The Hat Ladies sense of fashion is matched by our compassion. After all, there 's "hat" in HeArT. We have been true to our motto since our inception "When you look good, you feel good. And when you feel good, you DO good." Recognition, as described under "Feathers in our Caps," has been the (delightful) unintended consequence.
Our history is sprinkled with volunteering for cultural, social, historical, medical, and educational non profit causes throughout our community. What we give is our time so members of these organizations can reach their fundraising goals while enjoying their event.
Association for Study of African American Life & History
Awards created by The Hat Ladies
Carolyn Coker Hat Sale for Gastric Cancer Foundation
Charleston Animal Society Gala ("Applause for Paws")
Charleston Symphony Designer Show House
Colon Cancer Fundraiser (Unmasking Colon Cancer)
Crisis Ministries Talent Show and Fundraiser
Florence Crittenton Fundraiser
Footlight Theater Fundraiser (now known as "Queen Street Theater")
Gibbes Museum Grand Re-Opening
Hat Decorating Project at Medical University of South Carolina: This Project ended after 11 years due to too many restrictions being placed on us by The Hospital. Click HERE to see the joy we pulled out of our hats for and with the children.
Historic Charleston Foundation
Holly's Closet (Updated regularly 12/01)
Hope Lodge: Ruth Mazyk Hat Boutique
Hope Lodge Halloween Hat Party
March of Dimes Gala (Updated 12/01)
Pattison Academy Hat Decorating
Preservation Society (Updated 11/02)
While most of our volunteerism is "hands on," we also support causes that call for donation of goods. In each case, one or more of our own Hatsisters are involved in that organization:
Florence Crittenton Home for Unwed Mothers
Teachers' Supply Closet
Dragon Boat Charleston
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