We are a 501(c)(3) organization that donates makeup to women in need. We believe that outer beauty gives women the inner strength they need to succeed. The mission of Cosmetics for a Cause is to solicit and collect makeup from cosmetics companies and individuals and facilitate the distribution of the collected items to other non-profit organizations that exist for the purpose of helping women in need. We help women who are searching for employment, recovering from sexual assault, living in safe houses, and recovering from cancer. The purpose of Cosmetics for a Cause is to help women in distressed life situations improve their self-esteem and as a result, become empowered and successful. We believe that when a woman feels beautiful on the outside, she can begin to gain the inner strength she needs to succeed. Thus, our mission is “Outer Beauty Inner Strength.”