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May 17, 2018

Violett Beane

ActressLos Angeles, CAStory by Lauri LevenfeldPhotos by Lauri Levenfeld & Anna Zhang
Makeup & Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler

Violett Beane is not only a successful and talented actress but a young lady with a whole lot of conviction and heart. Whether she is protecting the rights of animals via her vegan practices and campaigns for Peta, or addressing the nation with outspoken words on gun reform and mental health institutions, Violett’s number one on the agenda is to be a good person, treat others with kindness and help make choice decisions that benefit a brighter world for everyone. It is no wonder we fell instantly for this bright and shining star, and her fluffy new pup companion Kora (who tagged along) was an added bonus. This article is chock full of wisdom from a prodigy we are certainly watching. 

 

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April 3, 2018

Jesse Draper

Halogen VenturesLos Angeles, CAStory & Photography by Lauri LevenfeldMakeup & Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler

There is no question that 2018 will be yet another year where progressive women band together to create new realities and ensure justice for their own and others’ personal and professional lives. This holds true in regards to women’s health, equal pay, and gender equality, as more women become breadwinners and independents. For Jesse Draper, a former actress and now venture capitalist, the path to her current fund Halogen Ventures (which supports women-founded consumer technology) wasn’t always easy to imagine due to the lack of women leaders in technology and finance while growing up.

Yet by starting with small investments, Jesse gained meaningful success and proved to her male counterparts that she had a vision and talent for finding women who doing extraordinary things. If you are a female entrepreneur with questions on vc funding or have never invested in the stock market, today we have the tips to help you become the boss lady you dream of. As Jesse Draper welcomes her second baby boy into the world, her hope is that one day companies will understand that diversity and equality are the best path to success. 

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March 15, 2018

Devon Rose x SKO Habibi X TPFG

TribeSan Francisco, CAPhotos & Story by Lauri LevenfeldStyling by Katja O’Brien
Makeup & Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler & Tacha Scott

The tribe is the basis of what The Project for Girls platform is built on. The ultimate girl gang, one that provides a safe space for its members to inspire, share dreams, fears,  and make things happen. A community where the individual is celebrated, but togetherness is love. In our latest editorial we collaborated with the ultra talented Emily Payne of Devon Rose x SKO Habibi bringing fresh, iconic new looks to our beloved girl warrior. It is here we spotlight

nine unique girls from The Project for Girls who are paving their own path with courage, drive and creativity, while contributing to something bigger through partnership and unity.

Our Tribe:  Gabrielle Begun, Odessa Goldberg, Alexa Ponciano, Grace Wethor, Violet Lux, Kai Morton, Jillian Shea Spaeder, Chandler Moseley, Allegra O’Brien & Morgan Moseley

 

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November 21, 2017

Sienna Vratimos

SuperheroDaly City, CAPhotography by Wendy HortonStory by Lauri Levenfeld
Retail by Little Rags and Riches & Airfish

When photographer Wendy Horton brought Sienna Vratimos to my attention, I was blown away by the presence, the strength and the love of this little girl. At five years old, Sienna’s non-verbal autism has challenged her life in many ways, yet has never defined her. Through the support of her loving mom Karyn, the Vratimos’ family and her therapists created a dedicated blog to share her story, to sharpen her toolset, and to help others through insight and resources. Karyn’s photo booth has given Sienna a celebratory platform to connect and communicate with others, while giving its readership the opportunity to witness the incredible internal light radiating from one deeply determined and passionate child. For Karyn and her daughter Sienna, this is a journey of love, two best friends, and a community learning to see life a little differently and taking a cue from a new Superhero on how to live life to the fullest.

 

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May 17, 2017

Jovina & Joys Annika G. David

Sisters & Pre-Med StudentsMalibu, CAStory & Photos by Lauri Levenfeld

When we received the submission of Jovina David for TPFG Super Girl Contest last December, we were astounded. Not only were her academic achievements unheard of (attending university at 13), but it was her big-picture concepts, her desire to change the world, and her empathy and compassion for others. And then her sister came along, Joys Annika G. David, who just like her big sis was enrolled in college (at 11 years old) and who looked at the world as her ever-evolving canvas, one which she could shape her passions and ambitions into goals not many would dream of. What we find striking about the two is their ability to dream big, try new things and go outside of their comfort zone. To choose to live life differently than what is paved before them…and to choose to do this side by side together as sisters and best friends.

