Hi everyone! My name is Kate Bishop, I am the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Purses for a Purpose Inc. and co-leader of the Washington DC branch.

 

My story with Purses for a Purpose began in March 2021 when I began volunteering alongside Shayna Rutman at Thrive DC in Columbia Heights, DC. We attend American University together and as part of an academic requirement for the Community-Based Research Scholars cohort, began devoting our Wednesday afternoons to assisting Thrive DC. Shayna informed me about Purses for a Purpose and I immediately fell in love with the organization's mission of helping women experiencing homelessness.

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During the summer of 2021, Purses for a Purpose became a 501(c)3 organization, officially recognized by the IRs. We have four branches around the country working towards one common goal: to remind every woman of their value to society. 

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Sending a HUGE thank you to Thrive DC for their continued support as Shayna and I navigate this new branch and our new status as a 501(c)3. We appreciate you!

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Thank you to everyone for your support and wanting to help us in any way possible. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out!

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- Kate Bishop 

 

Last Updated: 2022