Walk down the streets of Glen Ellyn and you will find a shop that is more than the beautifully handmade bags and clutches that are displayed.
A shop that is giving back in more ways than one.
Re:new is more than a business. It is a way of life for refugee women in Glen Ellyn.
Women from different backgrounds. Women who have struggled in ways we can’t even image. Women who are determined to make the best of what they have been given.
When you walk into Re:new it becomes clear that you are stepping into a shop that is filled with hope, inspiration, joy, and most of all faith.
Since their founding in 2009, Re:new has served over 120 refugee women from all over the world.
These are strong women. Like minded women. Women who are blessing our Glen Ellyn community.
They create beautifully crafted products from these fabric filled baskets
that line the walls.
Each product is made onsite in the Studio by these remarkable women.
Re:new accepts donations and has partnered with local retailers to accept fabric remnants.
One thing is clear when walking through this space organization is key and there is no lack of creativity.
Plaids, stripes, and florals become the back drop to this unique shop.
And with help from volunteers Re:new can focus on what they do best.
Creating a space for refugee women to thrive.
And when they do. The results are amazing!
Re:new believes all people are made in the image of God and are therefore valuable and worthy of the highest honor and respect.
They believe in the value of coming alongside those in our community who are in need, regardless of religion, race, or nationality.
They believe that the act of creating things of value is a powerful exercise in restoring hope to broken lives.
They believe that loving and serving one another transforms lives.
They believe that we are stronger when we are joined together in our common humanity.
It has been an honor to partner with Re:new and learn about their exciting campaign with
100 Extraordinary Women.
to learn more!
