Beauty in a Box
Help others help themselves
Project Description
Dear prospective backers,
The aim is to generate employment within the community of Gugulethu a township in Cape Town.Where gender based violence is rife and unemployment at a staggering 47%.
With the African hair market being worth an estimated 9 billion Rands annually we at "The Beauty Box" feel we can enjoy a piece of that pie. With hard work,dedication and your help.
As most of the ladies around and within the township know how to do braids and other African hairstyles it will instill confidence in our clientele that they getting top notch service from one of our trained team members.Yes in gugulethu there are many that does hair but we are offering an experience and affordable one at that within the community's price points
We are seeking funding to complete our salon interior and add the final touches to our custom build storage container that has been transformed into a workable salon.With two hair stations and a nail bar.
We have an intimate staff of 3 myself,Anele(Stylist) and Farah(Nail Technician)
With your help we will be uplifting our team members and their families,creating spa services within the price range of our guests and show them that they too can experience the "Soft Life".
Thank you for reading our journey so far and we do appreciate all contributions and wish to make you part of our final destination.
Updates
The Campaign FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q will the funds be used to modify the interior of the container.
A Yes,funds will be used to purchase furnishing for the salon from local vendor's at bargain prices
Just Because I Care
Swag Bags including beauty box products ranging from our African hair steamer to exfoliating body scrubs
Hand crafted African sculptures
For the African queen in you
Rewards
Just Because I Care
Swag Bags including beauty box products ranging from our African hair steamer to exfoliating body scrubs
Hand crafted African sculptures
For the African queen in you