Hello! Today
I wanted to introduce you to Margie Bridegam and a wonderful organization called Working Wardrobes
based out of Southern California. I
discovered Working Wardrobes while I was volunteering at the “University of Southern
California Day of Scervice Alumni Event” a few months back and I instantly fell
in love with this organization! They do
so much good for the community, especially our heroes, our veterans!
Hi Margie! Thank you for sharing your time with us today.
What is Working Wardrobes and who do
they serve?
Working
Wardrobes is a non-profit life changing organization that has been around for
28 years and assists numerous veterans, abused women who are transitioning out
of homeless shelters, and women moving out of the jail system in Southern
California.
Working
Wardrobes also assists many individuals who need to jump back into the work
force due to a spouse suddenly losing employment (In this case, those
individuals would need a referral to use these services).
What does Working Wardrobes do?
This
organization assists with resume preparation, interview coaching, and customer
service training, and by providing professional clothing for their new careers. Volunteers help clients with creating
professionally written resumes and usually have a professional background in
human resources. Working Wardrobes also
provides a special customer service training certificate program where they
learn how to work with the public in a professional capacity. They even have a graduation after this
training is completed. If clients don’t
have professional work attire or professional suits for an interview, Working
Wardrobes also provides donated clothing from members of the community. Clients can then personally shop in a store
like environment from everything from ties and jewelry, to shoes and personal hygiene
items.
The thinking behind these
career services is
“A Hand Up, Not A Hand
Out”
and experiencing
“The Power of A Paycheck”
What documents do veterans need to
bring in receive services?
Veterans
will need to show their ID card and discharge papers.
What is a “Success Event”?
“Success
Events” are events where a boutique is set up with men’s and women’s clothing,
career workshops are provided, career panels are arranged, professional
photography for Linked In photos are available, and employers are ready on-site
to meet clients face to face. Breakfast
and lunch is also served and at the end of the day there is a fashion show! There
are 150 volunteers and 125 clients that we serve. A lot of preparation and coordination goes
into these events, and the end result is always such a positive experience!
·
Be a Success Driver: Donate $25/
month
·
Be a Success Builder: Donate $100/
month
·
Be a Success Captain: Donate $250/
month
·
Monetary Donations for Vet Net Critical Needs Fund-For veterans and their families who are in critical need
while transitioning to a civilian workforce:
·
Invest In Our Work: Sponsor a client event, provide
scholarships to take courses, or underwriting a fundraiser.
·
Build a Team/ Volunteer: Contact Margie Bridegam at: MargieB@workingwardrobes.org
·
Donation of Goods: Clothing/ personal
hygiene items
What items are needed the most?
We take all
types of clothing, not just work wear.
You can donate casual clothing as well as professional work attire. Personal
Hygiene items are needed the most!!!
What Types of Fundraising Events Can
I attend through Working Wardrobes?
- · Walk In Their Shoes- 5K Walk and FunRun
- · Our Curves Work Fashion Show
- · Star Spangled Banner Night
Lastly, did someone say let’s go shop?
You can shop Working Wardrobe Resale
Shops to show your support!
The Hangar Boutiques-Consignment
Resale
· Tustin
· Laguna Niguel
Working Wardrobes Resale Boutiques:
· Anaheim
· Garden Grove
· Costa Mesa
· Huntington Beach
Visit: Working Wardrobes
for promotions and new store openings!
For More Information on Working
Wardrobes:
Visit Their Website: Working Wardrobes
Call To Get Involved: (714) 210-2460
Info@workingwardrobes.org
Thank you for sharing your time with us Margie! You are a gem! I had a fabulous time speaking with you about this wonderful organization and plan to be participating in more events in the future.
Please make your donation today!
