Lauren Knill shared an amazing presentation, highlighting the inspiring work done by Empowerment Plan.
Right here in Detroit, the group is providing supportive employment for individuals experiencing homelessness through the production of sleeping bag coats. Each person is able to earn a stable income, find secure housing, and regain their independence.
In 2020, 7,388 coats were produced in Detroit and 9,553 were distributed in 41 states and 2 countries. Since its inception, 95 jobs have been created, 100% of its employees and graduates are stably housed, and 55,000 coats have been distributed globally.
The Empowerment Plan makes coats to hire people, it doesn’t hire people to make coats. The typical employee is there for two years before moving on to allow others to have the same opportunity. To learn more, visit: www.empowermentplan.org.