We formally unveiled our stunning new “training and welcome” room on December 16, 2025. The space was designed pro bono by the actress and television host Drew Barrymore and created pro bono by Made by Gather, the company behind America’s fastest-growing kitchen and homeware brands, Beautiful by Drew Barrymore and bella.
This incredible gift to The Sharing Shelf was made possible through Made by Gather’s Founder and CEO Shae Hong and his wife Erica Hong. Erica set in motion the dynamics that have now made this extraordinary space a reality.
Erica and Shae first introduced Drew to The Sharing Shelf, sparking a conversation about how they could collectively make a meaningful contribution. Together, they offered to donate the transformation of a 20’ x 30’ space adjacent to our Teen Boutique into a much-needed “training and welcome room.” Drew designed the furnishings personally, while Made by Gather executed the transformation and brought her vision to life.
We are using our new “training and welcome” room for multiple purposes: it’s a warm, welcoming space for teens; it serves as a training space for our clothing education program for teens; it’s a welcoming and training area for our group volunteers; and it’s a space for our team to hold meetings.
If you have not seen this incredible gift, we invite you to reach out and schedule a tour.
