The History of Dresses 4 Missions

Ms. Roselyn’s Story

What began as a simple idea in one woman’s heart—to help children in need around the world—quickly turned into a global ministry. After serving with her husband as missionaries in Australia and Kenya, she longed to continue making a difference back home. A small dress pattern brought home by her daughter sparked a vision, and soon, dresses were being made and sent with missionaries to places like Sudan, the Dominican Republic, and beyond.

Since the first workshop in 2013, over 5,000 dresses and shorts have been handmade and delivered to children in 14 countries.

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Ms. Susan’s Story

Susan’s heart for sewing and missions began early, but in 2012, God used a workshop in upstate New York to ignite a new passion: making dresses for girls in need around the world. Over the years, Susan sewed hundreds of dresses and helped lead workshops—even as God repeatedly closed doors, saying, “Not now.”

Through personal trials, physical challenges, and seasons of waiting, Susan remained faithful. Then in 2023, a seemingly ordinary Diamond Art class turned into a divine appointment. With one conversation and the words, “I know people!” God made it clear: “YES, NOW IS THE TIME!”

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Ms. Beverly Coming Soon…

God’s Work Through D4M

North Africa

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Cambodia

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Eastern Shore

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Dominican Republic

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Thailand

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East Central Africa

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Panama

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West Africa

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Romania

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North Africa 〰️ Cambodia 〰️ Eastern Shore 〰️ Dominican Republic 〰️ Thailand 〰️ East Central Africa 〰️ Panama 〰️ West Africa 〰️ Romania 〰️

Since starting our ministry, we have made and delivered over 1,200 handmade dresses and 150+ pairs of handmade shorts to girls and boys globally.

  • Over 300 dresses and nearly 60 pairs of shorts were delivered to children across multiple trips to North Africa, helping meet both physical and spiritual needs.

  • A group of 20 handmade dresses made their way to overseas, bringing joy and color to girls in West Africa.

  • 80 beautiful dresses were sent to children in Cambodia, providing practical help and showing Christ’s love in action.

  • Local outreach efforts brought 57 dresses to families in need on the Eastern Shore, serving both Hispanic and Haitian communities.

  • Panama received 24 handmade dresses, sewn with care and sent with prayers for the children who receieved them.

  • 50 dresses traveled to East Central Africa, where they were distributed to young girls across multiple communities.

  • With 89 dresses and 30 pairs of shorts, our team was able to bless children in the Dominican Republic, spreading warmth and giving them dignity.

  • From two separate trips, a total of 124 dresses were delivered to children in Thailand, offering comfort and smiles.

  • 74 dresses were donated during the Liberty Live Toy Drive, extending our ministry to local children during the holiday season.

  • In Romania, 36 dresses found their way into the hands of children, offering warmth and encouragement.Item description