Suits to Success: Dress for Success Helps Women Get Ahead

SEPTEMBER 1, 2009

Find out how you can bring confidence and clothing to those who need it and add to your professional networks while you're at it.

Pulling together an outfit for an interview or a new job may not be the most challenging career obstacle many of us face. But not everyone is blessed with a full closet. The mission of Dress for Success, founded in New York City in 1997, is to give disadvantaged women a hand by providing office-worthy attire, support networks and career assistance. After landing a job, a client can return for additional pieces to round out a work-worthy wardrobe. In addition, the Career Center and other support groups provide the guidance and confidence she needs to keep up the good work.

How can volunteers get involved? In addition to financial contributions, donating clothing is a great way to help. Your company or organization can hold a suit drive, or donate suits during the annual Send One Suit weekend. Personal Shoppers are needed to work one-on-one with clients and career specialists, mentors and Young Executives for Success (Y.E.S)–there are several branches in New York City—provides members with volunteer, fundraising and networking opportunities. The organization also holds local events—like the Women in Business: Making Change breakfast on October 22—to bring professional women together to help the Dress for Success mission.

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