Building a Life That Outlasts the Hustle

True financial wellness isn't about restriction or keeping up with external pressures—it's about building a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. This August, Dress for Success Austin and Black Barn Financial invite you into a safe, inclusive, and no-shame space designed to help you take the architect's seat in your financial life. Whether you are managing your current cash flow or preparing to build generational wealth, this virtual series gives you the ultimate tools for long-term economic agency.

Over four weeks, we will explore "The Sustainable Shift." You will learn how to align your spending with your deepest values, transform your relationship with debt, navigate life’s inevitable rainy seasons, and step into an investing mindset. Complete with a digital workbook and journal to track your personal evolution, this series is your launchpad to permanent financial independence.

When:  Every Thursday, Aug 6th- 27th , 12pm–1pm

Where: IN-PERSON @ Dress for Success Austin, Programs Space

What: Join us for a transformative four-week virtual series to shift from the restriction of survival budgeting to the freedom of sustainable, value-based wealth building.

• Aug 6 - Freedom by Design: Defining Your Value-Based Spending

  • Aligning your values to move from the restriction of "budgeting" to the empowerment of "spending on what matters."

• Aug 13 - Shielding Your Growth: Navigating Debt & Risk with Confidence

  • A no-shame masterclass on turning debt into a tool and understanding how to use insurance as a protective shield for your future.

• Aug 20 - The Long Game: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Decision-Making

  • Strategies for navigating life’s "rainy seasons" without compromising your present joy or long-term financial stability.

• Aug 27 - Future-Proofed: Cultivating Growth for the Next Generation

  • Taking the "Women on the Verge" mindset to transition from living within your means today, to living your dreams tomorrow - building a legacy of wealth

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 15min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for the raffle incentive.

Hey Beautiful! Join us on Wednesday, August 19th as team Canva guest-hosts our EmpowerHER session to debunk the myths of confidence and equip you with actionable tools to step boldly into your full power.

Building a Life That Outlasts the Hustle

True financial wellness isn't about restriction or keeping up with external pressures—it's about building a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. This August, Dress for Success Austin and Black Barn Financial invite you into a safe, inclusive, and no-shame space designed to help you take the architect's seat in your financial life. Whether you are managing your current cash flow or preparing to build generational wealth, this virtual series gives you the ultimate tools for long-term economic agency.

Over four weeks, we will explore "The Sustainable Shift." You will learn how to align your spending with your deepest values, transform your relationship with debt, navigate life’s inevitable rainy seasons, and step into an investing mindset. Complete with a digital workbook and journal to track your personal evolution, this series is your launchpad to permanent financial independence.

When:  Every Thursday, Aug 6th- 27th , 12pm–1pm

Where: IN-PERSON @ Dress for Success Austin, Programs Space

What: Join us for a transformative four-week virtual series to shift from the restriction of survival budgeting to the freedom of sustainable, value-based wealth building.

• Aug 6 - Freedom by Design: Defining Your Value-Based Spending

  • Aligning your values to move from the restriction of "budgeting" to the empowerment of "spending on what matters."

• Aug 13 - Shielding Your Growth: Navigating Debt & Risk with Confidence

  • A no-shame masterclass on turning debt into a tool and understanding how to use insurance as a protective shield for your future.

• Aug 20 - The Long Game: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Decision-Making

  • Strategies for navigating life’s "rainy seasons" without compromising your present joy or long-term financial stability.

• Aug 27 - Future-Proofed: Cultivating Growth for the Next Generation

  • Taking the "Women on the Verge" mindset to transition from living within your means today, to living your dreams tomorrow - building a legacy of wealth

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 15min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for the raffle incentive.

Building a Life That Outlasts the Hustle

True financial wellness isn't about restriction or keeping up with external pressures—it's about building a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. This August, Dress for Success Austin and Black Barn Financial invite you into a safe, inclusive, and no-shame space designed to help you take the architect's seat in your financial life. Whether you are managing your current cash flow or preparing to build generational wealth, this virtual series gives you the ultimate tools for long-term economic agency.

Over four weeks, we will explore "The Sustainable Shift." You will learn how to align your spending with your deepest values, transform your relationship with debt, navigate life’s inevitable rainy seasons, and step into an investing mindset. Complete with a digital workbook and journal to track your personal evolution, this series is your launchpad to permanent financial independence.

When:  Every Thursday, Aug 6th- 27th , 12pm–1pm

Where: IN-PERSON @ Dress for Success Austin, Programs Space

What: Join us for a transformative four-week virtual series to shift from the restriction of survival budgeting to the freedom of sustainable, value-based wealth building.

• Aug 6 - Freedom by Design: Defining Your Value-Based Spending

  • Aligning your values to move from the restriction of "budgeting" to the empowerment of "spending on what matters."

