Designed For Joy provides women in crisis with stability through immediate employment and support, removing the stigma of vulnerability. We provide living wage work for women emerging with trafficking, homelessness, time in prison and other vulnerable situations.
Join us in celebrating that in 7 years we have hired over 140 women with over $500,000 in living wages earned.
Merrimon-Wynne House
500 N Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27604
Donate to our online/silent auction here!
Art, products, vacations and services are all welcome.
What to Expect
Beautiful Location
The event is located at the beautiful Merrimon-Wynne House. Enjoy the scenery while supporting Designed for Joy.
Stories of Success through Designed for Joy
Learn about Designed For Joy's impact over the last 7 years.
Artisan Experience
Sew together with an expert sewist to create one of our signature products.
Silent Auction
Explore a variety of items up for auction at our silent auction. Proceeds directly support our mission and provide employment opportunities for women in need.
Catered Stations with Beer, Wine, and a Signature Cocktail
Enjoy a meal and drinks provided by our amazing sponsors.
Shop Designed for Joy
We'll have our best selling and newest products to shop.
Join our list of sponsors!
For more information about sponsorship, email us here.
Artisan Experience Sponsor
Auction Sponsor
Shopping Experience Sponsor
Social Sponsor
In-Kind Sponsors