Dress for Success Oregon

Announcing WorkWell Pilot Phase!

The team at Dress for Success Oregon invites you to join us for the pilot phase of WorkWell, the new coworking and resource center. We invite you to drop in, work from the space, and help us test drive WorkWell firsthand.

Wednesday–Thursday | August 19–20, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

You do not need to be a client of DFSO to use WorkWell. We are open to ALL women and gender-expansive people.

Thank you to Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. for touring our new WorkWell coworking center!

We’re looking for someone who can help job seekers feel more confident in today’s hiring process.

Dress for Success Oregon is seeking a volunteer to lead a Technology Upskilling Workshop focused on recorded video interviews—a step that’s becoming increasingly common in job applications but can be intimidating for many candidates.

You’ll help participants learn things like:
• Recording confident video interview responses
• Uploading videos to employer application platforms
• Basic video file management
• Presenting professionally on camera

You don’t need teaching experience—just a solid understanding of the technology, a patient approach, and a desire to help others succeed.

📍 In-person at our SE Portland office
🕒 Approximately 90 minutes
👥 Up to 20 participants

This opportunity is a great fit for recruiters, HR professionals, educators, IT professionals, marketers, communications specialists, or anyone comfortable navigating today’s digital workplace.

Last year, 75% of participants seeking employment through Dress for Success Oregon reported finding jobs as a direct result of our programs and support. Your knowledge could help someone take that next step.

Interested in volunteering? Please contact Han-Bee Kim at [email protected].

Because of you, we didn’t just meet our goal this year. We blew past it!

$314,000 raised at the Celebrate Success Gala — a 13% increase over last year, and beyond the stretch goal we’d quietly set for ourselves. In today’s nonprofit climate, that’s remarkable. And we don’t take it lightly.

What moved us most wasn’t just the number. It was the room. People showing up with intention and generosity at a time when causes are competing for every dollar. That kind of belief in a mission is rare, and we felt it.

WorkWell is moving into full operation. The work continues. And it’s possible because of YOU. ❤️

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors: Ben Bridge Jewelers, US Bank, Alaska Airlines, Schwabe, Kaiser Permanente, and The Greenbrier Companies. We couldn’t do this without you.

Photos by Oli Photography 🇵🇱🇺🇸

The Summer Closet Sale is back. What will you score??

Hunt through thousands of gently loved fashion finds — designer labels, careerwear, handbags, shoes, and unexpected gems — starting at just $5. Every purchase supports programs that empower women and gender-expansive individuals to thrive in work and life.

📅 June 12–14
📍 1532 NE 37th Ave, Portland

🏷️ FLAT PRICING:
$5 — Blouses, Shorts, Skirts, Handbags, Shoes
$7 — Pants
$10 — Boots, Dresses
$12 — Jackets
$20 — Coats
$22 — Suits
$4 — Belts, Gloves, Hats, Scarves, Jewelry

✨ Spend $40+ and you’re invited to the Blowout Final Sale on Sunday, June 14 — everything $3, all designer items 50% off.

100% of proceeds support Dress for Success Oregon’s mission to help women find and keep jobs, support their families, and achieve long-term economic mobility.

Mark your calendars. 🗓️ Dress for Success Oregon’s Summer Closet Sale is back — and the question isn’t whether you’ll find something good. It’s: what will you score?

Thousands of gently loved fashion finds starting at $5, with every purchase supporting women and gender-expansive individuals as they build careers and transform their lives.