This week, we’d like to run this special feature about the life and work of a San Antonio woman, Cathy Hamilton, who is making such a huge difference in the lives of area foster children. One of the young ladies she has helped told us all about her program SA Threads, so we wanted to…
Giving Tuesday- We invite you to join us on Tuesday, December 1st, 2020 as we participate in #GivingTuesday, the online global generosity movement. It is a day of giving in any way that you can to help support disadvantaged youth and our mission to provide a safe and nurturing shopping experience for teens (ages 12-21)…
This weeks Bridging The Gap Radio Talk Show is San Antonio Threads and CEO & Founder Cathy Hamilton, and Laura Miller Shop Manager. San Antonio Threads was born out of Cathy Hamilton’s experience as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) where she witnessed the indignity of teen girls selecting used clothing from a barrel. Cathy…
Thank you to everyone who attended our Sip & Style, a high tea and fashion show featuring examples of what over 8,500 teen have received. Teens are given genuine shopping experiences of NEW items, selecting two complete outfits, full-size toiletries, 5 pairs of underwear, 5 pairs of socks, a backpack, a hoodie, and a pair…
SAN ANTONIO – Our local nonprofits in San Antonio need help from the community now more than ever due to COVID-19 affecting its daily operations. This week for Wishlist Wednesday, KSAT Community will be highlighting San Antonio Threads as the nonprofit provides clothing and essentials for at-risk teens in the San Antonio area. Teens who qualify…
Between the approximately 1.7 million teenagers who experience homelessness every year and the 437,000 children living in the foster care system, the number of children who may not have access to basic necessities like clean and functional clothing is staggering. And regardless of whether your own teenage years were the time of your life or…
Nonprofit putting together care packages for at-risk youth SAN ANTONIO – Usually, San Antonio Threads provides just clothing and shoes to at-risk youth and foster kids who have aged out of the system. Now, they’re switching gears to make sure all their referrals have what they need during the coronavirus pandemic. “I have been ordering more than skinny…
Turquoise Gala We Thank You! San Antonio Threads would like to thank everyone for their attendance and support of the Turquoise Gala! The evening was a great success, and we look forward to 2020 and the amazing announcements that the new year will bring!
There are many ways to support youth in crisis, such as donating items or volunteering your time. Cathy Hamilton has taken her dedication to helping vulnerable youth to the next level. Hamilton founded and runs a unique nonprofit dedicated to creating an experience for youth who are in foster care, experiencing homelessness or have aged…
Turquoise Gala SPONSORSHIPS We are excited to share with you an opportunity to contribute to our mission of providing a safe and nurturing shopping experience for at-risk teens by attending our End-of-Year fundraising Gala! Silent Auction, featuring a trip for three to Italy including airfare and hotel – donated by Kym Rapier! Purchase Tickets 6thDecember6pm-10pm…