Beauty brand L’Oréal Paris USA announces its 2021 L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth class, recognizing the philanthropic achievements of ten non-profit leaders from across the nation who bring to life the brand’s signature tagline, “Because You’re Worth It” by making meaningful change that addresses some of society’s most pressing issues.
In a year of tremendous change and need, each woman exemplified extraordinary passion for their community by creating innovative solutions that met the needs of the most vulnerable. From addressing the rising hate speech and xenophobia against Asian Americans, to raising attention to the underreporting of Black missing individuals, and saving lives by advancing awareness for depression and suicide amongst youth.
In the 16th year of the brand’s signature philanthropic program, the 2021 L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth class will join a multifaceted alumnae network of 150 individuals, who champion a diverse range of causes and hold unwavering resiliency, bravery and courage that shows others the power of owning one's worth. In recognition of their charitable work, they will also each receive $20,000 in funding to support their endeavors, mentorship from the L’Oréal Paris community to build their organizations, and a national platform to share their story.
Now through November 30, Americans are invited to visit WomenofWorth.com to read their stories and then vote for one woman to be named this year’s National Honoree, who will receive an additional $25,000 for their non-profit. One vote per day, per individual will qualify.
“For over 50 years L’Oréal Paris has strived to foster and inspire a sense of worth in others, and no one exemplifies our mission more than our Women of Worth who lift up the most vulnerable in their local communities,” said L’Oréal Paris USA President, Ali Goldstein. “That’s why it’s our honor to build a platform that elevates not only their remarkable stories of tenacity, but their charitable giving to create even greater impact. From our upcoming primetime television special to exclusive digital storytelling, we hope you are inspired by this year’s incredible women.”
Meet the 2021 L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth Honorees
- Amanda Munz – Long Island, NY; Founder, The Fashion Foundation: addresses sustainability within the fashion industry by selling excess fashion samples, with proceeds supporting local schoolchildren
- Ashley Rhodes-Courter – St. Petersburg, FL; Founder & Executive Director, Sustainable Families LLC: educates, supports and strengthens high-risk and high-conflict families by creating access to mental health, educational, nutritional and other care opportunities
- Briana Daniel – Orlando, FL; Founder, Street Team Movement, Inc. restores hope to individuals impacted by homelessness by providing them with laundry and remedial aid distributed through vending machines
- Lara MacGregor – Louisville, KY; Founder, Hope Scarves: supports people facing cancer through scarves and stories
- Marian McCord – St. Louis, MO; Co-founder, CHADS Coalition for Mental Health: saves young lives by advancing awareness and prevention of depression and suicide
- Michelle Tran – New York, NY; Co-founder, Soar Over Hate: Combats anti-Asian hate and xenophobia by equipping Asian Americans with personal safety devices, need-based scholarships and culturally competent therapy
- Natalie Guo – Boston, MA; Founder, Off Their Plate: empowers local minority-led kitchens to deliver the restorative power of wholesome meals to those experiencing hardship
- Natalie Wilson – Washington, D.C.; Co-founder, Black & Missing Foundation: brings awareness to missing people of color, educates the minority community on personal safety, and provides vital resources to help family and friends of missing persons
- Pooja Chandrashekar – Potomac Falls, VA; Founder & CEO, ProjectCSGirls: Inspires girls to pursue computer science and technology a national competition, hands-on STEM workshops and mentorship programs
- Starr Davis – Miami, FL; Founder, The Starr Institute, Inc.: educates, engages and empowers youth and the community about child sexual abuse and exploitation
To elevate their powerful stories, this year’s honorees will be featured on primetime television, as the L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth special broadcast event makes its return to NBC this fall. Consumers are also invited to follow L’Oréal Paris on social now through December for exclusive digital programming, that extends storytelling around each honoree by raising visibility to their inspiring journeys of resiliency, as well their commitment to enriching their local communities.