philanthropy is the new black

"Near Downtown" Coat Drop-off Location

2010-11-23T13:18:00.002-05:00

If the downtown area is more convenient for you, we have a drop off location in that area as well. Coats can be dropped off at "A Cut Above The Rest" Hair Salon, located at 344 North 20th St, Columbus, Ohio 43203.

Thanks in advance for your donation!

The logo

2010-11-23T12:48:00.000-05:00

Mike, the creative behind Phenology designed it!

North side drop location for Coats that Comfort coat donations

2010-11-16T14:46:00.000-05:00

Our North side drop off location is located at Corna Kokosing Construction Company and we are very grateful for their support of all of our philanthropic efforts over the last two years.

The address is:
6235 Westerville Rd
Westerville OH 43081
Hours Mon - Fri 8a-5p

East side Coats that Comfort Drop Off Location

2010-11-16T14:40:00.000-05:00

The East side drop off location for your coat donations is at LifeSaver Healthcare LLC. The actual drop point is located just through the rear entrance of the building.

The address is:
6119 E. Main Street
Columbus, Ohio 43213
Monday-Friday 830a-430p

*Special Thanks to Barbara Noone Green and the employees of LifeSaver Health Care, LLC*

Coats that Comfort 2nd Annual Coat Drive

2010-11-11T10:53:00.000-05:00

PHILANTHROPY THAT COMFORTS

Creative & healthcare entrepreneurs teaming up with The Salvation Army in Greater Columbus to give back to the communities of Central Ohio for the Coats that Comfort 2^nd Annual Coat Drive.

Columbus, Ohio – November 2010 – As the mercury begins to dip into the teens in this beautiful metropolis, many adults and children of Central Ohio find themselves struggling to afford the basic necessity of proper cold-weather attire. Phenology Premium Soft Goods, Niki Zoë Vickers of The Repertoire Collective, LifeSaver Health Care, LLC and Shades of Ebony Events Inc. have joined forces with the Salvation Army, to host the 2^nd Annual “Coats that Comfort” coat drive. The idea for “Coats that Comfort” was created by the eco friendly Phenology’s Michael Oliver and The Repertoire Collective’s Miss Vickers in 2009 and through their efforts, over 350 new and gently used coats were made available to those in need. This year with the help of LifeSaver Health Care and Shades of Ebony, the goal has increased to 500 coats through collecting, sorting and delivering donations to the Salvation Army.

The dwindling unemployment rate of 9.7% in Ohio is still presenting a challenge for many Columbus families needing the help of those in their community with coat donations to stay warm this winter. The organizers of “Coats that Comfort” recognized that the financial struggles facing countless Central Ohioans can be helped by simply becoming proactive again in 2010 and give back. The coat drive will take place from November 11^th through December 2^nd and donations can be dropped off at conveniently located donation hubs throughout the city. Starting December 3^rd, “Coats that Comfort” donations will be made available at the seven Salvation Army locations via a pre-registered voucher program*.

For more information on how to make a donation, locate a donation hub or for a sponsorship/media kit, please contact the organizers at coatsthatcomfort@gmail.com or log onto http://philanthropyisthenewblack.blogspot.com * Pre-registration for the voucher program can be set up by contacting a case worker at 614.221.6561.

Phenology Premium Soft Goods is a premium street wear label whose company and design philosophy is engrossed in providing a natural phenomena of change with every collection. Continually focusing on offering their clients quality design aesthetics, fabric selections and fit, Phenology makes a conscious effort to offer a product which is eco friendly and created in a “green” environment.

The Repertoire Collective is a NYC based marketing coterie dedicated to the fashion + lifestyle+ beauty aesthetic. ™ Repertoire offers visual campaign management, brand image strategy, image artistry, event curation and life-style coaching to create and maintain your brand.

Shades of Ebony Events Inc. is a full service event planning company that specializes in hosting shoe parties. Shades of Ebony provides planning, consulting, and supervision for any kind of social event. Shades of Ebony adorns its clients with “exclusive” events through creative and artistic expressions based on the clients’ desires.

FlyPaper supports Project:Prepared

2010-08-05T11:27:00.000-04:00

Once again FlyPaper has shown its support for our philanthropic efforts. We are honored to have the support of the folks over at FP. Be sure to check out the latest issue of the neoteric blog that covers "Music, Fashion, Celebrities, Entertainment, and the news straight from your block" .

The Alliance DJs are supporting us!!

