About Wardrobe for Opportunity
Our Mission
Wardrobe for Opportunity (WFO) works in partnership with the community to assist low-income individuals in their efforts to Find a Job, Keep a Job, and Build a Career.
Our History
Wardrobe for Opportunity (WFO) is a successful and growing 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that empowers low-income individuals from across the Bay Area with acquiring interview skills, professional clothing and the career support they need to become economically self-sufficient.
Founded in 1995 to address often overlooked, yet critical barriers to finding and retaining employment, WFO has served nearly 30,000 low-income individuals referred from over 40 partner social service and job-training agencies across the Bay Area. Founded originally to provide professional clothing for women, Wardrobe for Opportunity has expanded to provide in-depth, 360 degree professional development for men and women.
Vision Statement
Wardrobe for Opportunity will be the recognized leader in empowering low-income women and men to achieve economic viability.
WFO is committed four strategies:
- Expand client reach throughout the Greater Bay Area
- Continually engage constituents through multiple channels of communication
- Diversify funding sources to ensure stability and growth
- Create a culture that attracts and retains staff and volunteers that are passionate about WFO.
2017 Program Results
- 1,455 clients served through Find a Job Program. Within 45 days of their interview wardrobe appointment, 57% of clients went on an interview and 49% secured employment.
- 62 clients graduated from Pathways. Six months after completing Pathways, 90% of graduates retained employment.
- 19 clients graduated from Success Series. Six months after Success series, 16% of graduates experienced an increase in annual salary and 90% made progress towards achieving their career goals.