May 25, 2012

Fashion for a Good Cause: Wardrobe for Opportunity

Instead of online shopping while you’re supposed to be (ahem) working, try online shopping that’s designed to get others working by visiting Wardrobe for Opportunity’s new virtual donations boutique.

Designed for the Oakland non-profit’s summer fundraising campaign that’s running through June 30, the “shop” offers different donation options matched with the items of clothing the organization provides to employment-seeking men and women in need. If you can’t donate funds, the shop also encourages browsers to do the next best things by volunteering time or sharing news of the campaign with friends through social media and email.

For proof of what a difference polished, professional attire can make in scoring a new job, check out the before and after shots in the Wardrobe for Opportunity video below.

Don’t Hesitate, Donate: Wardrobe For Opportunity Accessories Drive at McMullen

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Turn what you no longer need into a fresh start for someone else – and save a little while you’re at it. Bring gently used accessories to East Bay boutique McMullen Thursday through Saturday during an accessories drive benefiting Oakland non-profit Wardrobe for Opportunity, which provides professional attire and career training programs to low-income job-seekers.

For your trouble, take 10 percent off any single accessory in the shop.

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