2010-08-04T19:47:00.000-04:00

The Alliance DJs crew has shown its support for Project : Prepared. This group of turntablists have pledged to obtain supply donations and volunteer the day of the giveaway. Tha Alliance DJs is a crew of DJs est in 2003 with a combined experience of 40+ years in keeping the party going. You can catch them at an array of events from birthday parties and reunions, to concerts or your favorite hang out spot.

We are very thankful for their help and hard work for the event coming in 11 days!!

Mike Oliver of Phenology designed our logo

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School Supplies needed for Project:Prepared

2010-07-31T23:10:00.000-04:00

Here are the supplies that we need per grade level for Project : Prepared :

Kindergarten
Crayons
Glue Stick
#2 Pencils
Box of Tissues

1st Grade - 3rd Grade
Crayons
Glue Stick
#2 Pencils
Box of Tissues
Scissors (Blunt)
Ruler
Pocket Folders
Pink Eraser
Wide Ruled Notebook Paper

4th Grade & 5th Grade
Crayons
Glue Stick
Ruler
#2 Pencils
Pocket Folders
Notebook Paper
Pens
Box of Tissues
Scissors

6th Grade
Colored Pencils
Ruler
#2 Pencils
Basic Calculator
Pocket Folders
Notebook Paper
Pens
Box of Tissues
Scissors
Spiral Notebooks

7th Grade

Colored Pencils
Ruler
Calculator
#2 Pencils
Pocket Folders
Notebook Paper
Pens
Box of Tissues
3 Ring Binder
Spiral Notebooks

8th Grade

Colored Pencils
Pens
#2 Pencils
Ruler
Notebook Paper
Pocket Folders w/prongs
Scientific Calculator
Spiral Notebooks
Graph Paper
Highlighters

Drop offs can be done at the following location:

LifeSaver Health Care, LLC
6119 E. Main Street
Columbus, Ohio 43213 Monday-Friday 9a-4p
Additional locations to be revealed shortly

Pick ups by one of the event principles can be scheduled; Please email prjctprepared@gmail.com to schedule a pick up

*Special Thanks to Barbara Noone Green and the employees of LifeSaver Health Care, LLC*

Project Prepared School Supply Giveaway

2010-07-29T17:07:00.000-04:00

PREPARING FOR THEIR FUTURE

Eco friendly street wear label, boutique marketing collective and home care agency teams up with Godfrey Athletics to give back to the communities of Central Ohio for the Project: Prepared school supply giveaway.

Columbus, Ohio – July 2010 - With the excitement of the upcoming 2010-2011 school year approaching this beautiful metropolis, many families of Central Ohio find they are struggling to afford the basic school supplies necessary for success. Phenology, The Repertoire Collective and Lifesaver Health Care have joined forces with Godfrey Athletics to host the Inaugural “Project: Prepared”. “Project: Prepared” was created by these dynamic entrepreneurs to obtain 100% monetary and supply donations from local business owners, organizations and individuals in order to distribute book bags brimming with school supplies to at least 350 school aged children.

Phenology, The Repertoire Collective and Lifesaver Health Care were heavily involved with a discontinued program last year which supplied 318 children with book bags filled with supplies. With a frightening 10.7% unemployment rate in Ohio, the organizers of “Project: Prepared” recognized that continuing the proactive spirit of giving back would help countless Central Ohioans facing financial struggles for the current school year.

The “Project: Prepared” school supply giveaway will take place on August 15 at the Barnett Recreation Center (1184 Barnett Road) during the hours of 12:00 PM until 3:00 PM. This community supported location is easily accessible by COTA, has ample FREE parking and is also in close walking distance to communities that are the most in need of assistance. In addition to distributing school supplies, there will be snacks and beverages on hand, a DJ providing age-appropriate music, basketball tournaments for the children, a sparkling mini water park and local celebrities, athletes, and community leaders in attendance to shake hands, take photos and speak with the kids to get them motivated for the up-coming school year.

Preparing the children of families who stretch their resources to exhaustion for a balance of educational and lifestyle necessities, “Project: Prepared” is doing its part to make sure every child has the encouragement and tools to begin school from day one as a success. “Project: Prepared” will service children who are entering grade levels of Kindergarten through 8th on a First Come, First Served basis while supplies last.

For more information on how to become a sponsor, how to make a monetary or supply donation, locate a donation hub, review basic supply list or how to sign up to volunteer for the giveaway, please contact PrjctPrepared@gmail.com or log onto http://philanthropyisthenewblack.blogspot.com

Phenology is a premium street wear label whose company and design philosophy is engrossed in providing a natural phenomena of change with every collection. Continually focusing on offering their clients quality design aesthetics, fabric selections and fit, Phenology makes a conscious effort to offer a product which is eco friendly and created in a “green” environment.

