The Mahoning County-based non-profit is in midst of a campaign to upgrade celebrated marking her first six months in business with plenty of kittens.

While Ellie didn’t walk away Monday afternoon with a kitten, she and her mother Renee came to Angels’ headquarters with a $100 check, which will be matched as part of a current campaign, as well as a variety of supplies, ranging from paper towels and window cleaner as well as Temptations’ cat treats and peanut butter to be inserted in the dogs’ Kong toys.

While most kids that are Ellie’s age are playing video games and with fashion dolls, she started her business Ellie’s Glitter Lab in July and has spent  the last six months selling glitter hair and face gel through the area at cheerleading competitions and craft shows. 

With her mom acting as her business adviser, Ellie shared some of the things that she has used so far in 2025 about business, including selling its not as much about making money as it is making people happy. 

Clockwise from left, Ellie Kaley visits with kitties in the Cat Tree Room of Angels For Animals on Monday after making a donation on behalf of her business, Ellie’s Glitter Lab, as mom Renee Kaley and Sherry Bankey, Angels’ feline manager, accompany her. (Photo by Stephanie Ujhelyi)

Early on Ellie had struck a deal with her parents that after six months that she could spend some of her money on a cause that she was passionate about. 

Ellie explained that is where Angels For Animals had came into the picture. Years ago, the Kaley family had come to Canfield in search of a new furry friend after one of their dogs had passed. 

They pondered adopting a cat named Winston, who shared the same name as their dearly departed. However, they quickly discovered a cat allergy made that an impossibility.

In addition to her regular favorites in her product line, Ellie’s introduction of specially themed lines like for Halloween and Christmas have proved popular, resulting in a lot of return customers as well as copycats. 

She also does custom combinations based on school colors. 

In addition to her Angels’ donation, Ellie has been able to spend some money on herself. While kittens and puppies are some of her favorite things, her bedroom also got a facelift that would be Elle Woods approved. 

After her parents bought her a new loft bed and vanity, they upcycled it.

The decor, which is all pink and Ellie — not Elle — approved is all courtesy of her money. She even included a reading corner and makeup spot in her room. 

Her commitment to her business seems to holding strong, as mom says that Ellie’s Glitter Lab looks to reinvest in the company and possibly expand to include a new line of hair bows. 

For information on Ellie’s Glitter Lab, visit her Facebook page or call 330-550-4741.