Celebrating 10 Years!

Teena's Legacy has seen continuous growth over the past 10 years. Our focus has been primarily on young and adult Black Women, who live in urban communities and are struggling with identity issues, trauma, homelessness, and or formally incarcerated. The age ranges from 21-45 who's seeking a better life for themselves and their families. But over the years Teena's Legacy has sub-contracted with several different organizations, institutions and businesses, opening up opportunities to work with and serve all ages, genders, race, and background.

 Jamika Smith, Founder and Executive Director discovered a way to use an old craft of re-upholstering furniture as a holistic approach to healing dynamics, inspiring and encouraging individuals, especially Black Women to explore their authentic selves to overcome their emotional and physical barriers to success. 

Over the past 10 years Teena's Legacy impacted the lives of over 1000 individuals, with its base being in Chicago, IL and a presence in Gary, IN, Cartersville, Ga, Atlanta, Ga, and Lagos, Nigeria.