In a world where hope can sometimes feel distant, One Purse has found a powerful way to help survivors of trafficking, abuse, and exploitation rebuild their lives—one handbag, one opportunity, and one dream at a time.
Every purse donated, every scholarship awarded, and every woman empowered moves us closer to a future filled with freedom, dignity, and opportunity.
The Heart of One Purse: Building Dreams, One Purse at a Time
The story of One Purse began with a simple but life-changing idea:
What if something as ordinary as a handbag could spark extraordinary change?
Founder Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good recognized that survivors needed more than rescue—they needed a real path forward. A way to heal, to grow, and to believe in new beginnings.
One Purse’s mission is clear and transformational:
Equip survivors to build healthy, self-sustaining lives through education, mentorship, and empowerment.
Starting with the collection and resale of gently-loved designer handbags, One Purse has grown into a national movement dedicated to restoring hope and rebuilding futures.
Today, One Purse offers:
- Educational scholarships for college, certification, and vocational programs
- Mentorship programs that develop real-world skills and lasting confidence
- Micro-enterprise and career training to support financial independence
Each program empowers survivors to step into the life they deserve, filled with possibility and purpose.
Building Lasting Change: How One Purse Makes a Difference
While many organizations offer short-term assistance, One Purse is committed to long-term, sustainable transformation.
Their programs focus on:
Education Scholarships
Financial support helps survivors access higher education, trade schools, and certifications that lead to stable, meaningful careers.
Mentorship and Professional Development
Personalized mentorship programs equip survivors with career skills, leadership training, and the confidence to pursue their dreams.
Micro-Enterprise Empowerment
Through small business training and financial literacy education, survivors learn how to create their own paths toward independence and success.
This powerful model ensures that survivors do not just survive—they thrive.
How You Can Be Part of This Mission
Big change begins with simple acts of kindness.
You can support One Purse and help build new futures in many ways:
- Donate a Handbag:
Your gently-loved designer handbag could fund education, training, and life-changing opportunities. - Sponsor a Survivor’s Journey:
Support scholarships, housing, and personal development programs that help women reclaim their futures. - Shop for a Cause:
Every purchase from One Purse’s store funds critical survivor support initiatives. - Become a Mentor:
Offer your knowledge, skills, and encouragement to survivors as they rebuild and grow. - Share the Mission:
Spread the word across your community and social networks to inspire others to join.
Every donation, every purse, and every word shared brings someone closer to freedom, stability, and hope.
Why Support Matters Now More Than Ever
Trafficking, abuse, and exploitation continue to affect countless individuals across every community.
For survivors, escaping is only the beginning. Building a stable, independent life afterward requires education, support, and opportunity.
One Purse stands committed to walking alongside survivors every step of the way.
Through scholarships, mentorship, and empowerment programs, survivors are becoming college graduates, small business owners, advocates, and leaders—proving that transformation is not only possible but unstoppable with the right support.
When you support One Purse you are investing in stronger communities, brighter futures, and second chances.
One Purse’s Growing Recognition: Featured on American Dream TV
Because of their outstanding mission and life-changing impact, One Purse was proudly featured on the two-time Emmy-nominated national TV show, American Dream TV: Selling Winter Park.
Our special episode highlighted One Purse’s inspiring work helping survivors of trafficking, abuse, and exploitation rebuild their lives with dignity, opportunity, and hope.
You can watch the full segment here: One Purse on American Dream TV: Selling Winter Park
This national spotlight celebrated what supporters have always known—One Purse is transforming lives every day, one handbag and one new beginning at a time.
Final Word: A Future Rewritten with Hope
At its heart, One Purse is about more than handbags—it’s about restoring dignity, building opportunity, and creating futures once thought impossible.
Every donation, every scholarship, and every act of support becomes part of a greater story: a story of resilience, courage, and transformation.
The journey from surviving to thriving begins with a simple decision to get involved.
Join One Purse and be part of something extraordinary.
