Give The Power of a Paycheck

Join the Rebuilding Careers Coalition

Since our inception in 1990, Working Wardrobes has helped over 125,000 jobseekers overcome barriers on the road to employment. We envision a future for our community in which second chances are possible, and a person’s capacity for success is not determined by their “lot in life”, but by their desire to rise above their circumstances.

Join us in the charge to help thousands of people every year experience The Power of a Paycheck™.

What is the Rebuilding Careers Coalition and How Does Your Membership Help Our Mission?

The Rebuilding Careers Coalition offers a comprehensive and effective range of career development services. We assist low-income, unemployed and underemployed individuals find and maintain employment in high-demand, higher-wage occupations, avoid poverty and homelessness, afford the high cost of living in Orange County, California, and achieve self-sufficiency and success.

The program includes a range of  “wrap-around” services: 

Our Goal: Raise $75,000 in 2024 through Rebuilding Careers Coalition memberships.

WHY JOIN?

It’s Impactful
Your funds provide Working Wardrobes job seekers with a comprehensive and effective range of workforce development services targeted towards low-income, unemployed, and underemployed individuals. Your contributions empower job seekers to find and maintain employment in high-demand, higher-wage occupations, avoid housing and food insecurity, afford the high cost of living in Orange County, California, and achieve self-sufficiency.

It’s Sustainable

Monthly contributions enable Working Wardrobes to continually expand services to adapt to our clients’ ever-changing needs, and say “Yes” to empowering all who seek help.

It’s Rewarding

As a member, you’ll receive a first look at client success stories, quarterly updates on the impact of your donations, and access to exclusive events and opportunities.

It’s a Community

Join and network with an alliance of supporters who share the value of empowerment and invest in the vitality of our community.

It’s Affordable

Your monthly or annual contribution is determined by you! At every level of support, you are positively transforming lives.

Rebuilding Careers Coalition Membership Levels, Impact & Benefits

Rebuilding Careers with Workforce Development in 2023 and Beyond

Champion: $10,000 annually:

  • Sponsor 5 clients’ career navigation, from job search to job placement
  • Designation as a Champion Member on digital platforms
  • One Champion to be honored at the annual gala as an RCC Honoree
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Day for 20 people
  • Private shopping event at The Hanger
  • Digital coupon at The Hanger (use all year!)
  • Invitation to donor appreciation, exclusive networking, and featured speaker events
  • Invitation to exclusive quarterly impact reports and webinars

Ambassador: $5,000 annually:

  • Sponsor 3 clients with an industry-specific job training
  • Designation as an Ambassador Member on digital platforms
  • Complimentary Clothing Drive (value $500)
  • Private shopping event at The Hanger
  • Digital coupon at The Hanger (use all year!)
  • Invitation to donor appreciation, exclusive networking, and featured speaker events
  • Invitation to exclusive quarterly impact reports and webinars

Advocate: $2,500 annually:

  • Sponsor 1 client’s career navigation, from job search to job placement
  • Designation as an Advocate Member on digital platforms
  • Digital coupon at The Hanger (use all year!)
  • Invitation to donor appreciation, exclusive networking, and featured speaker events
  • Invitation to exclusive quarterly impact reports and webinars

Supporter: $1,200 annually:

  • Provide critical needs support for 6 families including a gas card or bus pass and groceries for a week.
  • Designation as a Supporter Member on digital platforms
  • Digital coupon at The Hanger (use all year!)
  • Invitation to donor appreciation, exclusive networking, and featured speaker events
  • Invitation to exclusive quarterly impact reports and webinars
Contributor: less than $1,200 annually:
  • Impact varies! Sponsor career coaching, workshops, or a success suit for 1 client.
  • Digital coupon at The Hanger (use all year!)
  • Invitation to donor appreciation, exclusive networking, and featured speaker events
  • Invitation to exclusive quarterly impact reports and webinars

Founding Members

Champion Members

  • Donna & Chris Matthews
  • H & H Lee Charitable Foundation
  • Pacific Premier Bank
  • AAA – RUWA
  • OptumCare Holdings

 

Ambassador Members

  • Clearinghouse CDFI
  • Erik Hiller
  • Pamela Moellenhoff
  • Chris Sumpter
  • Apriem Advisors
  • Jane Clark
  • Christopher Collie
  • The Boeing Company
  • Carole King

Advocate Members

  • Union Bank MUFG
  • Carolyn & William Beaver
  • Michelle Sullivan
  • Laurie Dubchansky
  • Roland DGA Corporation
  • Elaine & Dale Goodman
  • Laura Cadarette
  • Liz Davila
  • Interior Office Solutions
  • Camille Lago
  • Reina Mestaz
  • Robert Half International
  • Natalie & Scott Summerfield
  • Michelle Thompson
  • Howard Building Corporation
  • Returning Home Foundation
  • Rexford Industries
  • Enterprise Holdings Foundation
  • RETS Associates

Supporter Members

  • Elizabeth & Bart Asner
  • Claudia Keller
  • Lisa & James Keston
  • Xandra Laskowski
  • Fabienne Lopez-Smolinski
  • Jen Lunde
  • Sylvia Michler
  • Christine Ragos
  • Kristi Ritoch
  • Virginia Snow
  • Jean & Howard Somers
  • PJ Rosch
  • Janice Carsten
  • Joan Koransky
  • Michelle and Steven Madick and Schooley Mitchell
  • National Charity League – Orange Villa Park Chapter
  • Ricoh USA
  • Bonnie Toth
  • Judy & Dan Gresham
  • Maureen Flanagan
  • OSEA Angel Investors LLC
  • Rebecca Gonzalez
  • Sonja Tamblin
  • Julissa Quirk
  • Gregory Little

Past Events

Working Wardrobes Heidi Zuckerman with Bonni Pomush

Inaugural Rebuilding Careers Coalition Event Inspired

On March 31, we hosted our Rebuilding Careers kick-off event with and intimate chat between Heidi Zuckerman, CEO and Director of The Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) and Bonni Pomush, CEO of Working Wardrobes.

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