We provide employment and training to homeless parents who manufacture sleeping bag coats for those in need.
At Empowerment Plan, we work to produce our durable and innovative coat that transforms into a sleeping bag. This employment opportunity ensures that each person we hire is able to earn a stable income, find secure housing, and regain their independence.
Behind the Seams
in the community
Spread the Warmth Road Trip
Always looking to expand our reach, in February 2021 our founder, Veronika Scott, set out on a three week, eight city road trip to pass out coats in partnership with some of our biggest supporters. Sponsored by Chevy, Veronika visited Detroit, Rochester NY, Boston, New York City, Washington D.C., Louisville, Chicago, and Grand Rapids and passed out 700 EMPWR sleeping bag coats to individuals in need along the way! This was a wonderful opportunity to say thank you to some of our partners who have supported EP over the years and to showcase the impact that organizations and individuals on the ground can have on homelessness in their community.
seamstress spotlight
Shacara Whatley
Shacara (aka Shae) has been part of the Empowerment Plan family for a year and a half. For those of you that have visited EP, the chances are pretty high that Shae gave you a personal demonstration of our coat. Her positive attitude, coupled with her creative skills, are sure to take her very far at EP and beyond! Shae recently moved into a new apartment with her young son, and thanks to Humble Design, it has been furnished top to bottom. Shae’s bright smile serves as a constant reminder that although we can’t always control what happens, we can control how we respond. Watch the video above for an inside look into Shae’s life.