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April 5, 2017

Grace Wethor

ActressBeverly Hills, CaliforniaStory & Photos by Lauri LevenfeldStyling by Katja O’Brien
Makeup & Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler

As one of our Super Girl nominees, Grace Wethor’s story about surviving a brain tumor hit us hard at The Project for Girls. At 15, no kid should go through the worry, stress and pain that Grace has. But Grace truly is a supergirl in every way and while the diagnosis hasn’t been pretty (the tumor is inoperable),  she has overcome with bravery, joy, love, and compassion. Wethor and her mom have not lost hope in any way, they live life presently and look  to find alternative, natural treatments. This is truly Grace’s greatest gift, her ability to channel courage and fight this disease while upholding a positive message and course of action… staying true to herself and leading life daily by the things she loves to do. We can all learn a lot from this young lady. Right now, we all have the chance to live our most authentic lives.

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March 29, 2017

Delaney Ruston

Filmmaker & PhysicianStony Brook, NYStory & Photos by Lauri Levenfeld

Thinking about our teens- their cell phones and the time they spend on their screens makes most parents crazy, sick with worry, and most definitely, unsure about how to navigate it all. While technology is a beautiful tool to give our children access and means to learning, it is also the culprit of time spent away from real social interaction, family-time and school work. When physician Delaney Ruston found her two teenage children growing more committed and preoccupied by their screens, Ruston’s anxiety grew. And her questions as to how to rectify the situation gave her cause to turn a film camera on her own family to document their struggles, while researching to find answers in other people’s experiences. Her anxiety turned to hope as her discussions with adults and children signified that we all are new to this and scrambling to find the right answers and path, but through dialog and community we will pave a way. With this Screenagers was born, another documentary where Ruston puts her personal life in the camera’s eye to explore a larger societal issue. This is a story about a woman, a mom, and a caretaker working her best to shed light and change circumstances for those individuals and issues under addressed by society.

 

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February 15, 2017

Rachel Clyde & Sage Mace

Activists & BestiesMarin, CAPhotos by Lauri LevenfeldStory by Lauri Levenfeld

Having a best friend to lift you up when you need lifting and to help you soar when you are dreaming is truly one of our most precious gifts as we grow up. For Rachel Clyde & Sage Mace, a friendship bloomed from a very early age centered around how to serve the world, lots of giggles, and the act of giving back. Both were horrified when they learned of the 32 million modern-day slaves still existing in the world.

 

 

They used their determination, persistence, and drive to help formulate ways to strike back on this issue and channel fundraising efforts to stop slavery via their organization Free-Beauty.org. There is a reason people call them Rage (Rachel & Sage)- alone each is special, together they are magnificent. Their story shows how with drive and focus, anyone can see their efforts affect change and impact a problem you care about.

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February 1, 2017

Belinda Gosbee

ActressLos Angeles, CAStory and Photos by Lauri LevenfeldStyling by Katja O’Brien

Gotta love those Aussies! Always up for a good time. And Belinda Gosbee, gives her Aussie mates a great name. I was lucky to have an up for anything partner-in-crime for our dramatic blizzard-blowing Sundance Film Festival fashion shoot. This year marked a very important year for the independents, as the festival not only combined the artistry and great minds of the industry, but took on a more universal platform and presence with a weekend share of the Presidential Inauguration and the Women’s March on Main Street for opening weekend. While heads swam in combination of the two, people like Gosbee will permanently be etched in mind as they are the storytellers, the people who put us in touch with places we’ve never been and people we do not know-giving us the opportunity to learn, to understand, and be more compassionate towards others. And it is this opportunity that Gosbee believes awakens people to a new sense of discovery and the ability to connect to a larger universal picture. A picture we all need to keep close to our hearts these days. 

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November 23, 2016

Ariana Greenblatt

ActressLos Angeles, CAStory and Photos by Lauri LevenfeldMakeup & Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler

They could not have found a more perfect person to embody the character of Daphne Diaz on Disney’s hottest sitcom SITM. A tomboy who loves a good tutu, Ariana Greenblatt is a nine-year old ready to take on the world. But what is special and unique about Ariana, is how she has not only taken..
 .. on this part with the zest and confidence of someone twice her age, but has also taken her role and made it an opportunity to give back and be charitable, and to say loudly and proudly to all her fans that us girls need to stick together, love ourselves, love one another, and be kind. Our sentiments exactly.

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