Thanks to Mokena-area REALTOR®, Army veteran and change-maker Yvette Jones the “100 Pretty Purses” organization gave away 600 donated purses stuffed with necessities to female veterans in need.

Although “100 Pretty Purses” was officially launched six years ago, Jones has been gifting female veterans with stuffed purses for 15 years. On Dec. 5, the organization held the giveaway event, while observing social distancing and COVID-19 safety precautions. The event was an overwhelming success providing everyday necessities to female veterans and connecting them with critical resources to better their lives.

To learn more about Jones’ backstory, check out this Veterans Day blog post in which she was featured. She is a broker for Real People Realty, Inc., in Mokena.

Many of the veterans who have attended Jones’ events have moved from homeless to homeowner and the organization plans to continue its mission in 2021. To learn more about the organization or donate, please visit its Facebook page at 100 Pretty Purses for Female Veterans.