Organization Overview
Founded in 2011, Clothed in Hope is a 501(c)(3) international nonprofit organization that provides life-skills education, empowerment, and economic opportunity to vulnerable women in Zambia, Africa. Operating Lusaka, Zambia, Clothed in Hope is empowering women in a sustainable, community-owned way as a means of orphan prevention. Over the years, CiH has impacted the lives of 316 Zambian women and their families. Clothed in Hope is now focused on partnering with graduates from the skills-training program, growing their businesses through entrepreneur mentorship, business trainings, and business grants. Clothed in Hope is breaking the cycle of poverty, one stitch at a time.
Founder & Executive Director
Amy Woodell Bardi, Founder and Executive Director of Clothed in Hope, was named a finalist for the University of South Carolina's "Woman of the Year" Award in 2012. She received the Dean's Award for Outstanding Service from the College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management. Amy is a 2012 magna cum laude graduate from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Retailing-Fashion Merchandising and minor in Public Relations. Amy founded CiH during her junior year of college in 2011 and launched the program in Zambia in June 2012. She was named a 2016 "Mover & Shaker" by Cary Magazine. A North Carolina native, Amy Bardi now resides in Fuquay-Varina with her 3 children after living in Zambia for 3 years to launch Clothed in Hope.
FAQs
What is Clothed in Hope?
Clothed in Hope is a nonprofit organization focused on women's empowerment through sewing and entrepreneurship.
Where is Clothed in Hope based?
Our main skills-training program operates out of CiH's Chikondi Community Center in the Ng'ombe Compound in Lusaka, Zambia. We also have a partner training sites in Muchochoma Village in Chongwe, Zambia. Our Stateside office is in Cary, North Carolina.
How is Clothed in Hope funded?
Clothed in Hope is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, funded by passionate donors who want to make a difference with what they have, where they are. Our CiH family is comprised of generous individuals, businesses, and churches who are committed to making a difference in communities in Zambia through CiH's Training program. Our family of monthly supporters is the HOPE Club.
Mission Statement
To empower women in Zambia through education and economic opportunity.
Vision Statement
To see women in Zambia create sustainable businesses for the betterment of their families and to foster a legacy of hope in their communities.
News Coverage
Cary woman helps African women get out of poverty. She needs your help to do it. - September 17, 2017
Clothed in Hope - September 19, 2016
Clothed in Hope Founder Visits USC - September 13, 2016
Clothed in Hope founder Amy Bardi talks about the African non-profit that she runs from Apex - February 24, 2016
Clothed in Hope weaves stronger community in Zambia - February 24, 2016
Clothed in Hope teaches women in Zambia how to sew - December 1, 2014
Clothed in Hope training begins July 30 in Africa - July 28, 2012
USC Senior Amy Woodell Helps Others Clothe Their Families - November 29, 2011
USC retailing student is Clothed in Hope - May 16, 2011
Art
Links
Clothed in Hope Blog
Clothed in Hope Vimeo Channel
Clothed in Hope Facebook Page
Clothed in Hope on Instagram: @ClothedinHope
Contact Info
Amy Woodell Bardi, Founder & Executive Director
amy@clothedinhope.org
314 Bonniewood Drive, Cary, NC 27518