Philanthropy

Compassion, empowerment, praise, and blessing are the foundations of the Purple Jars Blessing. Julizza’s own photographic ministry, Purple Jars was created in 2013 to empower families who have gone through difficult trials. It is a way for them to memorialize the faithfulness of God with portraits. Many times, families that have lost family members, dealt with medical conditions, or gone through changes in their family dynamic are unable to invest in family portraits. The Purple Jars Blessing is dedicated to helping families by empowering and celebrating the strengthening of their bonds through these times by providing a complimentary portrait service and a print package to the family. These sessions tell stories of beauty rising from the ashes through portraiture.

Interested families can submit inquiries to the studio or can be nominated by a friend. In the past, Julizza helped families heal from the loss of a young child and many other tragedies. She also helped other families celebrate triumphs such as a new adoption, the surviving of cancer, the arrival of a rainbow baby, and the survival of a premature baby with health complications.

To nominate a family or inquire about a Purple Jars Blessing for yourself, please send your name and contact information to community@gomezportraits.com, and reference Purple Jars.