purpose in every purchase. opportunity in every job.
At Bloom, meaningful employment is an important part of helping survivors of sex trafficking and sexual exploitation build independence and move toward a brighter future. Through our social enterprises and community employment partnerships, women gain work experience, develop skills, and earn income in supportive environments.
what is a social enterprise?
A social enterprise is a business with a purpose beyond profit. It sells products or services while advancing a social mission.
Bloom’s social enterprises create employment and job training opportunities for survivors while generating revenue to support our mission. Every purchase, class, and visit helps provide sanctuary and a continuum of care to heal, empower, and employ women rebuilding their lives.
My Sister's Closet
My Sister’s Closet is Bloom’s women’s charity boutique in Bethlehem, offering curated, pre-loved clothing, accessories, and meaningful gifts, as well as maternity and baby (preemie to 18 months) clothing at it s co-located My Little Flower Boutique. This social enterprise also provides opportunities for survivors to gain experience in retail, customer service, and daily business operations—all while inviting shoppers to support Bloom’s mission.
Bloom Creative Studio
Located in Bangor, Bloom Creative Studio brings people together through art classes, private events, and handmade products. Survivors gain employment experience in a creative, supportive setting, while every class and purchase helps make healing and new opportunities possible.
Grounds for Restoration
Grounds for Restoration is Bloom’s specialty coffee social enterprise. Through coffee sales, survivors gain opportunities to develop workplace skills and earn income. Every bag connects your daily cup with a greater purpose: supporting women on their journey toward healing and independence.
community employment partnerships
Our commitment to meaningful employment extends beyond Bloom’s own businesses. We also work with community partners to connect survivors with opportunities to apply their skills, explore career paths, and build confidence in the workplace.
These opportunities include the PA 211 Fellowship program and our strategic partnership with the St. Francis Retreat Center. Together, these partnerships expand the pathways available to women as they work toward lasting independence.
be part of what comes next
Shop our boutiques and products, take a class, choose Grounds for Restoration coffee, or explore becoming a community employment partner. Your support helps create meaningful opportunities for survivors—and a stronger community for us all.