Helping Women in Business

In 1912, Cordelia Adele Wainwright wed W.J. Shumaker. Walter James (W.J.) was the owner of the finest department store in Atlanta, GA. Cordelia grew up a socialite in Boston, MA.  Their chance meeting is the beginning of a great love story and the launch of Cordelia Shumaker.

This is her story in dolls, costumes, and accessories.

Nicholas Kristof article, "Sewing her way out of Proverty", tells the story of Jane Ngoiri, a woman in Nairobi who has managed to transform her life – and her children’s – with some outside help.
 
For the complete story and how you can help,  check out this link.

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