Kim HolwellPhotos: Kellie Boston

Kim Holwell
Photos: Kellie Boston
Caring for community causes
If a nonprofit or organization is in need on Amelia Island, you can best bet, Twisted Sisters! is waiting in the wings ready to help out where needed. It could be a pop-up shop, a fashion show or a straight donation to a cause. “My staff and I love giving back to our community,” says store owner Kim Holwell.
Open for giving. Many local charities approach Holwell to donate in some capacity, including Women of Nassau County, Newcomers Club and the local women’s club. Holwell will also donate funds several times a year to Fernandina Beach High School’s art department for art supplies. For back to school, Twisted Sisters! also supports a local youth organization that takes donations of school supplies and clothing. Through that drive, the store donated 60 backpacks to kids in need.

During Twisted Sisters! Barbie party over the summer, 10% of sales were donated to the Nassau Humane Society.
For the customers. Holwell became interested in doing something with Penny’s Flight Foundation because one of her customers suffers from neurofibromatosis. The store also donates to Katie’s Ride for Autism because one staff member is very involved with the cause. The women’s boutique also hosted a Barbie party over the summer where it donated 10% of sales to the Nassau Humane Society.
Starfish Awards recognize companies in our industry that are making a difference through charitable donations and efforts. Know of a company that is deserving of an award? Submit a nomination at www.seasideretailer.com/starfish-award.