Nisa Homes – Establishment of National Community-Based Thrift Stores
Nisa Homes, which provides transitional housing for Muslim women and children, will use this grant to assess the feasibility and market for a community-based thrift store. The goal of this pilot project would be to provide equitable employment opportunities to women who are Muslim, immigrant, refugee, non-status, or experiencing homelessness or abuse. This means ensuring there are childcare options, flexible work hours, decent wages, access to mental health and social supports. A community-based approach will be implemented, involving the clients of Nisa Homes. The long-term vision is to launch thrift stores across Canada.
Grant amount: $50,000
