Empowers Women
Entrepreneurs
Help us create Washington's first women's business incubator — a space where dreams become businesses and every dollar funds homeless services.
Inside our 18,500 sq ft Olympia facility — home to Skoolie Thrift — sits an empty space of 2,800 square feet waiting to become something extraordinary: The Women's Empowerment Center.
We're building 29 professional vendor booths where women entrepreneurs can launch their businesses without the barriers of expensive leases, large deposits, or long-term commitments. From handmade jewelry to professional services, from food products to fashion — this will be a marketplace of dreams.
But before we can build the booths, we need to build the foundation — literally. The first $20,000 goes to constructing the deck that will support the entire marketplace. Then we'll add the booths, fixtures, signage, and everything needed to open our doors.
Here's what makes this special: Every dollar you give empowers twice. First, by helping women entrepreneurs build their dreams. Second, by funding Skoolie Foundation's homeless services — shelter, meals, showers, and hope for our unhoused neighbors.
Complete transparency on how we'll use every dollar
Build the structural deck that will support all 29 vendor booths — the foundation of everything
Professional 10×6 aluminum exhibition frames for all 29 vendor booths
Vinyl click-lock plank flooring with underlayment for entire space
Folding tables and professional linens for each vendor booth
Wire grid panels and display equipment for merchandise
Professional signage, booth numbers, wayfinding, and branded materials
Shared checkout system for vendors to process customer payments
Grand opening event, promotional materials, social media campaign
Tables, chairs, and setup for workshops and networking events
Buffer for unexpected costs and opportunities
Your donation doesn't just build booths — it builds futures. All revenue from the Women's Empowerment Center directly funds Skoolie Foundation's homeless services.
Choose your level and receive exclusive perks
Annual partnerships with maximum visibility and impact
LIMITED TO ONE PARTNER
Create a lasting legacy with permanent recognition
"The [Your Name] Women's Empowerment Center"
Permanent naming on all signage & materials
"The [Your Name] Learning Lab"
Hosts 50+ events/year, permanent signage
"The [Your Name] Welcome Center"
First impression for all visitors
"[Your Name] Marketplace Row"
Signage above entire vendor section
Plaque: "This booth made possible by [Your Name]"
10 available
"The [Your Name] Startup Scholarship"
Funds first month for 10+ vendors