The Repertoire Collective is a boutique marketing coterie dedicated to the fashion + lifestyle+ beauty aesthetic. ™ They offer visual campaign management, brand strategy, image artistry, event curation and life-style coaching to create and maintain your brand.

Lifesaver Health Care, LLC is a home health agency based in Columbus, OH that serves area residents with nursing care, home health aide services, physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology services. Lifesaver Health Care employs qualified, licensed/certified and experienced staff members who provide holistic care to our patients and their families. Our goal is to assist the patient in reaching their maximum functional potential in their own homes while ensuring their health, safety and personal care needs are being met. “When Quality Care Counts” ~ you can count on Lifesaver Health Care!

Godfrey Athletics offers a wide range of programs created by a team of social workers, parents, local businesses and community activists that assist kindergarten through college-aged students with becoming productive citizens in our community. Our goal is to advance their social skills, raise their self esteem and increase their physical health by providing them with the opportunity to engage in organized athletics and other social events year round. Godfrey Athletics is also a proud partner of Project Nurture which is a nonprofit venture that provides teen mothers with basic needs for their children. Godfrey Athletics believes “No child will be turned away.” ESPECIALLY because of financial reasons

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The Sort Party

2009-11-12T12:27:00.005-05:00

Our final collective total for coat donations is 3488!!! Thanks

again to all of our partners, volunteers, and donators! This

was a well executed and very successful event and we couldn't

have done it with you! Look for more philanthropic events

coming soon as well as The Coats that Comfort 2nd Annual

Coat Drive!

http://s624.photobucket.com/albums/tt325/beacatalyst/Sort%20Party/

Coat Donations!

2009-10-31T03:32:00.003-04:00

This week we dropped off a ton of coats to The Salvation Army! Thanks to everyone one who has donated so far. These coats along with literally thousands of others will we delivered to the sort party on November 7th. We look forward to seeing all of our volunteers in attendance!

Thanks Again!!

Mike + Zoe

FlyPaper Mag supports Coats that Comfort!!!

2009-10-22T12:58:00.005-04:00

Recently Mike and I had the opportunity to be interviewed by the lovely Tomika, a staff writer for the blog, The FlyPaper, about our philanthropic effort of Coats that Comfort. Be sure to check out the latest issue of the neoteric blog that covers "Music, Fashion, Celebrities, Entertainment, and the news straight from your block" for the interview.

Have a great weekend

M + Z

Source: http://www.flypaperblog.com

LifeSaver Health Care, LLC

2009-10-19T20:06:00.008-04:00

These are pictures of our East Side Drop Off Location. The actual drop point is located just through the rear entrance of the building.

Again the address is:

6119 E. Main Street

Columbus, Ohio 43213

Monday-Friday 9a-4p

*Special Thanks to Barbara Noone Green and the employees of LifeSaver Health Care, LLC*

Mike and Zoe

Cool Kid Radio supports Coats that Comfort

2009-10-18T22:22:00.002-04:00

So on Friday Mike and I went to sit down to talk to SP and Smack Marcus over at Cool Kid Radio to discuss the coat drive. These two cats are true characters and pure connoisseurs of radio + music. We are so thankful to have lots of support from those in the fashion, arts, music and entertainment industries for our philanthropic venture.

Be sure to check the interview http://bit.ly/36F1Cm and continue to support these two young cats making moves on the radio!!

Mike and Zoë

ESP Enterprises supports Coats that Comfort!!

2009-10-15T16:42:00.004-04:00

ESP Enterprises is showing their support for Coats that Comfort. I would like to thank Mr. D Lorand Jackson for spreading the word via his e-newsletter which touches over 15,000 readers with the information regarding our philanthropic venture. Per their website "ESP specializes in the marketing and promotion of lifestyle products and services (music, movies, magazines, electronics, beverages, clubs, concerts, etc...) for small independent companies as well as Fortune 500 firms. Our clients have deemed us as the official "Merchants of Cool. " Be sure to send a email to with the subject line of "subscribe" to info@espenterprises.com in order to be a fellow "Merchant of Cool".

Mike and Zoë

COAT DONATIONS EXTENDED UNTIL NOV 6TH!!