• Aug 13 - Shielding Your Growth: Navigating Debt & Risk with Confidence

  • A no-shame masterclass on turning debt into a tool and understanding how to use insurance as a protective shield for your future.

• Aug 20 - The Long Game: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Decision-Making

  • Strategies for navigating life’s "rainy seasons" without compromising your present joy or long-term financial stability.

• Aug 27 - Future-Proofed: Cultivating Growth for the Next Generation

  • Taking the "Women on the Verge" mindset to transition from living within your means today, to living your dreams tomorrow - building a legacy of wealth

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 15min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for the raffle incentive.

Hey Gorgeous! Have you ever found yourself standing in the messy middle of a major life shift—outgrowing who you used to be, but not quite seeing where you're landing next? It’s easy to feel stuck or anxious during times of change, but what if the transition isn't something to just survive, but a sacred space to thrive?

This July, we are bringing you a spectacular EmpowerHER virtual workshop: Finding the Beauty in the Between. Alongside the incredible Holly Subervi, we are going to quiet the noise, stop rushing the process, and activate your inner badass so you can confidently step into your next chapter with fire and grace!

When: Wednesday, July 15th, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Zoom / DFSA’s Success Portal

What: Join us as we team up with Holly Subervi to uncover your inner badass and learn how to gracefully claim the beauty, power, and hidden lessons waiting for you in life's transitions.

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for Success Members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended and be ineligible for workshop raffles or incentives.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

P2E Summer II 2026 Cohort starts Jul 9th

At Dress for Success Austin, we know there are many factors that contribute to landing a new job. Trying to tackle them all at once can be overwhelming, especially if you are going at it alone. The Path to Employment program was designed to make your job search not only more successful, but also more manageable and rewarding with a mentor by your side. 

Over the course of six consecutive weeks, you'll build a relationship with your mentor and master the important elements of a successful job search.

Application Requirements:

• Currently housed

• High school diploma or GED

• Actively seeking full-time employment

• Must be a Current DFSA Client

• Have attended at least 2 Career Coaching appointments

• Can commit to meeting 1x/week for 6 consecutive weeks

Application Deadline: Jun 19th, 2026

Program Curriculum:

• Week 1: Assessment Review & Goal Setting

• Week 2: Building Your Resume & Cover Letter

• Week 3: Crafting an Elevator Pitch & Online Profile

• Week 4: Job Search Strategy

• Week 5: Mock Interview & Feedback

• Week 6: Looking Forward

2026 Application Periods:

• Winter Cohort (Starts Jan 8th): Nov 1st - Nov 21st, 2025

• Spring Cohort (Starts Mar 5th): Feb 1st - Feb 20th, 2026

• Summer I Cohort (Starts May 14th): Apr 1st - Apr 24th, 2026

• Summer II Cohort (Starts Jul 9th): Jun 1st - Jun 19th, 2026

• Fall Cohort (Starts Sep 10th): Aug 1 - Aug 21st, 2026

For National Safety Month this June, we are bringing you a virtual session that is as empowering as it is essential. We are hosting the incredible Sherry Hamilton from RedHeart CPR for our next virtual workshop: HER Heart: Lifesaving Power in Your Hands.

Whether you are climbing the corporate ladder, navigating a career search, or raising a family, the ability to save a life is the most important skill you can carry in your toolkit.

When: Wednesday, Jun 17th, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Zoom / DFSA’s Success Portal

What:  More details coming soon!

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for Success Members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended and be ineligible for workshop raffles or incentives.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

P2E Summer II 2026 Cohort starts Jul 9th

At Dress for Success Austin, we know there are many factors that contribute to landing a new job. Trying to tackle them all at once can be overwhelming, especially if you are going at it alone. The Path to Employment program was designed to make your job search not only more successful, but also more manageable and rewarding with a mentor by your side. 

Over the course of six consecutive weeks, you'll build a relationship with your mentor and master the important elements of a successful job search.

Application Requirements:

• Currently housed

• High school diploma or GED

• Actively seeking full-time employment

• Must be a Current DFSA Client

• Have attended at least 2 Career Coaching appointments

• Can commit to meeting 1x/week for 6 consecutive weeks

Application Deadline: Jun 19th, 2026

Program Curriculum:

• Week 1: Assessment Review & Goal Setting

• Week 2: Building Your Resume & Cover Letter

• Week 3: Crafting an Elevator Pitch & Online Profile

• Week 4: Job Search Strategy

• Week 5: Mock Interview & Feedback

• Week 6: Looking Forward

2026 Application Periods:

• Winter Cohort (Starts Jan 8th): Nov 1st - Nov 21st, 2025

• Spring Cohort (Starts Mar 5th): Feb 1st - Feb 20th, 2026

• Summer I Cohort (Starts May 14th): Apr 1st - Apr 24th, 2026

• Summer II Cohort (Starts Jul 9th): Jun 1st - Jun 19th, 2026

• Fall Cohort (Starts Sep 10th): Aug 1 - Aug 21st, 2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we invite you to look beneath the surface and explore the invisible forces shaping your well-being!

