Curbside Chronicle vendors are offering Valentine’s bouquets
People in Oklahoma City can buy flowers for their loved ones this Valentine’s Day while also supporting people who are working their way out of homelessness.
The Curbside Chronicle has teamed with the Plant Shoppe to create bouquets that will be made and sold by vendors who are homeless or atrisk of homelessness.
Small bouquets will be sold for $12, medium for $40 and large bouquets will be sold for $95.
The Curbside Chronicle, a program of the Homeless Alliance, provides both a voice and employment opportunities to people who are experiencing homelessness, through the sale of its local magazine. In recent years, the program has expanded its product line to include local artist-designed wrapping paper and flower bouquets.
“I just love the mission of The Curbside Chronicle and saw an opportunity to help them provide new economic opportunities to people who are experiencing homelessness,” said Jen Semmler, owner of the Plant Shoppe.
Individuals wearing green Curbside Chronicle vests will sell the small bouquets on sidewalks, in public spaces and at intersections throughout Oklahoma City Friday through Valentine's Day.
All proceeds from bouquets purchased from individuals will go directly to that individual who is working their way out of homelessness.
The Curbside Chronicle also will have two pop-up booths, one in The Plaza District and one inside of Leadership Square in downtown Oklahoma City. All proceeds from booth purchases will support The Curbside Chronicle’s mission of employing and empowering men and women transitioning out of homelessness in Oklahoma City.
Campaign sponsors include Fowler Automotive, the Cresap Family Foundation, Love’s Travel Stops and Country Stores, the Plant Shoppe and Oklahoma Flower Market.