"Suited for Change"
Going Above
and Beyond
and Dressing
Women for
Success
U
nfortunately, life doesn’t always happen the way
we plan. Just ask any women that suddenly lost
her job through circumstances that were beyond
her control or had to re-enter the workforce after years of
being a stay-at-home mom.
Suited for Change is a non-profit organization in
Washington, DC that seeks to help women like this in
the DC Metro area by helping them to find and retain
employment. This revolutionary group, founded in 1992,
provides women that need a hand up with professional
attire, mentors them, and prepares them for the
workforce with job-readiness education. With complete
grace and graciousness, Suited for Change helps women
gain financial independence and build a strong future for
their families and themselves.
It’s a beautiful way to motivate women and bring a
positive change in the community. And while not everyone
needs assistance from Suited for Change, there are plenty
of people who want to lend a hand. They gladly welcome
financial donations that go toward helping women get
back on their own two feet, plus they are always accepting
donations of clean, contemporary interview-style clothing
from anyone who has something to give.
Suiting volunteers are always in demand too. For
women who want to give other women the light to
shine on in their lives, suiting volunteers work one-on-
one with each client to choose appropriate job-related
attire, maintain the inventory and boutique, and serve
as an ambassador to aid clients to help them prepare for
employment. Unlike second-hand stores that have masses