SoHarlem is a place-based social enterprise that connects people living in poverty with cultural industry opportunities that help them achieve economic self-sufficiency. To do this, we incubate creative entrepreneurs, and we train the workforce needed to sustain them.

Over the past twelve years, SoHarlem has launched more than 20 successful micro-businesses comprising everything from custom-made, couture garments to fashion accessories. Our Entrepreneurs in Residence are Olivia Smashum (Blue Olive), Javier Valencia (Javier Valencia Designs), Jacqueline Puello-Raboy (JPR Creations), Andres Biel (IFLYUNIVERSE), Ashley Best, Asjai Lou, Christian Joseph, Chrystina Casado (Brunch At Zion's), Dean Elefante (Youthful Dystopia), Deirde Washington (BLHR), Donna Drew (Triangle Designs), Gladys Perez, Katana and Kyetra Williams (Fashion To The People), Nelvin De La Rosa, Noah Josēph (Art in Heaven), Pamela Imani Mungin (Cre8tive Soles 4U), Patricia Micheals (PM Waterlily Designs), Walter Dixon (Atashi), and Zaire Benjamin.

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Support SoHarlem. Your tax-deductible donation provides crucial support, enabling us to offer essential training, workshops, and access to our Designers' Studio, a space where individuals learn, connect, and thrive. Your generosity ensures SoHarlem can continue to serve those who depend on us. All size gifts are welcome. Please click DONATE to make a contribution to SoHarlem.