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Gary’s road to Working Wardrobes was long and filled with seemingly insurmountable twists and turns: a premature high school exit, scraping by with odd jobs, homelessness, and drug addiction that led to incarceration. When September 11th, 2001 devastated our nation, it evoked something within Gary. As he sat with

As a supporter of Working Wardrobes, Laguna Niguel’s Mayor Pro Tem, Stephanie Oddo, recently took time out of her busy schedule to visit The Hanger. It had been a minute since she’d been at The Hanger Boutique Laguna Niguel. Pleased with her few past purchases, it was only recently

Derek’s brother was severely and permanently injured in Afghanistan when a 500-pound IED hit his convoy. Though he’d planned on 8 years in the Marine Corps, Derek selflessly cut his own service career short to be a full-time caregiver. With absolutely no income or benefits, he depleted his savings,

The clock was ticking. Marine Corps Veteran, Amanda, had three days to secure a job as well as housing for herself and her 14 year-old daughter. 2023 dealt her some serious blows and early 2024 wasn’t much kinder. The former Military Policewoman had always been the poster child for

Catherine, a Veteran, and her teenage daughter faced dire circumstances, finding refuge in their car. Through the aid of Working Wardrobes’ Peer Navigator, Cris, they were provided with temporary housing and connected to vital resources. With Cris's support, Catherine secured permanent housing, empowering her to rebuild their lives.

Together, we equipped nearly 100 Marines and Sailors with the tools and confidence to transition into the civilian workforce. From resume-building to styling the perfect executive look, we're here to support every step of their journey.

Recap of our Spring Festival: A day filled with sunshine, community, and simple joys. From furry friends to thrifted finds, we celebrated together. Gratitude to all donors, volunteers, and partners for helping us create fresh starts.

As the vibrant hues of spring start to paint the landscape, we eagerly anticipate the arrival of warmer weather, blooming flowers, and a renewed sense of community spirit. In the heart of Southern California lies an event that promises to bring joy, fun, and meaningful impact to our community—the