2009-10-15T12:55:00.003-04:00

Happy Thursday everyone!! Mike and I wanted to let you know that the coat drive has been extended until November 6th. So be sure to drop your donations off at one of our pop up locations:

LifeSaver Health Care, LLC
6119 E. Main Street
Columbus OH 43213
* Monday through Friday 9a-4p

4th and High Hair & Fashion Boutique
1127 N High Street
Columbus OH 43201
* Wednesday through Saturday 12a – 8p

OR email us at coatsthatcomfort@gmail.com

Have a great day

Mike and Zoë

Sort Party October 17 CANCELLED

2009-10-14T22:21:00.003-04:00

Happy Wednesday everyone!! Thus far there have been 2k coats collected (for the entire coat drive initiative with the Salvation Army) and during the last sort event, all of the coats were sorted. Great news and efforts for the volunteers on the 10th!! Unfortunately, this leaves no work for us on the 17th!! :( SOOOOOOOOOO, please continue to spread the word so that we can exceed the number Salvation Army met last year of 4k!!!

xoxo

z

Nov. 7th Sort Party Volunteer List Full!!

2009-10-14T11:37:00.002-04:00

We are very pleased to announce that we have all the volunteers we need for our October 17th and November 7th sort parties!!
Please note that we will be sorting coats from 9am until 12noon. Breakfast/Brunch will be available to all volunteers.

WE ARE STILL IN NEED OF DONATIONS! Keep in mind that every coat that you donate will be sorted by Coats that Comfort and cleaned by Dublin and Caskey Cleaners. So no need to worry about cleaning your gently used coat prior to dropping your donation at one of the pop up locations.

Thanks!

October 17th Volunteer List Full!!

2009-10-10T13:51:00.002-04:00

We are very pleased to announce that we have all the volunteers we need for our October 17th sort party!!
We still have volunteer spots available for November 7. Please note that we will be sorting coats from 9am until 12noon. Breakfast/Brunch will be available to all volunteers.

We are still accepting donations all month! Keep in mind that every coat that you donate will be sorted by Coats that Comfort and cleaned by Dublin and Caskey Cleaners. So no need to worry about cleaning your gently used coat prior to dropping your donation at one of the pop up locations.

Thanks!

Mike Oliver of Phenology designed the logo

2009-10-08T11:17:00.002-04:00

Do you like it????

Sort Parties are filling up!!

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October 17th volunteer list has only a few spots left!! Philanthropy IS the new black!!! Sign up today.

All donated coats will be cleaned by Coats that Comfort !

2009-10-07T19:04:00.003-04:00

Hey everyone!! Keep in mind that every coat that you donate will sorted by Coats that Comfort and cleaned by Dublin and Caskey Cleaners. So no need to worry about cleaning your gently used coat prior to dropping your donation at one of the pop up locations. Your donations will be very well taken care of and distributed to those who need them.

Bundle up, the mercury is dropping this week in Central Ohio.

xoxo

z

The Pay it Forward version of a party: The Sort Party!!

2009-10-06T13:28:00.003-04:00

October 17 and November 7 sort parties will be held during the hours of 9a until 12noon. The location is at the Salvation Army sorting facility : Village Square Shopping Center (6502 Riverside Dr) in Dublin.

We will have a delectable spread of breakfast and brunch goodies for the volunteers, the debut of an exclusive Krate Digga CTC mix cd and photo opportunities to capture the efforts of all involved.

The volunteer list is filling up, so be sure to reserve your spot today!!

Donation Pop Up Location

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Be sure to bring your new and gently used coats to this location owned by charity minded individuals who do not hesitate to give back to Columbus communities.

6119 E Main St
Columbus OH 43213
Mondays through Fridays 9a-4p

Donation Pop Up Location

2009-10-05T23:56:00.002-04:00

Be sure to bring your new and gently used coats to this fabulous fashion and hair studio conveniently located in the hip enclave of Short North.

1127 N High Street
Columbus OH 43201
Corner of 4th and High
Wednesdays through Saturdays 12noon until 8p

Always paying it foward and forward thinking!!!

2009-10-05T15:26:00.002-04:00

Phenology Premium Soft Goods and The Repertoire PR + Marketing Collective are the brainchilds of two hard-working fashion & style minds. Michael Oliver of Phenology and Niki Zoë Vickers of Repertoire teamed up with The Promise Foundation, JWork Limited and The Columbus Urban Life in August for a school supply drive which helped over 300 school-aged Central Ohio children. Mike and Zoë are back at it with the "Coats that Comfort" 1st Annual Coat Drive which is a joint venture with The Salvation Army in Greater Columbus and slated to benefit many needy individuals during this winter season. These two are always thinking forward and want everyone to know that "Philanthropy IS the new black"!!!

1st Annual Coats that Comfort

2009-10-05T12:15:00.002-04:00

PHILANTHROPY IS THE NEW BLACK
Eco friendly streetwear label and a fashion stylist/brand strategist is teaming up with The Salvation Army in Greater Columbus to give back to the communities of Central Ohio for the Coats that Comfort 1st Annual Coat Drive.

