St. Louis teen wins funding for business that helps underserved women
ST. LOUIS – A St. Louis teen recently won $5,000 to fund her business that provides opportunities for immigrant and underserved women.
Elise Zeigler, 17, was recognized out of 25 people in a national program for her business “Selah Textiles,” according to a press release.
“Prudential Emerging Visionaries recognizes young people ages 14-18 whose fresh perspectives and innovative solutions address the pressing financial and societal challenges in their communities.”
Zeigler’s textile business offers women immigrants, refugees, and underserved individuals opportunities to design and print towels, tote bags, and greeting cards with profits going to local organizations that serve immigrant populations.
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“Elise wants the project to be an introduction to business management for the participants. The organization currently…
