Just over seven years ago, the owners of Black Visionary Designers Barber Salon located 223 W. 8th Street, felt they could do more than just provide haircuts. They decided to start a coat drive, first asking local residents and businesses for new or slightly worn coats. Every year, since 2008, more than six hundred coats have been donated to this endeavor.
The Barber salon, Black Visionary Designers is now solely owned by Terrone Warren. The owner, who grew up in Wilmington, is compelled to give back to the community. Terrone Warren said, “People are less fortune and a lot of us are unaware of the magnitude of their suffering. The feeling of giving is priceless.”
There are many barber shops in the city of Wilmington, but not many focus on helping the community. Black Visionary Designers holds an annual shoe drive for Easter, sponsors free community dinners and turkey giveaways for Thanksgiving. The barber salon also give $5 haircuts to students going back to school.In 2008, one lady said, “I didn’t have money to buy my three kids anything for Christmas this year and the three coats really helped.” The coat and jacket drive makes a big impact in the community. The coat drive says a lot for owner and the city of Wilmington, DE.
Terrone wants to make a positive difference in the Wilmington. He wants to shine a light to the increasing violence occurring in Wilmington. A residence since birth, Terrone wants to see positive things taking place in the city he calls home.
This is the 8th Annual Coat Drive. The owner realizes having coats for Christmas is important. “It’s not just about making money by giving haircuts,” says owner, Terrone. The owner is in need of new and slightly used coats and jackets again.
“No, we are not rich,” says Terrone, “but we believe in giving back. So let’s clear out some space and give to those less fortunate.”
BVD Barber Salon address is 223 W. 8th St. Wilmington, DE 19801 Located right between Libby’s and Essex Restaurants.
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If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Terrone Warren please call (302) 420-2152 or email him at bvdsalon@aol.com.
