simple yet transformative mission<\/a>: strive for a world where all women are financially independent, are treated with dignity and respect and are directly impacting their lives and those of their families.<\/p>\n\u201cWe aspire to a world that fully harnesses the power of women and recognizes their role in economic sustainability,\u201d quotes Todd. \u201cThe mission is so easy to relate to, ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.yardi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2021\/03\/CSR-Dress-for-Succes-Boston-RH12242.jpeg?w=300\")
and although it seems to be a simple idea, the results of this work are life-changing. I feel very strongly that women should support each other.\u00a0Everyone needs help at some time in their lives.\u201d<\/p>\n
She continues, \u201cWe are there\u00a0for\u00a0women at a time when they need support to take that next step. It breaks my heart that many women do not have any support system, and they are navigating tremendously difficult situations alone.\u00a0 No woman should be alone, especially if she is struggling to make ends meet to support her family.\u00a0Dress\u00a0for\u00a0Success\u00a0Boston provides a network of support for women so that they are not alone.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fashion can help break the poverty cycle?<\/strong><\/p>\nTodd believes that fashion, employment and self-sufficiency\u00a0have a snowball effect in a woman\u2019s life:<\/p>\n
First, women come to Dress for Success because they are ready to interview\u00a0for\u00a0a job or internship, but they have nothing to wear. They enter the Dress for Success shop that is arranged like a high-end boutique.<\/p>\n
Personal shoppers\u00a0offer one-on-one attention. Together, they find the perfect, professional outfit including everything that a woman needs from head to toe. The outfit promotes confidence, which helps women put their best foot\u00a0forward.<\/p>\n
\u201cDuring their time with us, women are supported without judgement and treated with the utmost respect. It is our goal to help women realize that they are not alone. We are here to support them!\u201d<\/p>\n
Once women\u00a0successfully gain employment, they are welcomed back to Dress for Success to receive a week\u2019s worth of clothing. The wardrobe assists the transition to their new workplace.\u00a0Women also become a member of the Professional Women\u2019s Group, which hosts free monthly workshops geared toward job retention.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo, it begins with the clothing, then a woman becomes employed, then she remains employed and is able to gain economic self-sufficiency and break the cycle of poverty,\u201d says Todd.<\/p>\n
A hand up, no matter the circumstances<\/strong><\/p>\nIt\u2019s a common misconception that the women who come to Dress for Success are looking\u00a0for\u00a0a handout.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis could not be further from the truth!\u201d says Todd.\u00a0\u201cWomen who come to us are from all different backgrounds and walks of life. Many have advanced degrees yet have come upon difficult times. They just need to get back on track. These are strong, brave, determined women who have put aside their pride to ask\u00a0for\u00a0help–which is not an easy thing to do, especially if you are a strong woman.\u201d<\/p>\n
In March 2019, Dress for Success Boston temporarily closed its boutique. Since the building is owned by the City of Boston, the nonprofit is unlikely to have access until June 2021.<\/p>\n
It was devastating to all staff, volunteers and the clients.\u00a0 Many women who had\u00a0successfully gained employment were laid off or furloughed. Women found themselves at the starting line again. Dress for Success staff had to quickly recalibrate.<\/p>\n
The team assessed the needs of clients to better understand what services to offer. Workshops that were geared towards career advancement were replaced with sessions about resume writing, interviewing\u00a0for\u00a0jobs and navigating the unemployment system.<\/p>\n
Like other nonprofits, Dress for Success embraced virtual meetings. \u201cWe are doing completely virtual suitings with Zoom and Amazon to provide clothing to women who need it\u00a0for\u00a0their job searches. We are truly dedicated to supporting women, no matter the circumstances.\u201d<\/p>\n
Ways to Support Dress for Success Boston<\/strong><\/p>\nSince switching to a completely virtual platform, the organization is in great need of financial support. Yardi recently made a contribution to\u00a0Dress\u00a0for\u00a0Success\u00a0Boston. With the funds, the nonprofit extended support to women who are working towards financial independence.<\/p>\n
Join Yardi in supporting Dress for Success Boston. Donate online via FlipCause<\/a>. Resources will help to provide clothing, support and employment services for women.<\/p>\n\u201cSince 2001, we have served over 15,000 women.\u00a0This would not be possible without the generous support we receive from the local community!\u00a0Thank you\u00a0for\u00a0believing in the work we do at\u00a0Dress\u00a0for\u00a0Success\u00a0Boston!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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