Posts by Ashley Ray
Girls For A Change in the Spotlight
We’re not quite halfway through 2023, and we’ve already had a big year! We’ve been honored recently by some of Richmond’s amazing organizations for the work we do with and…
Read MoreShow Up, TJ, and Secure the Bag
THOMAS JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS PARTNER WITH RETAILER DTLR TO PUT ON A FASHION SHOW AS PART OF RVA FASHION WEEK “Show Up, TJ and Secure the Bag” will Promote…
Read MoreThe Girl Ambassador Program Celebrates 5 Years of Success
After five years of offering professional skills development to young women of color through the Girl Ambassador Program, we have a lot to celebrate. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, GFAC has…
Read MoreSip and Support Black Girls at Penny’s Wine Shop
It’s amazing what can be accomplished when women come together to support each other. Penny’s Wine Shop in Richmond’s Jackson Ward is calling on the community to join them in…
Read MoreDonate Your Birthday in 2023
Support the Renovation and Buildout of our Reception Area There’s power in community, and we’re asking supporters to tap their communities in an easy way this year, by choosing Girls…
Read MoreGet Involved in 2023
We have lots of opportunities to get involved, share your skills, be a mentor, and offer inspiration and advice to young, Black girls. Fashionistas and Creatives We are looking to…
Read MoreThe GFAC Garden Needs a Little TLC
We’ve been building and growing our Teaching Garden at Girls For A Change for a few years now, adding beautiful murals, raised beds, and a full-fledged program with horticulturist Heather…
Read More7 Ways to Support Girls For A Change
“Give girls an opportunity to lead by putting them in the forefront of change efforts; hearing their voices; responding to their asks; and welcoming them in decision-making spaces – it…
Read MoreSneakers For A Change
The 2021-2022 Thomas Jefferson High School Girl Action Team spent the Fall and Spring exploring how the fashion industry affects climate change with Tanita Gray of Last Report. After learning about sustainable…
Read MoreCelebrating Milestones with GFAC Alumnae
This month we closed out our 2022 summer programs with a joyful, cultural Closing Ceremony Celebration. This year at Camp Diva Leadership Academy, we celebrated a few important firsts in…
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