The Full Story
Safe & Blessed was founded by the heads of the Holston Family, James and Lula Holston. In response to the challenges brought on by the Coronavirus Pandemic, WE, as a family, came together with a heartfelt mission: to protect and empower our children, ensuring they remain "Safe & Blessed."
We believe in the strength of community and the importance of education. Our goal was to raise awareness about social differences and injustices, working tirelessly to combat racism, discrimination, inequality, sexism, and ageism.
With the creation of a jewelry and merchandise line, we wanted to ensure this important message was expressed on your person, making you feel “Safe & Blessed.”
James “Jimmy James” Holston & Lula “Chuckie” Holston / Founders
James and Lula were both born in a small town in Georgia called Reynolds, Taylor County to be exact. James was born on January 24, 1948, to Joseph and Nettie L. Hicks Holston and Lula was born on August 18, 1949, to Anderson and Opal Miller. They were both one out of 11 children. James was the 10th child born out of his siblings (7 girls and 4 boys) while Lula was the 7th child born out of her siblings (9 girls and 2 boys).
James and Lula attended all of the same schools, Reynolds Elementary, R.L. McDougald High School, and Fort Valley State University formally known as Fort Valley State College when they were attending. From Fort Valley State, James received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Education and a master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling. He also received a certification to teach in the state of Georgia for grades 7-12. Not only was he successful in obtaining all of these things, but he was honorably discharged from the United States Army and was a Congressional intern in the 3rd District of Georgia. Lula, on the other hand obtained a BA Degree in Sociology and a Teaching Certification.
On August 18, 1968, James and Lula were married. From this union 3 children were born Kimbley, Darius, and Marcus. Together they now have 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
We invite you to join our movement!
