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Her mother may be behind bars, but her dreams don’t have to be.

Her mother may be behind bars, but her dreams don’t have to be.Her mother may be behind bars, but her dreams don’t have to be.Her mother may be behind bars, but her dreams don’t have to be.
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5 million children

 In the United States have experienced parental incarceration at some point in their lives.

 Discover what we are doing about it.

Our Mission

 Beauty Marks for Girls exists to empower daughters whose mothers are incarcerated through mentorship, trauma-informed care, and early intervention programs that create pathways to higher education and future success.

Our Story

Beauty Marks for Girls was born out of both pain and purpose.  Our founder, Jennifer Jones, is the daughter of a formerly incarcerated mother and knows firsthand the silence, shame, and stigma that too often follow children of incarcerated parents.


What began as one woman’s healing journey has grown into a statewide movement of hope. Today, Beauty Marks for Girls stands with the daughters of incarcerated mothers, ensuring that no girl has to carry the weight of her circumstances alone. Our mission is unwavering, and our commitment is steadfast.


What started with just $17, one mentee, and one correctional facility has now expanded to six counties, three prison systems, and more than $235,000 in college funding secured through 

our College Access Program.


Our story proves that even the smallest seed can grow into a harvest of hope. With your support, we can continue to expand our reach and provide more opportunities. 

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PINK Fridays are finally back!

 

 

TWO WAYS TO HELP US REACH OUR GOAL! 

 

This November 6th through December 18th, Beauty Marks for Girls is turning Fridays pink to support girls impacted by parental incarceration.

 We need your help!


SHOP PINK

Visit a participating PINK Fridays business Nov. 6th-Dec 18th!

GIVE PINK
Make a direct donation to support Beauty Marks for Girls programs and family services.


Parental incarceration should never define her future.


Every purchase and donation helps provide mentorship, mental wellness support, hygiene essentials, and pathways to college opportunities for girls impacted by parental incarceration.

PINK Fridays is more than a fundraiser. It's about a community coming together to remind every girl that her parent's incarceration does not determine her future.


Stand with us. Shop Pink. Give Pink.

The future is Hers!

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Our Impact

$235K+ in college funding secured through our career and college readiness program

$235K+ in college funding secured through our career and college readiness program
$235K+ in college funding secured through our career and college readiness program

0% High school dropout rate for 7 consecutive years

$235K+ in college funding secured through our career and college readiness program
$235K+ in college funding secured through our career and college readiness program

2,000+ hygiene and essential products distributed to justice-impacted youth

$235K+ in college funding secured through our career and college readiness program
2,000+ hygiene and essential products distributed to justice-impacted youth

From pain to power...

Beauty Marks for Girls' 2026 5th Annual Scholarship Ball

 

Because of you, she walked!


 The 5th Annual Beauty Marks for Girls Runway Scholarship Ball was more than a Runway Show. It was a celebration of resilience, achievement, and what becomes possible when a community chooses to invest in girls impacted by parental incarceration.


On June 27, 2026, our community came together in Greenville for an unforgettable evening celebrating our mentees, college-bound seniors, College graduates, and the women whose stories remind us of the power of second chances.


 Together, we raised $24,708 through our 2026 Runway Scholarship Ball. Your support helped bring this unforgettable evening to life while investing in scholarships, mentorship, and continued opportunities for the girls we serve.

 

Because of you, she didn’t just walk the runway.

She walked toward her future. 


 Pictured: 2026 Nursing Graduate & Full-Ride Scholarship Recipient 

CONTINUE TO WALK WITH US

Celebrating our program graduates!

Making History: Opening doors to higher education for children of incarcerated parents through our first scholarship fund.

 Over 50 invited guests filled the room with excitement to witness the Unveiling of Beauty Marks for Girls' Scholarship Ceremony. We are thrilled to announce our partnership with The Spartanburg Foundation to establish one of the first-ever college scholarship funds tailored exclusively for children of incarcerated parents.


President of The Spartanburg County Foundation 



What we do

Mental Health & Wellness

College and Career Readiness
Mental Health & Wellness
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Wellness support

College and Career Readiness
Mental Health & Wellness
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College and Career Readiness

College and Career Readiness
College and Career Readiness
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Who we serve

Demographics

South Carolina Counties
South Carolina Counties

Youth: Ages 8–18
Parents: Serving 1 year to life in South Carolina state prisons
Caregivers: Kinship providers—relatives and family friends who step in to provide care and stability 


South Carolina Counties

South Carolina Counties
South Carolina Counties

Greenville County 

Spartanburg County 

Union County 

Richland County 

Cherokee County 

Greenwood County 

Brooklyn, New York 2025 Ms. South Awardees

Ms. Foundation for Women · Brooklyn, New York

“The South is a region where women and girls of color have the least access to philanthropic resources while leading innovative and impactful efforts to advance equity and justice for all,” said Roz Lee, Vice President of Strategy and Programs at the Ms. Foundation. “Ms. has a strong history of supporting WGOC-led grassroots advocacy and leadership in the South, and is eager to partner with social justice leaders and Southern funders to go deeper.” 

The Ms. Foundation will seek to assemble a balanced portfolio of rural, urban, emerging, and established organizations. By advocating for greater investment within the philanthropic community, the organization aims to influence philanthropy to increase giving to women and girls of color by a significant margin. 


Pictured: Teresa C. Younger The Ms. Foundation for Women, Brooklyn, New York

Beauty Marks for Girls Awarded: Dabo's All In Foundation

The Dabo's All In Foundation Grantees

We extend our deepest appreciation to The Dabo's All In Foundation for selecting Beauty Marks for Girls as a grantee. The generous grant will allow us to expand our programs, provide essential resources, and create transformative experiences for our mentees.


The impact of this contribution reaches far beyond the financial aspect; it signifies a shared commitment to creating a brighter future for such deserving girls!!


Thank you Dabo and Kathleen Swinney, we couldn't be more overjoyed!


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 Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission. Every $2,500 raised helps us award a college scholarship, removing barriers and providing pathways to success.

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 Beauty Marks for Girls is a nonprofit corporation recognized by the IRS as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN #82-5487846). Contributions to Beauty Marks for Girls qualify as tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.  Copyright © 2026 Beauty Marks for Girls- All Rights Reserved.

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