From the Desk of Kathy Jenkins- January 2025

Dear Friends and Supporters,

As we step into a new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible generosity and kindness you showed during the holiday season. Thanks to our amazing volunteers and donors, we were able to make the holidays brighter for so many in need. Whether you donated supplies, contributed financially, or gave your time to spread love and cheer in our shelters, your efforts made a profound difference in the lives of those we serve. 

We’re excited to invite you to Compassion Through Fashion, New Directions’ signature fundraiser! This unique fashion show, featuring designs crafted from recycled and unconventional materials, highlights creativity, community, and compassion. 

This year, our 9th annual event will take place at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and promises to be our biggest yet! With over 25 stunning designs, 500+ guests, and an evening filled with drinks, hors d'oeuvres, raffles, a photobooth, and live entertainment, it’s a night you won’t want to miss. Designers, businesses, and community groups will compete for top honors, making for an unforgettable showcase of talent and heart. 

Tickets are on sale now! We also need sponsors to step up and help make this event a resounding success. Your support directly impacts our ability to provide shelter, care, and hope to those in need. Don’t miss this opportunity where fashion meets compassion to support a great cause! 

As we look ahead to 2025, I am filled with optimism for what we can achieve together. With your continued support, we will expand our services, create new opportunities, and help more people find their way to stability and hope. 

Thank you for being an essential part of our New Directions family. Here’s to a year of compassion, community, and progress! 

With gratitude, 

Kathy Jenkins, CEO