We are BraveWorks.

Transforming pain to purpose.

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There is a story behind every handmade product. There is a story behind every artisan.

A story of transformation.

A story of empowerment.

A story of courage.

A story of hope.

Our vision is bold.

To be a catalyst for God-inspired transformation through artisan enterprise, leading to abundant and purposeful lives.

Our mission is to empower women and families overcoming trauma and injustice, bridging the gap from pain to purpose through:

Impactful Connections

We gather artisans into our community-then we surround and support them with mentors, partners, and resources that equip and empower them.

Inspired Creations

Our artisans handcraft works of art-a restorative process that teaches them skills, instills hope, and ignites their sense of purpose.

Economic Confidence

Artisans emerge from programs and partnerships with us as confident contributors to society and with momentum towards economic mobility.

Global Reach. Local Impact.

Based in Charlotte, NC, we empower over 500 women and families in the US, Africa, and South & Central America a year.

Shop Here

Meet some of our artisans here in Charlotte, NC and around the world.

VISIT US

Support our artisans at the shop.

You'll love being surrounded by their stories, photos, and beautiful creations.

1717 Cleveland Ave

Charlotte, NC 28203

Hours:

Monday-Friday: 10AM-5PM
Sunday: CLOSED

Saturday Hours:

May 28th, CLOSED
June 4th: OPEN 10AM-CLOSED 4PM
June 11th: CLOSED
June 18th: OPEN 10AM-CLOSED 4PM
June 25th: OPEN 10AM-CLOSED 4PM

Meet our community

"I admire BraveWorks' ability to bring women from different cultures around a table into a community of support and encouragement."

Kalie Koivisto, Board of Directors Member

"Loving these artisans is truly a blessing. It takes my eyes off myself and makes my heart happy. I tell them, 'I'm just here to love on you and all I ask is that you love me back, because I need it too.'

Norma Dougherty, Mentor

"By creating jewelry and making beautiful works, and knowing others will get to wear these items, I'm able to pass on the encouragement that's been given to me."

Sabrina, Artisan