Because of the nature of the beauty industry, it is a little known fact that health insurance is often unobtainable to Stylists. Whether it is too expensive for an individual on the Marketplace or too expensive for salons to offer to their Stylists, Behind The Scenes Benefits was created for those in the cosmetology industry in need of health insurance.
Any Montgomery County Stylist may apply to receive this fund. Our aim is to raise enough money to help at least 4 Stylists enroll in a full year's worth of benefits. We have partnered with an independent broker to supply a more affordable, customized policy to each of the beneficiaries where funds will be allocated directly. Stylists, apply below to be a fund recipient! Click the button below to donate now.
Apply to be a recipient for Hair N'Abstract's, "Behind The Scenes Benefits (for Stylists)" fund:
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Hi there!
We are a salon on West Main Street in Lansdale, PA advocating for fellow Stylists!
Outside of the Beauty Industry, it's not commonly known that Stylists do not have health benefits, be it that the Marketplace is unaffordable for individuals or smaller salons usually do not offer benefits for the same reason. We are normally compensated on a commissioned basis. Finding new clients, client retention and staying educated on methods/services is a large part of how Stylists stay in business which is another cost! (Don't forget to tip your Stylist!)
We, at the Hair N'Abstract by Christopher family have decided to start a fund for other local stylists who need assistance or need help getting medical, dental and vision insurance. We have partnered with an independent broker who will efficiently custom build plans for each individual in need. We would like to get a minimum of 4 individuals each health insurance for one year.
As of now, the plan is that this fund will be paid directly to the independent broker after allotments have been announced at the end of our BTSB Fundraiser tentatively July2024.
Please apply in the "Foundations We Support" section of our website to be considered for the first allottment: www.hairnabstract.com
We would be off to an amazing start if even every Stylist in the local area could donate even just $1. This would create the start of what we are hoping becomes a very large fund to help the local Stylist community. If you are so inspired and live outside of Montgomery County, PA, please start a local fund for your Stylists!
Thank you so much for any contributions you can make. If you are unable to make a contribution, please share this page to help get the word out. Every little bit helps!