Introducing . . .

The Flossy Project

The Empowerment Program's  Flossy Project provides an  opportunity for disadvantaged women of Denver to learn new job and  business skills  as they work to improve their lives. Empowerment opened it's doors in 1986 to serve the growing number of Denver women in need of supportive services.  The  women we serve have experienced severe trauma due not only  to poverty , but also homelessness, mental illness,  domestic violence, HIV/AIDS,  addiction and substance abuse.  Therefore, Flossy The Feel Better Bunny was designed to be a comfort both to those who purchase them and those who help create them. Proceeds go to our seamstresses and the Flossy Project.

The Flossy Project was created not only to help struggling women earn a stable income, but also to act as a form of art therapy. Through education and hands on training, the Empowerment Program provides Flossy Project participants with unique job skills, confidence in their abilities, and a desire to strive for personal success. Each participant receives instruction in sewing and seamstress work, and all Flossy bunnies are completely handmade.  The women work very closely and form a tight-knit group in which they are able to discuss their struggles and successes, and encourage each other's personal growth. The many supportive services offered by the Empowerment Program provide a strong foundation for the Flossy seamstresses, and the Flossy Project allows them to build on what they learn in counseling and classes.