We'll be joined by Real Queens Fix Each Other's Crowns to host an interactive session to help you trace these invisible threads. "Mapping Your Influence: Uncovering Unconscious Patterns" is designed to help you move from passive habit to intentional growth by exploring the family dynamics that shape your mental resilience.

When: Wednesday, May 20th, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Zoom / DFSA’s Success Portal

What:  You’ll gain:

• Insight into Intergenerational Patterns: Identify the specific unconscious patterns inherited from your family web that impact your daily stress and decision-making.

• A Personal Roadmap: Build a custom framework to pivot away from reactive habits and toward proactive emotional health.

• Empowered Connections: Learn to transform existing relationships into active sources of support, fostering a more authentic sense of belonging.

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for Success Members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended and be ineligible for workshop raffles or incentives.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

Join us this month for a wellness-heavy workshop led by Brenda Keller, LCSW-S and Director of the TVC Mental Health Department.

We’ll focus on mental health, mindfulness, and honoring the strength it takes to prioritize self-care.

When: Tuesday, May 9th, 10am - 12pm

Where: In-Person, Dress for Success Austin Programs Space

What:  HER Peace: Restoring the Warrior Within

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for Success Members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 15min after the start time will be marked as unattended and be ineligible for workshop raffles or incentives.

Your Future, By Design.
You have spent the spring building your confidence, redefining your relationship with money, and learning the strategies of financial growth. Now, it’s time to take the architect’s seat. Join Dress for Success Austin and Northwestern Mutual for our final Spring Intensive: Build Your Own Financial Plan.

This workshop is the hands-on culmination of our Financial Futures series. We are moving past the "why" and deep into the "how." In this collaborative and supportive environment, you will transition from a vision to a tangible, written roadmap. No more guessing—just clear, actionable steps toward the life you want to lead.

When: Saturday, May 9th, 10am–12pm

Where: IN-PERSON @ Dress for Success Austin, Programs Space

What: Hands-on capstone workshop for our Spring 2026 Financial Wellness Series: Financial Futures.

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 15min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for the raffle incentive.

During this two-hour intensive, you will:

• Draft Your Blueprint: Move beyond high-level goals and create a concrete, personalized plan for your savings, debt management, and long-term wealth.

• Expert Guidance: Work side-by-side with Northwestern Mutual financial professionals to ensure your plan is realistic, sustainable, and tailored to your specific income and dreams.

• Resource Mapping: Identify the tools and banking features that act as the "scaffolding" for your new plan.

• Empowerment in Action: Walk away with a financial plan in hand, giving you the agency to steer your economic future with total confidence.

Join us this April for a month of Financial Futures! Northwestern Mutual will be leading us through 4 weeks of forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

When: Every Thursday from Apr 9th - Apr 30th

• English: 5pm - 6pm

• Español: 12pm - 1pm - Acceda a la versión en español aquí

Where: Virtual (Success Portal / Zoom)

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops focused on forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

• Week 1: Apr 9 - Starting Out Financially Strong

• Week 2: Apr 16 - Smart Strategies for Managing Debt

• Week 3: Apr 23 - Reach Your New Level of Financial Confidence

• Week 4: Apr 30 - The Face of New Growth: Women and Money

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 4 workshops and you will receive a $50 HEB gift card!

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for clients to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for that sessions raffle and the full series attendance prize.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

¡Acompáñanos este mes de abril en nuestro ciclo Futuro financieros!

Northwestern Mutual nos guiará a lo largo de cuatro semanas dedicadas a la planificación financiera con visión de futuro: desde la planificación a largo plazo y los objetivos hasta el ahorro y consejos financieros para tu familia.

Cuándo: Todos los jueves, del 9 al 30 de abril

• Inglés: 5pm–6pm - Also available in English

• Español: 12pm–1pm

Dónde: Virtual/ Zoom (el enlace se proporcionará en el correo electrónico de confirmación)

Qué: Un mes de talleres de bienestar financiero centrados en las finanzas con visión de futuro, desde la planificación y los objetivos a largo plazo hasta el ahorro y las lecciones financieras para su familia.

• Semana 1: 9 de abril - Comenzar con solidez financiera

• Semana 2: 16 de abril - Estrategias para manejar deuda

• Semana 3: 23 de abril - Elevar tu plan financiero

• Semana 4: 30 de abril - El rostro del nuevo crecimiento: las mujeres y el dinero

La asistencia a cada taller le dará la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50$.
¡Asista a los 4 talleres y recibirá una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50 $!

