Upcoming events.
The Purse Project 2025
Each year since its inception The Purse Project gathers fully loaded purses (or backpacks) with full-sized hygiene products and distributes them to agencies, homeless shelters, and youth centers to support women and teens experiencing homelessness.
Christmas Bundles of Love
We are giving away Christmas Bundles of Love to families that have recently transitioned to home after a journey of homelessness. People can give used by dropping off at the South East Area Coalition 1255 University Ave. Rochester, NY Drop off your donations Tue - Fri 3:00PM - 7:00PM Saturday 10:00AM - 2:00PM
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The Annual Purse Project
Each year since its inception The Purse Project gathers fully loaded purses (or backpacks) with full-sized hygiene products and distributes them to agencies, homeless shelters, and youth centers to support women and teens experiencing homelessness.
The Purse Project
Join us in making a difference at our annual Purse Project on September 16th! We're looking for volunteers - individuals and organizations - to help us collect purses. Your contribution will make a significant impact in our community. Let's work together to empower and support women in need
