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3rd Annual Fashion Show Brunch Fundraiser

Proceeds from our 3rd Annual Fashion Show Brunch help local students turn their business ideas into reality through mentorship, education, and startup funding.

Logo for The Dirchner H Foundation featuring a stylized bridge integrated into the text with a pink gradient color.

How it began…

Two women standing on a stage, one holding a microphone. The woman on the left is wearing a bright pink dress and a light blue denim jacket. The woman on the right is wearing a green dress with gold high heels. They are standing in front of a decoration made of pink, green, and gold balloons.

It all began with a vision sparked by watching a determined 10th-grade student. Through many conversations and seeing her juggle academics with her "side hustle," I realized I could offer guidance to help her on her journey. This led me to revisit my high school senior memory book, where I wrote that becoming an entrepreneur was my ultimate goal. I couldn’t help but think if I had held onto that dream, I might be further along. But then it hit me: I could still make a difference by helping others achieve their dreams. That’s when the vision became clear. The name came from a simple Instagram poll, where a former client made it plain—the *Direct HEIRs* from *The DirectHer* was born.

Who We Are

  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length hair wearing a light pink blazer and blouse, sitting at a table with a plate and a napkin, with a washing machine in the background.

    Lorri Lewis

    FOUNDER

  • A smiling woman with short light brown hair, wearing a green dress with a pink embroidered top, jewelry including earrings, a necklace, and a ring, holding her chin with one hand

    Juanae Stephen

    PRESIDENT

  • Smiling African American woman with braided hair wearing a white blazer with black abstract patterns and a black top, standing against a plain background.

    Crystal Lucas

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Smiling woman with braided hair in a bun, wearing hoop earrings, a striped shirt, and a necklace.

    Erica Jordan

    TREASURER

  • Close-up of a woman smiling outdoors with short black hair and makeup

    Val McClellon

    ADM ASSISTANT

Support our Students

3% Cover the Fee

Contact us.

hello@thedirectheirfoundation.org
(734)770-5584

If you’d like more information, please fill out the form to the right, and a team member will contact you within 24-48 hours.