We Heart Charleston
Non profit
Our non-profit is dedicated to supporting children facing financial hardship due to heart conditions and related medical challenges by combining heart health awareness with creative, skill building opportunities. Through our “Stitching with Heart” initiative, children are introduced to sewing, textiles, and fashion design in a supportive environment that encourages creativity, confidence, and independence. These hands on experiences are inspired by occupational therapy principles and help develop fine motor coordination, hand strength, executive functioning, and emotional expression. By blending education, creativity, and community support, we aim to provide meaningful opportunities that help children grow, express themselves, and shine.
Our Story
Our non-profit began with a focus on heart health, aiming to help raise funds and awareness for heart health in the Charleston community. As our mission has grown, we are evolving to introduce an initiative that will stitch around much longer. Through this next chapter, we aim to focus our efforts on educating, empowering and supporting children facing financial hardship due to heart and other related medical conditions.
Our fundraising efforts include producing fashion shows, with our next show happening this summer, to help generate the funds and resources needed to support this important programming. This is the direction our non-profit will continue to champion, helping children thrive, create and shine.
There will be scholarships awarded to children that meet the following criteria.
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Facing a medial condition related to a heart condition or related cause (each will be carefully evaluated)
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Experiencing financial hardship
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Interested in learning sewing, textiles or fashion design
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Under the age of 18 years old
To help us fairly review each application, we may request simple documentation to confirm eligibility, such as proof of age, a brief note confirming a qualifying medical condition, and an example of financial need (for example, participation in assistance programs, a recent tax document with sensitive details removed, or a short family statement). We are committed to respecting your privacy and only ask for the minimum information necessary. Please do not include highly sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, full medical records, or unredacted financial account details when submitting your materials.
Little Waves Runway Show
If you’re interested in having your child participate, we’ve made the sign-up process simple and easy for families.
How to Sign Up
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Click the Eventbrite Registration button, then select Purchase Tickets and choose the Kids Runway Registration ticket option to complete your child’s registration.
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After registering, click the Participant Information Form button to fill out a quick Google Form with your child’s details, including age and clothing sizes.
Once both steps are completed, we will send an email to confirm we have all the necessary information and your child will officially be signed up for the Little Waves Runway Show.
Charleston Swim & Resort Week Date: July 30th, 2026
Little Waves Runway Show
12PM-2PM
The Gilded Palm Evening Show
6PM-9PM
Designer/Boutique Application
Become a Featured Designer at We Heart Charleston!
We’re excited to invite local designers and boutiques to showcase their unique styles at the upcoming We Heart Charleston fashion event. This is a fantastic opportunity to present your brand to an enthusiastic audience, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate Charleston’s vibrant fashion scene.
Please note there is a participation fee to help cover event production costs and donation. Fill out the application below with your brand details. We can’t wait to review your application!
Subject line: Designer Application – [Your Brand Name]
Please copy, paste, and email the following details to weheartcharleston@gmail.com
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Designer or Boutique Name:
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Contact Name:
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Phone Number:
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Email Address:
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Instagram or Website:
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Briefly describe your brand or boutique (style, target audience, key pieces):
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Have you participated in a fashion show before? If yes, where/when?
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How Many looks do you plan to feature (Up to 8 looks maximum)
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Do you have a preferred model type or size range you'd like represented?
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Any special needs?
Note* Since Models will be showcasing multiple looks, all designers will work closely with our styling team to ensure a seamless and professional runway presentation.
*Models will be supplied by Charleston Modeling Agency & Open Casting Call for the event.
Thank you for celebrating Charleston fashion with heart. We’ll be in touch soon!
Vendor Application
Subject line: Vendor Application – [Your Business Name]
Please copy, paste, and email the following details to weheartcharleston@gmail.com
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Business Name:
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Contact Name:
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Phone Number:
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Email Address:
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Instagram or Website:
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What type of product or service do you offer?
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Do you require power or special set up? (All vendors are required to bring their own table)
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Will you be offering any event day discounts, giveaways, or activations?
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Have you vended at an event like this before?
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Special requests or notes: Anything else you want the team to know?
Are you looking to:
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Sell products at the event
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Promote your business
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Offer sample or interactive booth
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Other (please specify)
Note* Since Models will be showcasing multiple looks, all designers will work closely with our styling team to ensure a seamless and professional runway presentation.
*Models will be supplied by Charleston Modeling Agency & Open Casting Call for the event.
Thank you for your interest in Charleston Swim & Resort Week. We will be in touch if we believe your business is a good fit!
Charleston Swim & Resort Week
Alternate Model Submission Form