Save Maritza's House of Style

Maritza DeJesus is someone who can be defined in one word…altruistic. She is genuinely kind, compassionate and always willing to help people; she has a heart of pure gold. She does not hesitate to put the needs of others before herself, and many consider her a dear friend or beloved sister.

Maritza is a business owner and an active member of both communities where she lives and works. For the past 17 years, Maritza’s House of Style has been a staple in the Hummelstown community. However, in July 2020, the quaint corner shop was sold without Maritza’s knowledge. The new owner plans to demolish the building and put a parking lot in its place for the local bar.

Maritza has since taken this matter to court. The lease she signed over 17 years ago gave her “right of first refusal” to buy the property; however, the new owner has now taken her to court because she has failed to vacate the property after the lease was terminated.

The building sold for $140,000. The hard-earned money Maritza has saved over the years waiting for the opportunity to buy has now been used for legal fees as she fights two court cases to save her business. She could have easily purchased the property if she had been given the opportunity. Instead, massive real estate hikes don’t even lend her a chance to find another small shop in Hummelstown for her to continue her business. Facing the opportunity, she would have to close up shop…forever.

Over the decades, Maritza has built a solid business through hard work and perseverance. The money raised will go directly to Maritza to help with legal fees to continue fighting and purchase a property so she can continue running Maritza’s House of Style in the community where she belongs.

This business is her livelihood. If you can donate, please consider contributing to this campaign. Any amount helps and will be greatly appreciated, both by Maritza and her family and friends.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and allowing us to share her story.