jewelry

All donations must be received by April 1, 2026.

Why Donate?

• Your donation will help change the lives of children impacted by foster care
• Your contribution is tax-deductible
• You’ll be part of a prestigious event that blends luxury with philanthropy

How to Donate

Donating is easy! Simply drop off your donations to the Coalition M-F 8:30 am to 4:30 pm:

Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition
1750 S. Brentwood Blvd., Suite 210, St. Louis, MO 63144

If you would like to schedule a drop off outside of business hours, please call (314) 806-2525 or email events@foster-adopt.org. Thank you for your generosity and support! 

2026 Hope in a Handbag Committee Member Responsibilities

• Give or get at least 8-10 bags and/or jewelry
• Join a handbag team (Boss Babe, Jet, Set, Go!, Sunkissed & Stylish, Glitz & Glam,
  All In the Family, Frost Yourself, Buy It Now, and Mystery Bags)
• Tasks within your team:
  • Prepare each donated item to be presented at the highest quality for maximum profitability
  • Clean, stuff, and prepare handbags for display
  • Organize and maintain the presentation of handbag donations

Member Responsibilities: Day of the Event

• Create a visually appealing showcase of handbags to enhance fundraising potential, within the visual display guidelines
• Design and arrange the display of your handbag section
• Coordinate decor, lighting, and set up to enhance the guest experience

Other Member Responsibilities

• Personally thank auction donors
• Invite guests to attend the event
• Attend at least 50% of the committee meetings
• If possible, help secure sponsorships
• Promote the event within your personal and professional networks
• Have fun while supporting an important cause

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