Live Out Loud Charity (LOLC) is hosting a fashion show to raise funds for suicide prevention and anti-bullying. Local and national fashion designers will showcase their collections on stage at one of Louisville’s premier venues; the Crowne Plaza. Over 150 models of all sizes, heights, ages, and ethnic backgrounds will take the stage to stand against suicide and bullying. “Our models are real people affected by suicide, depression, bullying, and low self-esteem. Each person that walks our runway is empowered by our training and the incredible experiences they gain at LOLC events. Live Out Loud Charity is a major support system for individuals needing a positive outlet to rebuild their confidence,” states founder, Sherrie Gearheart.
Spokespersons including Teen Kentucky Ambassador Shanna McClung along with Sherrie Gearheart will educate the audience on the signs of depression, the steps for suicide intervention, and the resources available for those in need. Funds raised from the benefit will aid in the organization’s 2018 community outreach in core character development and anti-bullying. Community members, media outlets, and school officials are invited to attend the benefit. Tickets are available online through eventbrite.com.
Performing at the show is Kentucky teen vocalist Savannah Reeves along with Atlanta based singer/songwriter Jason London. Opening the show includes child singer Dylan Maynard and Kathy Navigato. The fashion show has designers from Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois. The official designers showcasing in the 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Fashion Show for LOLC include: MJ Millennial Collection, Kimberly Phillips Clothier, Dot Dot smile by Andrea and Kayce, Brick Malone. JossyBelle Boutique, Sharisa Couture Designs, Danaya Designs 4U, Wonderfulee Marlee, Jackson Skyler, Keyan Karr, Bella Royal, Jordan Skeen, HEKaTuRe Designs, Shear Gold Fashions, Bryan Boyd, and The Polkadotted Pineapple Boutique.
Live Out Loud Charity is a non-profit organization founded in 2010. LOLC’s mission is to save lives through awareness and education. The organization has reached millions of people worldwide through television, radio, magazines, school tours, awareness events, and newspapers. The non-profit trains volunteers as spokespersons and ambassadors in the QPR Institute’s suicide intervention program, its Core Character Development workshops, and STAR anti-bullying presentations. LOLC has successfully trained over 100 representatives across the United States as well as internationally in Puerto Rico, Ireland, the Philippines, Jamaica, Liberia, Canada, and France.