Empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and development tools
In 2017, Dress for Success Pittsburgh served more than 2600 women in Allegheny, Butler, Fayette, Greene and Washington counties by providing the clothing, connections and confidence that they need to take the next step in their journey to financial independence.
The Fayette County branch received a grant from the Community Foundation of Fayette County in the spring of 2018.
“We wanted to provide alternative work attire to 50 women in Fayette County to give them the opportunity to start new jobs or training programs in the medical or hospitality field without having to stress about coming up with funds to purchase the needed items,” said Tanya Mallory, CEO, Dress for Success – Pittsburgh.
Women come to the Fayette branch of Dress for Success for all kinds of clothing for interviews, employment, and training programs. Women now work in many areas that do require all types of clothing, including medical scrubs, nonskid shoes, hospitality wear, hardhats, lab coats, and steel-toed boots. They can purchase items for women who are eligible and active TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) recipients using funds provided by the DHS PA Work Wear program. However, many women who do not qualify for TANF still need support in purchasing the items that they need for new jobs or training programs. Many times, women are forced to delay the start of a job because they don’t have the funds to purchase proper attire or safety shoes.
“It is important to provide every woman with what she needs to get back to work,” added Tracey Whitted, Branch Manager, Fayette County.
To learn more about Dress for Success, visit www.pittsburgh.dressforsuccess.org.
