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Celebrate Artistry and Resilience

A Nonprofit Organization Focused on Supporting the Heart of Gee's Bend

Welcome to Sew Gee's Bend Heritage Builders, a beacon of hope nestled in the heart of the Bend of the Alabama River. Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to uplifting a rural community rich in history and artistry, where the spirit of farming and quilting has thrived for generations. Day after day, the residents of Gee's Bend work diligently in the fields while the talented women craft beautiful quilts, a testament to their resilience and creativity. They embody strength and determination, weaving not just fabric but the very fabric of their lives and stories.

Our Mission

At Sew Gee's Bend Heritage Builders, we believe in empowering the Gee's Bend community by preserving its vibrant cultural heritage, fostering economic growth, and providing essential social and educational opportunities. Our nonprofit organization aims to create a sustainable and thriving future by focusing on:
Empowering Entrepreneurship
Supporting local businesses to generate more opportunities.
Enhancing Infrastructure
Improving vital community resources for a better quality of life.
Celebrating Artistic Traditions
Honoring and promoting the unique quilting heritage that defines our community.
Together, we strive to build a resilient community that cherishes its past while moving confidently into the future.

Our Goals

Join Us in Strengthening Our Community
Summer Quilting Programs Fundraisers
We aspire to organize summer quilting programs that celebrate our artistry and raise funds for community development projects. Participants, both locals and visitors, will learn valuable quilting techniques and create their masterpieces, supporting the community.
Collaboration with Fashion Designers
We are excited to collaborate with fashion designers to create a unique brand collection highlighting Gee's Bend's exquisite quilting heritage. Local artisans will partner with these designers, producing high-quality, culturally significant fashion pieces that reflect our community's rich history.
Scholarship Program
Our vision includes establishing a scholarship program to support community members' educational and skill-development journeys. This initiative will provide financial assistance for those pursuing higher education or vocational training in quilting or other relevant fields, empowering future generations.
Educational Traveling Museum Tours
Our dream of a traveling museum will bring the quilting heritage of Gee's Bend to communities far and wide. This educational exhibit will showcase the artistry and cultural significance of our quilts, allowing people from different backgrounds to appreciate the legacy we uphold.
Empower the Legacy of Gee's Bend

Help Us Reach Our Goals

Your generous donations enable us to turn our goals into reality. Take part in our movement to preserve our cherished traditions and create economic and educational opportunities for the people of Gee's Bend. Join us on this journey and show your support for our nonprofit organization—your contribution can make a profound difference.
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