Shirley Raines, Founder of Beauty 2 The Streetz, Dies at 58, Leaving a Legacy of Care on Skid Row⁠ ⁠ Blogged by: thinktank⁠ ⁠ #ShirleyRaines, the heart and hands behind the nonprofit Beauty 2 The Streetz, has died at age 58. Raines passed away on January 28, after being found unresponsive at her home in Henderson, Nevada. Her death was confirmed by her organization. No foul play is suspected, and an autopsy is pending.⁠ ⁠ Known to thousands as Ms. Shirley, Raines built a movement rooted in dignity, presence, and care. Through Beauty 2 The Streetz, she provided food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and personal care services to people experiencing homelessness, most visibly on Los Angeles’ Skid Row. Haircuts, makeup, and grooming were not extras in her work. They were central. Raines believed looking in the mirror and seeing yourself cared for could be life-changing.⁠ ⁠ Her outreach gained national attention through social media, where videos of her work reached millions. In those moments, ...