The Chaos Closet, a resource for foster families serving the 37th Judicial Circuit, has received a boost in the form of a $7,500 grant intended to be used specifically to benefit older youth in care.
The grant comes from the Mindel Family Foundation, a fund named for the late father of Texas County resident Nicole Johnson, who serves on its board of directors with her husband, David. It is the second contribution made by the fund to the Chaos Closet; a $10,000 grant was awarded by the foundation in 2023.
The latest grant will go toward keeping The Chaos Closet’s Teen Boutique fully stocked with clothing and accessories intended to give teens a boost of confidence and style in uncertain times.
“With our foundation, Nicole and I want to try to give as many young adults an opportunity to succeed in today’s world,” said David Johnson. “A positive self image is a great way to start the day, allowing their focus to be on school work.”
“I am so thankful for this funding to allow a focus on the needs of older youth in foster care,” said The Chaos Closet Executive Director DeeDee Button. “The Teen Boutique, within the walls of The Chaos Closet, hopes to build the confidence of the teens served by meeting their immediate needs.”
The Chaos Closet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating in West Plains and serving children in foster care in Howell, Shannon and Oregon counties. In addition to the Teen Boutique, the resource, founded in 2019, serves to provide foster families with access to clothing, diapers, infant formula, car seats and equipment for safe sleeping arrangements.
For more information on The Chaos Closet and its programs to assist local foster families and children in foster care, visit www.thechaoscloset.com or follow @thechaoscloset on Facebook.
