A Story of Hope and Support for Maui’s Women 🌺
At What Makes You Feel Beautiful (WMYFB), we believe in the power of self-love, confidence, and community. For years, we’ve worked tirelessly to support the women and girls of Maui, providing a safe space for them to grow, heal, and thrive. But when the devastating fires tore through our island, leaving so many families displaced and uncertain, our mission became more urgent than ever.
This year, we reached out to the hundreds of families who are part of our organization to see how they were faring. It was heartbreaking to hear so many stories of women and their families still struggling to find stability, still displaced from their homes, and still facing an uncertain future. But amidst this hardship, we also saw resilience, strength, and an unwavering desire to rebuild.
We knew we had to continue doing everything in our power to provide support, not just through our programs but in tangible ways that could make an immediate impact. That’s when a beautiful partnership with Roaming with Carri Kersten Travel Design came to life.
Carri and her team are leading a Hawaiian cruise with a 2-day stop in Maui, and when they learned about the struggles our community is facing, they immediately wanted to help. What happened next has filled us with hope. Carri’s team asked us to reach out to the women we serve, asking them what they needed most—essential items to help ease the daily burdens so many are experiencing. Their goal is to bring as many of these items as possible when they arrive on our island, providing much-needed relief and support to those who need it most.
For us at WMYFB, this partnership means so much more than words can express. It’s a reminder that, even in the darkest of times, kindness and compassion can bring light. It’s a reminder that we are not alone in this journey to rebuild—our community extends far beyond the shores of Maui, and there are people all around the world who are willing to lend a helping hand.
Carri’s generous offer has not only brought hope but has strengthened our resolve to continue providing the programs that are essential to helping women and girls build confidence, self-esteem, and the life skills they need to move forward. Through our workshops and mentorship programs, we’ve seen the incredible transformations that occur when women are given the tools to embrace their worth. And now, thanks to this partnership, we can ensure that these women also receive the physical support they need to navigate these challenging times.
But we can’t do it alone. This is where you come in.
How You Can Help:
Donate: Your contribution, no matter the size, will help us continue empowering Maui’s women through self-love, confidence-building, and essential resources. Givebutter Donation Link
Spread the word: Share our story and invite others to join us in supporting this vital cause.
Through the strength of partnerships like the one we have with Roaming with Carri Kersten Travel Design, and with the support of generous people like you, we can bring hope and relief to Maui’s women. Together, we can make a lasting difference, helping our community rise from the ashes stronger than ever.
Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Mahalo for standing by our side as we continue to lift up Maui’s women with love, compassion, and resilience. 🌈✨
A Story of Resilience:
One of the families we reached out to shared their story with us. The mother, who is a participant in our mentorship program, has been displaced since the fires. She is raising her two teenage daughters on her own, and they’ve been living out of temporary housing, trying to stay hopeful while navigating the uncertainty of their future.
Despite all that she’s been through, this mother told us that the WMYFB workshops and mentorship programs have been a lifeline for her daughters. They’ve found a sense of purpose and confidence that keeps them going, even when things seem tough.
This partnership with Carri’s team couldn’t have come at a better time for this family. The list of essential items they shared included basic necessities that we often take for granted—things like toiletries, clothing, and household supplies. But for them, these items mean the difference between surviving and thriving. They mean a little more peace of mind during an incredibly difficult time.
Thanks to this partnership and the generosity of people like you, this family and others like them will receive the support they so desperately need. It’s stories like these that remind us of the impact we can make when we come together as a community.
We are reaching out to ask for your support as we prepare for a special event taking place on January 19 to provide relief and hope to the women and families of Maui. In addition to monetary donations, we are gratefully accepting in-kind donations, including Walmart, Target, and gas gift cards. Your generous contributions will go directly to those in need, helping to ease their burdens as they rebuild their lives. Every donation, whether big or small, will make a meaningful difference in bringing relief to our resilient community. Thank you for your kindness and support!
Join Us in Making a Difference:
We invite you to be a part of this story. By donating, spreading the word, or simply sharing a message of hope, you can help us bring light to the lives of women who are working to rebuild. Together, we can make a difference. 🌺✨
We’ve also compiled a list of items that families in our community are still in need of, and your in-kind donations can make a significant impact in meeting these essential needs. Whether it’s household supplies, personal care items, or gift cards, every contribution brings us closer to helping these families rebuild their lives. Here's how you can make a difference:
Please use our Walmart Charitable Registry to help support the families of Maui who are still in need. By using this registry, you can easily make in-kind donations of essential items that will directly benefit those affected by the fires. Every contribution, big or small, helps bring hope and comfort to these resilient families as they rebuild. Mahalo for your generosity and support!
Paper Coffee Cups
Charcoal
Plastic Food Storage Bags
Paper Plates
Foil Pans
Forks
Trash Can (Extra Large Bags)
Kitchen Trash Bags
Foil Paper
Toilet Tissue
Lysol Cleaner
Windex
Clorox Wipes
Bleach
Laundry Soap
Laundry Softener (Downy)
Dish Soap
Shampoo/Conditioner
Sunscreen
Gloves (XL for cleaning)
Food Prep Gloves
Epsom Salt
Diapers (Size 1 and 4)
Flashlights & Batteries
Clorox Cleaner
Razors
Swiffer Mop Refills & Solution
Buckets
Broom
Vacuum
Cotton Balls
Water & Juice Cans
Baby Wipes
Pyrex Bowls for Baking
Baking Pans
Storage Bowls
3 Room Fans (Standing)
Hair Combs
Socks/Slippers
Vicks Vapor Rub
Cough Drops
Kitchen Towels
Sponges
Gas Lawn Mower
Weed Whacker
Push Dolly (for moving boxes)
Pillows and Bed Covers (King and Queen)
Cotton Sheet Sets (King, Queen)
Glasses (not Plastic Cups)
Shave Cream
Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
Listerine
Deodorant
Room Air Purifier
Vaporizer Machine
Light Bulbs
Laundry Baskets
Pedicure Tub
10 qt Rice Pot
Air Fryer
Nutribullet Blender
Utensil Set
Plastic containers
Fitted bed sheets (twin and full)
Car seats (for a 3-year-old and a 1-year-old)
Prenatal vitamins
Spiral notebooks
Composition notebooks
Red, black pens
Whiteout
Mechanical pencils
2-inch pink binder
Plain black backpack
Pencil case (pink/black)
Colored pencils
Lined paper
Hairbrush
Cat treats, food, and toys
Personal hygiene items (thin pads, panty liners)
Clothing for men (size medium-large)
Women’s clothing (size medium-large)
Teen girl’s clothing (youth large)
7-year-old boy’s clothing (youth medium)
Shoes or Crocs for kids (sizes 6.5 and 1)
Laundry detergent
Fabric softener
Dishwashing detergent
Perfume/mist for teens
Walmart or gas cards
Tennis shoes
Groceries or grocery cards
Kettle
Toaster
Microwave
Cleaning supplies
Storage bins
Antiseptic
Pain relievers
Moisturizer
Feminine hygiene products (tampons, pads)
Journals or books
Essential oils
Gift cards (grocery stores, gas stations, Walmart, Target)
Home Depot or Lowe’s gift cards
Bathing Towels
Dish towels
Hand sanitizers
Bowls and plates
Silverware
30 gal. Trash bags
Bar soap
Body wash (men/women)
Girls hair clips & hair ties
Brush/comb
Hair gel
Girls body sprays
Girls and men deodorant
Pinesol
Dish scrubbers
Size 4× T-shirts
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