Columbus, Ohio – September 2009 - With the chill of the winter months vastly approaching this beautiful metropolis, many adults and children of Central Ohio find themselves struggling to afford the basic necessity of proper cold-weather attire. Phenology Premium Soft Goods and Repertoire PR + Marketing Collective have joined forces with the Salvation Army, to host the “Coats that Comfort” 1st Annual Coat Drive. “Coats that Comfort” was created by the eco friendly streetwear label and fashion stylist/brand strategist to help at least 300 individuals through collecting, sorting and distributing* donations of new and gently used coats.

Holding at a frightening 11.1%, the unemployment rate in Ohio leaves many Columbus families needing the help of those in their community to help with coat donations to stay warm this winter. The organizers of “Coats that Comfort” recognized that the financial struggles facing countless Central Ohioans can be helped by simply becoming proactive and giving back to those in need.

This philanthropic venture will be a two part initiative which will consist of a coat drive and two “sort parties”. The coat drive portion of the initiative will take place from October 5 through October 31 and donations can be dropped off at conveniently located “donation pop ups” (hubs) throughout the city. The “Coats that Comfort” sort parties will be held on October 17th and November 7th at the Salvation Army sorting facility at Village Square Shopping Center (6502 Riverside Dr) in Dublin during the hours of 9a – 12 noon.

For more information on how to make a donation, locate a donation pop up, sign up to volunteer for a “sort party “, how to pre-register to obtain a coat donation or for a sponsorship/media kit, please contact Michael Oliver or Niki Zoë Vickers at coatsthatcomfort@gmail.com or log onto http://philanthropyisthenewblack.blogspot.com Distribution of the collected coats will be made by pre-registration at one of the Salvation Army Worship and Service Centers during the month of October. Those seeking a coat after the registration dates, please call 614.221.6561 to speak with a case worker.

Phenology Premium Soft Goods is a premium streetwear label whose company and design philosophy is engrossed in providing a natural phenomena of change with every collection. Continually focusing on offering their clients quality design aesthetics, fabric selections and fit, Phenology makes a conscious effort to offer a product which is eco friendly and created in a “green” environment.

The Repertoire PR + Marketing Collective is a marketing coterie dedicated to the fashion + beauty + lifestyle aesthetic™. Repertoire offers brand marketing, lifestyle coaching, event planning and other services to help create and build your brand.

Donation Pop Locations

LifeSaver Health Care LLC
6119 E. Main Street

Columbus OH 43213
* Monday through Friday 9a-4p

4th and High Hair & Fashion Boutique
1127 N High Street
Columbus OH 43201
* Wednesday through Saturday 12p-8p

*****Sort Parties****** October 17 and November 7 9a until 12noon

We will have a delectable spread of breakfast and brunch goodies for the volunteers, the debut of an exclusive Krate Digga CTC mix cd and photo opportunities to capture the efforts of all involved.

PLEASE PRE-REGISTER FOR COATS AT ONE OF Salvation Army Worship and Service Centers:

· East Main Street Worship and Service Center - Jerry Solomon 966 East Main Street, Columbus, OH

614.437.2153 COATS REGISTRATION: Oct. 26 to Nov. 6, 9-11:30 and 2-4

· Southside Service Center - Diana Gonzalez-Moorer 966 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 614.437-2152 COATS REGISTRATION: Oct. 26 to Nov. 6, 9-11:30 and 2-4

· West Mound Worship and Service Center - Cynthia Dalton 2300 West Mound Street, Columbus, OH 43204

614.274.7600 COATS REGISTRATION: Oct. 26 to Nov. 6, 9-11:30 and 2-4

· Worthington Woods - Ingrid Newton 760 Worthington Woods Blvd, Worthington 614.846.1884 COATS REGISTRATION: Oct. 26 to Nov. 6, 9-11:30

· Citadel Worship and Service Center - Jan Lucas 3976 Karl Rd. Columbus, OH 43224(614) 262-8450COATS REGISTRATION: Oct. 26 to Nov. 6, 9-11:30 and 2-4

· Hours: Oct. 26 to Nov. 6, 9-11:30 and 2-4 at Citadel, East Main, West Mound. 9-11:30 at Worthington.Salvation Army case workers will provide clients with vouchers than can be redeemed for coats anytime during a two month period at any of our Thrift Stores.

Blogger won't conquer me

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Full details coming VERY SOON!!! Technical difficulties

xoxo

z