Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Oprah and Salma Hayek are among those donating bags to the cause.
On Nov. 9, Halo, the nonprofit organization that helps homeless and at-risk children around the world, will host its “Handbags for Halo” auction benefit in New York at the Crosby Street Hotel. In addition to raising money through the auction, the event, notably sponsored by Moroccanoil, will serve to bring awareness to the work being done through Halo and the premiere of the Halo documentary short film “Caylin.
For nearly two decades the Halo organization has provided housing, healing and education to thousands around the world, with locations in the U.S., Mexico, Kenya and Uganda. Halo’s efforts include providing the foundation of a family by providing homeless children a safe place to sleep and fulfilling a spectrum of needs, from helping them survive the night to making it through first job interviews and, ultimately, preparing them to become successful adults.
“Caylin dreams of creating the best life for her 10-year-old daughter Avalynn to provide her with the opportunities she never had. When we invest in the youth of our communities, great things happen. Caylin just needed some support, and she absolutely deserved it. She has broken the cycle for her daughter Avalynn and generations to come.
Notably, Caylin’s is the third story that Halo will be sharing in the short-documentary format, with a previous film featuring Oprah as the interviewer. Welsh’s message has resonated with many including celebrities like, who have donated over the years, and Moraccanoil, who in 2013 selected Welsh for its “Inspired by Women” short-film series. Caylin was featured in the film.
“Our key supporters have always been willing to help us because I feel like they are drawn to the family aspect of Halo,” Welsh said. “Everybody loves handbags and they’re easy for people to donate. Most of the handbags being auctioned are from either celebrities or notable people. We’re also asking purse companies, or luxury“The funding that’s raised from the event goes to support kids,” Welsh said.
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