Bringing Hope on Angels’ Wings

Angels descending, bring from above,
Echoes of mercy, whispers of love.

When Fanny J. Crosby penned this, she was emphasizing the power associated with those heavenly beings. Angels are bringers of light, divine messengers. They may enter into the lives of average people weighed down with difficulties and work miracles. Everything associated with angels is positive, and this is no different in the business world.

Businesses that donate to humanitarian causes are often known for “doing the work of the angels.” But the enigmatic power of angels lays not so much in their ability to show up just when they are needed, but that they represent the grace from a higher power. It is the strong helping the weak and downtrodden that is so appealing in the works of the angels as well as business owners, including Jennifer Rountree of You Are Good, who are making their mark by reaching out to those in need.

You Are Good Takes Wing

You Are Good, started in 2007, is an apparel business based on philanthropic principles. Its tees, tanks, and long-sleeved shirts are winging their way into the lives of those who need compassion the most: abused children and the people who care about them. You Are Good is the expression of founder Jennifer Rountree’s passion. She has spent many years giving a voice to abused, downtrodden and oppressed children in Travis County. Frequently ill treated by those they loved and trusted, it may be hard for these children to see a sunny future. Abused children also suffer from severe emotional distress, and desperately need to know that they are loved and valued.

As an advocate with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Travis County, Jennifer has utilized her fourteen years of experience in helping children with the development of You Are Good’s gotta-have tops that sport a stylized pair of angel’s wings on the back. Jennifer’s uniquely designed shirts, which come in a variety of colors, including fuchsia, pastel pink, lemon, crème, grass green, sea foam, and basic black, are especially for those who feel like no one cares.

Jennifer’s shirts are a reminder that the individuals served by these agencies are so much more than what has happened to them. And who wouldn’t feel a little lighter with a pair of silver wings on their back? The impact of the shirts goes far beyond their utility. Supportive caregivers will find it easy to sport one of the classic tanks with baby rib binding that help keep the garment’s shape. Each tank is constructed from snuggly, durable cotton.

Even tiny tots can look like “little angels” in a one-piece romper, available in four colors. Toddler girls are covered with the racerback short dresses that can survive even the toughest day on the playground. Youth wear includes tough tees with the “You Are Good” slogan on the back, and cold weather doesn’t stand a chance against the strength of the snuggly, micro-waffled thermal long-sleeved shirts. These pink or white angel-winged tops are a lot like wearing a warm hug.

All of these fashionable 100%-cotton tops make great holiday presents or just little pick-me-ups for the ones you love, and help to raise the awareness of the plight of abused and neglected children. The angelic designs are also a unique way to simultaneously start a conversation and show support for a difficult, little-discussed issue. And, as if seeing the effects of letting someone know you care is not motivation enough, part of every shirt sale goes to help the children of Travis County.

Be angelic: lend a helping hand and let others know you care at www.youaregoodtees.com