Give The Power of a Paycheck™,
Join the Rebuilding Careers Coalition
Since our inception in 1990, Working Wardrobes has helped over 119,000 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 Program and How Does Your Membership Help Our Mission?
The Rebuilding Careers Program 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 $250,000 to support 100 clients through the
Rebuilding Careers Coalition in 2023.
WHY JOIN?
It’s Impactful
Your funds provide Working Wardrobes clients with a comprehensive and effective range of workforce development services targeted towards low-income, unemployed, and underemployed individuals. Your contributions empower clients 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 all who walk through our doors.
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 an alliance of supporters who make a profound investment in the vitality of our community every month.
It’s Affordable
Your contribution is determined by you! Any monthly gift amount makes a great impact on the lives of our clients.
Rebuilding Career Coalition Membership Levels, Impact & Benefits
Champion: $10,000 annually:
- Sponsor 5 clients with career navigation, from job search to job placement
- Private Hanger shopping experience with coupons
- One Champion to be honored at annual gala as an RCC Honoree
- Corporate Social Responsibility Day for twenty people
- Invitation to donor appreciation events
- Designation as a Champion Member on digital platforms
- Invitation to exclusive quarterly impact reports and webinars
- Invitations to exclusive networking and featured speaker events
Ambassador: $5,000 annually:
- Sponsor 3 clients with an industry-specific job training
- Private Hanger shopping experience with coupons
- Corporate Social Responsibility day for 20 people
- Invitation to donor appreciation events
- Designation as Ambassador Member on digital platforms
- Invitation to exclusive networking and featured speaker events
Advocate: $2,500 annually:
- Transform the life of 1 client
- Designation as Advocate Member on digital platforms
- Invitation to exclusive networking and featured speaker events
- Invitation to recognition event
Supporter: $1,200 annually:
- Provide critical needs for 6 families including basic needs (gas card or bus pass) and groceries for a week.
- Designation as Supporter Member on digital platforms
- Invitations to exclusive networking and featured speaker events
Contributor: less than $1,200 annually:
- Sponsor a success suit for one client
- Invitation to donor appreciation events
- Listing as a Contributor Member on website and other digital marketing materials
- Invitation to exclusive quarterly impact reports and webinars
- Digital coupon to be used throughout the year at any Hanger Boutique location
Founding Members
Champion Members
- Donna & Chris Matthews
- H & H Lee Charitable Foundation
- Toni & Terry McDonald
- Pacific Premier Bank
- AAA – RUWA
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 Sanders
- Laura Cadarette
- Liz Davila
- Interior Office Solutions
- Camille Lago
- Reina Mestaz
- Robert Half International
- Natalie & Scott Summerfield
- Michelle Thompson
- Howard Building Corporation
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
Past Events
Related Blogs
How the Rebuilding Careers Coalition Supports the Mission of Working Wardrobes
In Southern California, many are unemployed or have struggled to make a career change in the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, a changing workforce and wavering economy make “keeping up” a challenge for the most vulnerable among us.
Success Story: How Your Donations Are Put to Use
Since our inception in 1990, the goal of Working Wardrobes has been to leave an enduring change in the lives of our clients, their families, and in the community. In the decades that followed, our fearless founder, Jerri Rosen, made sure we did just that.