Newsletter

  Keynote Announced: Jill Schulman to Address Veterans in November We’re excited to share some big news: Jill Schulman—acclaimed keynote speaker, author, and expert on the science of bravery—will headline our Fall 2025 Power Up for Success (PUFS) event on Friday, November 14th, at the Orange County Administration Offices in Santa Ana for a transformative day of connection, inspiration, and opportunity. Read more From Client to Colleague: Richard’s Full-Circle Journey  Richard’s journey with Working Wardrobes began when he was living in a sober living facility. After attending a presentation we gave at the home, he took a bold step forward—reaching out

Empowering Future Leaders Through Community Collaboration This July, Simon Scholars and Sharefest Inc. teamed up with Working Wardrobes to provide 223 young adults with a transformative professional development experience. From personalized “Success Suits” to career branding workshops, students walked away with confidence, purpose, and a powerful sense of readiness for the future. Read more Introducing 2 More of Our Inaugural Suit Society Honorees: A Celebration of Impact and Generosity At this year’s 35th Anniversary Gala, The Power of One, we are proud to recognize six remarkable 2024 Suit Society Honorees who exemplify leadership,

Power Up a Future This Fall  On Friday, November 14th, lives will be transformed in a single day of purpose, connection, and opportunity at the County of Orange's Administration Buildings in Santa Ana. Veterans, military spouses, and working-age youth will come together for a day of connection, confidence-building, and career empowerment.  Read more A Celebration of Jerri Rosen’s Life and Legacy  On June 26, 2025, the Working Wardrobes community came together in deep love and reflection to honor the extraordinary life of our founder, Jerri Rosen. Held at the Career Success Center, the Celebration

Community in Action: Restoring Confidence, One Donation at a Time  Recently, Working Wardrobes experienced an unfortunate break-in. Handbags, jewelry, shoes, and accessories were stolen from the Wardrobe Center at our headquarters, the Career Success Center. While the loss of property is disappointing, what truly stings is knowing these items were donated to ultimately empower people on their journey to thriving and sharing their unique talents through employment.  Read more CommerceWest Bank – Investing in Purpose and Possibility At Working Wardrobes, we believe that purpose-driven partnerships are the foundation of meaningful impact—and CommerceWest Bank

Introducing the Inaugural Suit Society 2025 Honorees  We are proud to announce the launch of the Working Wardrobes Suit Society—a new recognition program honoring individuals whose extraordinary generosity, leadership, and service have transformed the lives of our clients and empowered our mission.   Read more One Outfit at a Time: How You Can Empower Young Futures  At Working Wardrobes, we believe in more than just clothing people for interviews—we believe in restoring dignity, building confidence, and opening doors to life-changing opportunities. One of the most meaningful ways to be part of this mission is through

Power Up for Success: 45 Military Spouses Land Job Offers! This impactful Power Up For Success day aboard Camp Pendleton was made possible thanks to our generous sponsors and the incredible dedication of more than 40 volunteers and staff. We're thrilled to report that 45 of the 103 participants received conditional job offers as a result of the event — a powerful testament to the importance of empowerment, preparation, and community support. Read more What's Your "Why Working Wardrobes" story? Celebrate 35 Years of Impact by Sharing It As we celebrate 35 years of empowering

Final Call: Nominate a Suit Society Ambassador Before May 30 Do you know someone who embodies the spirit of leadership, service, and resilience? Nominations are closing soon for the Suit Society, Working Wardrobes’ newest initiative honoring changemakers who help champion our mission to empower individuals on their journey to employment. Read more Nominate Legacy with Purpose: Working Wardrobes Hosts Charitable Giving Panel to Inspire Long-Term Impact Working Wardrobes welcomed community members, financial professionals, and philanthropists to its Career Success Center for a powerful afternoon of conversation, education, and inspiration at the “Build Your

Bonni Pomush Named Woman of the Year by OC Women2Women  In a room full of bold, brilliant women—and more than a few wearing waterproof mascara—OC Women2Women honored Bonni Pomush, CEO of Working Wardrobes, as Woman of the Year, recognizing her transformational leadership and the extraordinary impact she has made across Orange County.  Read More Working Wardrobes Hires Mission Advancement Officer  We are thrilled to welcome Jessica Deller-Hubbard to the Working Wardrobes team as our new Mission Advancement Officer. Jessica brings a dynamic blend of nonprofit leadership, fundraising expertise, and a deep commitment to