Ten local kids, from kindergarten to 12th grade, were styled and celebrated at the Youth Fashion Show on May 25, 2025. The youth showed up and showed OUT—and we couldn’t keep all that fabulousness to ourselves! Watch the video to see the stunning outfits, bold accessories, and the radiant young models who rocked their crowns with confidence, creativity, and heart.
👑💫 We’re sending a huge wave of gratitude to the incredible folks who made this day unforgettable:
🖤 Our Entertainers: • Rajnii Eddins • Omega Jade • JUST CAUZ • DJ Divine
🛠️ Our Partners & Sponsors: • Sheelahs Mobile Braiding LLC • ACT Bennington (BIPOC Youth Hair Clinic) • Vermont Student Anti-Racism Network (Entertainment Sponsor) • Black Sacred Soul (Outfits) • Glow’s Creations (Outfits) • Dana Decker (Tye Dye Styling) • Ferene Paris at All Heart Inspirations • Our Bennington Semi-Pro Basketball Team (Concessions) • Local raffle donors (too many to count!)
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Opportunity Fund for Southshire Youth and the Samara Fund of the The Vermont Community Foundation for their generous support, which made this project possible and helped bring our vision to life.
📸 Video by David Morelos Zaragoza
Rutland Area Branch of the NAACP 