Joblessness in Orange County — The Barriers to Work are Not Always Obvious
Editorial from Working Wardrobes CEO, Bonni Pomush As the CEO of Working Wardrobes, I see first-hand how joblessness in Orange County affects individuals, families, and communities. Employment numbers in Orange County are rising, and yet the county still faces serious unemployment and underemployment in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Success Story: How Your Donations Are Put to Use
Since our inception in 1990, the goal of Working Wardrobes has been to leave an enduring change in the lives of our clients, their families, and in the community. In the decades that followed, our fearless founder, Jerri Rosen, made sure we did just that. 2020 was a year that
How the Rebuilding Careers Coalition Supports the Mission of Working Wardrobes
In Southern California, many are unemployed or have struggled to make a career change in the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, a changing workforce and wavering economy make “keeping up” a challenge for the most vulnerable among us. This includes young adults, Veterans, seniors, and those reentering society after
Give The Power of a Paycheck™; Join the Rebuilding Careers Coalition
Right now, despite improving numbers, Orange County still faces serious unemployment and underemployment in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Unemployment affects every area of life in a community. Housing, transportation, childcare, and food insecurity make finding and keeping a job more difficult, and as the job search continues, these
Q & A with Bonni Pomush on 2022 Initiatives
We asked Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush about her vision for Working Wardrobes. Together, we took an in-depth look at goals, sustainability, and the organization’s mission. What are your goals for the Working Wardrobes’ leadership and Board? Every voice matters. In the years ahead, we will continue our efforts to
Announcing Updates to Drives and Corporate Social Responsibility
We are excited to share that we are bringing Corporate Social Responsibility days BACK! You’re invited to participate, with some new procedures in place. Please contact us soon to book your date; hurry, dates are filling up fast! Here are a few things to know before booking. Corporate Social Responsibility
The Working Wardrobes Team Reflects on the 2020 Fire Two Years Later
It’s been two years since the four-alarm fire that destroyed the Working Wardrobes headquarters. Since then, Working Wardrobes has grown and experienced immense change, but has never wavered from the mission of serving clients and the community. In order to continue moving forward, several Working Wardrobes team members reflect on
The Impact a Donation Makes: Client Success Stories!
Nothing makes us happier than hearing clients say “I got the job!” We’re the first to celebrate when we hear a success story. We believe that success starts when our clients make a plan; we partner with them to give them the tools they need to build towards that goal.