Giving Thanks to First Fruit Ministries: Our Partnership and How You Can Help
You’re all about providing a toxin-free life for yourself and your family, but do you include your soul in that lifestyle? Clean beauty focuses around toxin-free and wellness, and one way to increase personal wellness is by increasing fulfillment through giving back to the community. Here at Henné, we practice what we preach and are proud to be partnered with First Fruit Ministries. In celebration of this season of giving thanks, we’re highlighting all the good they’ve done this year and how every purchase made at Henné helps them achieve their mission.
Their beautiful mission began in 1998 with one man serving meals to homeless children and an endless drive to bring this kindness into a bigger reality. Since then, his organization has become the large operation it is today, which is able to serve thousands of people.
But with so many charities and organizations that do good in our world, why did we choose First Fruit Ministries to partner with? Simply put, we wanted to support an organization whose values align with our own: compassion and holistic action. Furthermore, they operate right in our hometown, which allows us to give back to the community we engage with every day. We’re proud of our community and we’re proud of the selfless work First Fruit Ministries provides.
Don’t have the hours or aren’t nearby? Consider making a direct donation. 93 cents of every dollar donated goes straight to those in need—not the CEO’s pockets.
But here’s our favorite part: here at Henné, your purchases help further First Fruit Ministries’ mission. Every order placed on our website sees a portion go to First Fruit Ministries. That means you get to be a part of the solution to ending homelessness and human trafficking with every single order. You’ll enjoy your Henné favorites and an easy soul knowing your money is going to those who need help most.
Putting an End to Homelessness and Human Trafficking
Who is First Fruit Ministries? We’d love to tell you. First Fruit Ministries’ mission is to fight homelessness and human trafficking by getting people off the streets and away from their abusers. They operate in Wilmington, NC, where their shelters provide all the resources needed to help women, children, and other vulnerable populations find stability. From free medical attention to showers to hot meals, no one is left to struggle for the basic necessities.Their beautiful mission began in 1998 with one man serving meals to homeless children and an endless drive to bring this kindness into a bigger reality. Since then, his organization has become the large operation it is today, which is able to serve thousands of people.
A Year in Numbers
We could preach all day about the amazing work First Fruit Ministries provides, but we’ll let the numbers speak for themselves. Each year, First Fruit Ministries sees:- 850 unhoused individuals are provided showers, laundry, hot meals, and free medical care
- 18,000 hot meals served
- 2,950 nights of shelter for commercial sex trafficking survivors
- 2,870 households accessed groceries and essential items at their food pantry
Why We Chose First Fruit Ministries to Give Back
Our forte may be clean, organic beauty products, but we believe giving back is essential to overall well-being. With Henné, we had a choice to be just a clean beauty brand or a clean beauty brand that puts its money where its mouth is. We chose the latter.But with so many charities and organizations that do good in our world, why did we choose First Fruit Ministries to partner with? Simply put, we wanted to support an organization whose values align with our own: compassion and holistic action. Furthermore, they operate right in our hometown, which allows us to give back to the community we engage with every day. We’re proud of our community and we’re proud of the selfless work First Fruit Ministries provides.
Here’s How You Can Help from Wherever You Are
We hope by this point, you’re eager to give a little back. Fortunately, giving to First Fruit Ministries is easy regardless of where you live. If you happen to live in Wilmington, NC, consider donating some time to their organization. They see 20,000 volunteer hours every year from over 1000 volunteers. But there’s always work to be done. Working directly with their efforts is a rewarding experience where your hard work matters and makes a real difference in many lives.Don’t have the hours or aren’t nearby? Consider making a direct donation. 93 cents of every dollar donated goes straight to those in need—not the CEO’s pockets.
But here’s our favorite part: here at Henné, your purchases help further First Fruit Ministries’ mission. Every order placed on our website sees a portion go to First Fruit Ministries. That means you get to be a part of the solution to ending homelessness and human trafficking with every single order. You’ll enjoy your Henné favorites and an easy soul knowing your money is going to those who need help most.
