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  Nominations Open for Orange County’s Inaugural Valor & Vision Awards Working Wardrobes is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new signature event dedicated to celebrating Orange County’s veteran community and the employers, organizations, and leaders who champion their success. Read more From Incarceration to Inspiration: How Diego found His Purpose After returning home from 13 years of incarceration, Diego Martinez quickly realized that rebuilding his life would come with challenges. “I thought society would welcome me back the same way,” Diego shared. “I quickly learned reentry comes with real barriers.” Read more Pathways

  Suit Up for Success: Help Young Adults Take Their First Step Into the Workforce More than 60% of the people we serve are young adults—individuals ready to work, grow, and build their future. But starting a career isn’t always easy. Without the right support, it can be difficult to know where to begin or how to move forward. Alberto's Journey Alberto came to Working Wardrobes determined to build a better future. But after a serious fall while working as a tree trimmer left him with a fractured tibia, his path forward changed—requiring surgery and

   Step Into The Great Opportunity: A Night of Glamour, Purpose, and Possibility Working Wardrobes invites you to an unforgettable evening where timeless elegance meets transformative impact. On Saturday, October 24, 2026, we will gather at the Hilton Irvine for The Great Opportunity Gala—a Roaring 20’s-inspired celebration where vintage glamour sets the stage for powerful stories, meaningful connections, and life-transforming support for those on the path to gainful employment. Read more Meet Erika and Emiliano After leaving everything behind to protect her family, Erika rebuilt her life with courage and determination—securing safe housing, a new

   The Power Within Debuts with Purpose and Impact There are some events that stay with you long after they end. Last Friday, The Power Within Luncheon was one of them. What unfolded was more than a beautifully curated afternoon at Balboa Bay Resort. It was a celebration of courage, community, and the extraordinary power of women coming together in service of something greater. Read more 2026 Women of Distinction Working Wardrobes is proud to share that our CEO, Bonni Pomush, was recognized as a 2026 Women of Distinction Honoree at this year’s Women of

  Help the Next Generation Suit Up for Success This graduation season, Working Wardrobes is calling on the community to help young adults step into their future with confidence. Our Suit Up for Success campaign is more than a clothing drive. It is a chance to empower the next generation with the professional clothing, confidence, and support they need to take their next step toward employment. Read more TsunYa Mountford Working Wardrobes Volunteer TsunYa Mountford began volunteering with Working Wardrobes in August 2025 and since then she has shared her time, care, and creativity with

  Proven Results, Renewed Impact: Power Up For Success Returns to Support Military Spouses Working Wardrobes is proud to announce the return of its signature Power Up For Success MilSpouse Career & Hiring Symposium, taking place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Pacific Views Event Center aboard Camp Pendleton. Read more Working Wardrobes Awarded Grant from the Mazda Foundation to Expand Workforce Development Working Wardrobes is honored to be among the 2026 nonprofit partners selected to receive grant funding from the Mazda Foundation (USA), Inc., a pillar of community philanthropy and long-term support across

  Meet Chef Jamie Gwen — your Power Within Giving Moment Chair We’re thrilled to share an exciting announcement — Celebrity Chef, author, and media personality Chef Jamie Gwen will serve as the Giving Moment Chair for Working Wardrobes’ inaugural Power Within Luncheon. Read more Richard Ward’s Legacy Story For those of us who feel a sense of purpose—a mission in life—legacy is often top of mind. How will we be remembered? What impact will we have made on our community and the world? How have our efforts truly made a difference? These questions are central to how

  Jerri Rosen’s Final Gift: The Story Behind Her Book Skirts & Pants on Fire In this heartfelt episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with author, speaker, facilitator of Sam’s Salons, founding member of Impact Giving, and one of Jerri’s dearest friends, Sam Dawson, to honor the life and legacy of Jerri Rosen, founder of Working Wardrobes. Together, they reflect on Jerri’s resilience, leadership, and unwavering belief in possibility—and the journey of completing her memoir, Skirts & Pants on Fire. Watch episode Buy the book Book + The Power Within