Tangerine Salon and Spa has been named for the second year in a row one of the top 200 salons in the nation. The coveted 2014 Salon Today Top 200 placement was awarded to Tangerine in the category of Philanthropy based largley on their commitment and creation of the United We Style fashion show which benefits the United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties.
Tangerine Salon and Spa owners Jim, Mark and Donna McCarrall have held philanthropy in high regard since they frst opened their doors in 2000. They consistently contribute services to various local charities
and organizations; volunteer hair, nail and massage services to the Domestic Violence Center and the Hospice Terminal Patient Program; sponsor Friends of the Greenway Arts Festival, Murfreesboro Studio Art Tour and various children’s sports teams. Their employees also take it upon themselves to participate
as teams in fundraisers such as the Special Kids 5K Run, Girls Scout Troops and the Wounded Warrior Project Golf Tournament.
There was a reoccurring request in 2011 among Tangerine employees to put on a fashion. This interest fueled with the exuberance of salon guest and United Way board member, Tracy Toy, led to the creation of United We Style. The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties is a non-proft organization whose mission is to improve lives by advancing opportunities for education, health and financial stability for all.
Funds raised for The United Way of RCC stay devoted to local causes ranging from disaster relief, women’s initiatives, housing, and educational programs. Jim McCarrall was motivated to partner with the United Way because “Tangerine has always realized it’s potential for being a positive impact leader in the
community, and a partnership with the United Way seemed a natural ft for this grand scale fundraising event.”
Kara Kemp, Salon Coordinator (creatively titled The Ringmaster), response to the award, “United We Style was a team-building opportunity which helped each team member gain a sharper perspective of the power
and potential they possess. The tender hearts of our staff shine brightly in this event as well as with each outreach program they participate in. It is humbling to witness their compassion and strength of character. I recognize it as a powerful tool for team growth that has originated from a simple need in our community. Each team member has answered the call in their own creative way and we have seen how it
changes the fabric of their lives forever. Tangerine would not possess the same zest and constitution were it not for our charitable activities, and we will continue to hold strong to that devotion and lift each other up along the way.”
Tangerine’s third annual United We Style is set for April 5, 2014 at 6:30 PM located at The Gateway Village 820 N Thompson Lane in Murfreesboro. United We Style is currently accepting submissions for the GRAND MAKEOVER WINNER, a chance for an outstanding
individual in our community to receive pampering and a total new look to be spotlighted at the fashion show in April! They are accepting application submissions for local designers and models who wish to participate in the event. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Any inquiries may be made to Kara Kemp at info@tangerinetn.com. Applications can be accessed via Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/UnitedWeStyle.
