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“There is something very special about the dignity of a job; it has ripple effects in one’s life that are generational – we help make that happen.” – Justin Frame The Working Wardrobes Annual Gala is our most impactful fundraiser of the year, a tribute to our mission, and

Clothing is more than just what a person wears. The way one chooses to dress affects how one presents oneself to the world. The right outfit has the power to make a person stand a little taller, smile a little brighter, and exude unshakable confidence. At Working Wardrobes, finding

In 1990, Jerri Rosen hosted a Day of Self-Esteem for survivors of domestic violence. Thirty-two years later, over 120,000 jobseekers have received vital support on their career readiness journeys. For each jobseeker served, an immeasurable number of spouses, children, friends, and neighbors are affected. What started as one act

On July 5th, 2020, the Working Wardrobes team moved into our Career Success Center in Santa Ana. Five months after the devastating fire that destroyed Working Wardrobes' Kettering St. headquarters, the team was eager to settle in and have a new place to call "home." Over the past three

At Working Wardrobes, we treat each client with the utmost dignity, always considering their humanity before their circumstances. Everyone deserves to experience the mental, emotional, and financial rewards of gainful employment, regardless of the barriers they face. Often, it's the barriers we've faced – the

Helping jobseekers find and maintain gainful employment means more than offering them a new suit. Our Client Services team is constantly researching critical industries and assessing the landscape of the Southern California workforce, evaluating the best ways to help jobseekers overcome barriers to employment. Orange County’s

Everyone is unique. Everyone is important. Everyone has a story. According to Elsa O’Hare, Co-Founder & COO at United Workplace Equality & Inclusion Network, acknowledging these three truths is imperative for organizations seeking to employ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives. Elsa generously donated her

In the Orange County community, the Working Wardrobes name has long been synonymous with high-quality, professional clothing for those facing barriers to employment. One-on-one styling in preparation for job interviews, delivered with the utmost dignity and respect, has been one of the organization’s signature services