The heart of Murfreesboro beats stronger thanks to the tireless work of two transformative non-profits: Amelia’s Closet and Liberty’s Station. These organizations, both rooted in compassion and empowerment, are celebrating significant milestones that highlight their ongoing commitment to uplifting individuals facing barriers in their professional and personal lives.
Amelia’s Closet: A Decade of Empowering Women
Amelia’s Closet, founded in 2014, recently marked its 10-year anniversary of empowering women in need. Over the past decade, this nonprofit has provided more than 750 women with professional attire and career development resources, helping them break cycles of poverty and achieve financial independence. The organization has gifted over $184,000 worth of clothing and makeovers to women in the Middle Tennessee area, helping them rebuild their lives and reclaim their confidence.
Amelia’s Closet does more than dress women for success; it prepares them for long-term careers by offering a supportive community and career coaching. Jody Powers, the founder and executive director of Amelia’s Closet, emphasized the transformative impact the organization has made: “Our mission of empowering women to break poverty cycles and build brighter futures for themselves and their families would not be possible without the generous support of our community.”
As the organization celebrates its 10th anniversary, it looks forward to continuing this legacy of transformation. To commemorate this milestone, Amelia’s Closet will host its Project Restyle 2.0 fundraiser in 2025 at Liberty’s Station, inviting the community to support its mission of helping women thrive in the workforce.
Liberty’s Station: Two Years of Unlocking Potential
Liberty’s Station, an extension of Amelia’s Closet, celebrated its two-year anniversary in September 2024. This community-funded café, venue, and job training center serves individuals facing employment obstacles, offering hands-on training and job placement in fields such as food service, retail, and customer relations. By working with local businesses and organizations, Liberty’s Station has successfully placed many participants into permanent positions, helping them overcome barriers and build meaningful careers.
Vice President Alicia Stachura highlighted the remarkable impact Liberty’s Station has made in just two years: “The interns who have come through our doors have not only gained valuable skills but have inspired us all with their resilience and determination. Liberty’s Station is more than a training center; it’s a place where lives are changed.”
As Liberty’s Station looks toward the future, it remains committed to its mission of unlocking the God-given potential of individuals in the community. Its approach, grounded in inclusivity and empowerment, has proven to be life-changing for many, inspiring both participants and the community at large.
Looking Forward
As these two organizations reflect on their journeys, they express deep gratitude for the support they have received from the Murfreesboro community. Both Amelia’s Closet and Liberty’s Station have created spaces where individuals can grow, thrive, and realize their potential, and they remain dedicated to expanding their missions in the years to come.
To continue supporting their vital work, community members are encouraged to donate to Liberty’s Station at libertysstationtn.org and to participate in Amelia’s Closet’s Project Restyle fundraiser in 2025, visit https://ameliascloset.org/. These contributions will help ensure that more lives are transformed, and more individuals are empowered to build brighter futures.
"Liberty’s Station is more than a training center; it’s a place where lives are changed."