Friends of China Beauty Charity Fund

Need a direct way to help micro-businesses in Chinatown — not just drop spare change? Friends of China Beauty Charity Fund isn’t another vague fundraiser; it pushes grants straight to immigrant-owned salons and boutiques trying to stay open. Volunteers and small donors decide every dollar; overhead stays thin. You’ll see the difference in the health of storefronts on Mott and Canal.

The shopfront isn’t always flashy — that’s the point. At 6 Sutton Square, you’ll find a modest two-door walk-up beside a bubble-tea kiosk. Inside mailboxes are lettered with business names waiting for checks; outside, the sidewalk is narrow, but the sidewalk itself tells the story. Get off the 6 train at Spring and walk two blocks west — you’ll be there before the light changes.

Call (212) 587-8439 — they’ll answer and tell you exactly which entrepreneur’s rent or utilities they’re covering this month. A quick map keeps you from circling the block: hit directions here.