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Fashion, Fun, and this Summer’s Most Anticipated Fundraiser
Connor Totten, Tampa Bay's Fashion Prodigy will unveil a new line of clothing designs at a fashion event and fundraiser for Jump for Kids.
St. Petersburg, FL—Almost a decade ago, Jeff Pope, Founder and Executive Director of Jump For Kids spotted pure talent when he met Connor Totten, and now the two have shared a supportive and prosperous partnership. Conner was in elementary school when they first met. He was struggling with finding his voice as a budding creative. Jeff, in his quest to support youth in the Tampa Bay community with becoming the best versions of themselves, proposed to Connor’s parents an idea to provide Connor with a forum to showcase his fashion designs. Back then, Connor made dresses for his favorite teachers. Fast forward eight years later, Connor is set to attend the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. But first, on August 5th, at the Sundial Plaza, from 7 to 10PM, Connor will partner with Jump For Kids and raise funds once again while showcasing his latest designs.
Born in 2005 as one of three triplets, Connor began his exploration into the fashion arena at the young age of ten and was encouraged by Jump For Kid’s Founder and CEO, Jeff Pope to create enough designs to have a fashion show fundraiser. Connor kept designing, first for his favorite teachers, and now for his annual events.
To date, Totten’s shows have raised more over $80,000 for Jump For Kids. Jump For Kids provides Tampa Bay’s youth with the tools to establish healthy habits so they can enjoy a better quality of life. Using the funds raised from charitable donors, grants and fundraisers, they provide local students with fitness equipment and a personal trainer/mentor who will educate program participants in exercise, proper fitness training and nutritional tips to combat and prevent childhood obesity.
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This sixth annual event is in partnership with Jackie Z Style Co, a popular luxury fashion hotspot, additionally showcasing their latest high-fashion ensembles and accessories on the runway. Tickets just went on sale and are going fast! Click here to get yours as seating is limited: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connor-totten-jackie-z-fashion-show-benefiting-jump-for-kids-tickets-668399469807
