Harlem’s Fashion Row launches nonprofit to aid designers in response to coronavirus pandemic
AmNews Staff Reports | 5/28/2020, midnight
Harlem Week Fashion Show
Photo by Courtenay Brown
Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR) is launching a new non-profit, ICON 360, on May 30 in
response to the current coronavirus pandemic.
In an effort to raise funds for designers of color, the influential arts and entertainment
organization will host a ‘Virtual Fundraiser’ with special fashion industry guests, to celebrate and support designers who apply for the ICON 360 grant.
The nonprofit program would provide forgivable relief to designers of color who are
pivoting their businesses during this pandemic and need funding to scale.
The current economic climate has brought forth uncertainty for designers. With the halt
in productions and dramatic declines in sales, Harlem’s Fashion Row decided to take action and
assist designers of color.
The mission is to dedicate 100% of ticket sales to the new non-profit, ICON 360, providing a safety net for designers of today and the future. Go to www.hfricon360.com for more
information.