*Política de asistencia: Con el fin de animar a los clientes a sacar el máximo partido de cada sesión, los participantes que se incorporen al taller más de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio serán considerados ausentes.

P2E Summer I 2026 Cohort starts May 14th

At Dress for Success Austin, we know there are many factors that contribute to landing a new job. Trying to tackle them all at once can be overwhelming, especially if you are going at it alone. The Path to Employment program was designed to make your job search not only more successful, but also more manageable and rewarding with a mentor by your side. 

Over the course of six consecutive weeks, you'll build a relationship with your mentor and master the important elements of a successful job search.

Application Requirements:

• Currently housed

• High school diploma or GED

• Actively seeking full-time employment

• Must be a Current DFSA Client

• Have attended at least 2 Career Coaching appointments

• Can commit to meeting 1x/week for 6 consecutive weeks

Application Deadline: Apr 24th, 2026

Program Curriculum:

• Week 1: Assessment Review & Goal Setting

• Week 2: Building Your Resume & Cover Letter

• Week 3: Crafting an Elevator Pitch & Online Profile

• Week 4: Job Search Strategy

• Week 5: Mock Interview & Feedback

• Week 6: Looking Forward

2026 Application Periods:

• Winter Cohort (Starts Jan 8th): Nov 1st - Nov 21st, 2025

• Spring Cohort (Starts Mar 5th): Feb 1st - Feb 20th, 2026

• Summer Cohort 1 (Starts May 14th): Apr 1st - Apr 24th, 2026

• Summer Cohort 2 (Starts Jul 9th): Jun 1st - Jun 19th, 2026

• Fall Cohort (Starts Sep 10th): Aug 1 - Aug 21st, 2026

Join us this April for a month of Financial Futures! Northwestern Mutual will be leading us through 4 weeks of forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

When: Every Thursday from Apr 9th - Apr 30th

• English: 5pm - 6pm

• Español: 12pm - 1pm - Acceda a la versión en español aquí

Where: Virtual (Success Portal / Zoom)

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops focused on forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

• Week 1: Apr 9 - Starting Out Financially Strong

• Week 2: Apr 16 - Smart Strategies for Managing Debt

• Week 3: Apr 23 - Reach Your New Level of Financial Confidence

• Week 4: Apr 30 - The Face of New Growth: Women and Money

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 4 workshops and you will receive a $50 HEB gift card!

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for clients to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for that sessions raffle and the full series attendance prize.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

¡Acompáñanos este mes de abril en nuestro ciclo Futuro financieros!

Northwestern Mutual nos guiará a lo largo de cuatro semanas dedicadas a la planificación financiera con visión de futuro: desde la planificación a largo plazo y los objetivos hasta el ahorro y consejos financieros para tu familia.

Cuándo: Todos los jueves, del 9 al 30 de abril

• Inglés: 5pm–6pm - Also available in English

• Español: 12pm–1pm

Dónde: Virtual/ Zoom (el enlace se proporcionará en el correo electrónico de confirmación)

Qué: Un mes de talleres de bienestar financiero centrados en las finanzas con visión de futuro, desde la planificación y los objetivos a largo plazo hasta el ahorro y las lecciones financieras para su familia.

• Semana 1: 9 de abril - Comenzar con solidez financiera

• Semana 2: 16 de abril - Estrategias para manejar deuda

• Semana 3: 23 de abril - Elevar tu plan financiero

• Semana 4: 30 de abril - El rostro del nuevo crecimiento: las mujeres y el dinero

La asistencia a cada taller le dará la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50$.
¡Asista a los 4 talleres y recibirá una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50 $!

*Política de asistencia: Con el fin de animar a los clientes a sacar el máximo partido de cada sesión, los participantes que se incorporen al taller más de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio serán considerados ausentes.

Join us this April for a month of Financial Futures! Northwestern Mutual will be leading us through 4 weeks of forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

When: Every Thursday from Apr 9th - Apr 30th

• English: 5pm - 6pm

• Español: 12pm - 1pm - Acceda a la versión en español aquí

Where: Virtual (Success Portal / Zoom)

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops focused on forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

• Week 1: Apr 9 - Starting Out Financially Strong

• Week 2: Apr 16 - Smart Strategies for Managing Debt

• Week 3: Apr 23 - Reach Your New Level of Financial Confidence

• Week 4: Apr 30 - The Face of New Growth: Women and Money

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 4 workshops and you will receive a $50 HEB gift card!

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for clients to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for that sessions raffle and the full series attendance prize.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

¡Acompáñanos este mes de abril en nuestro ciclo Futuro financieros!

Northwestern Mutual nos guiará a lo largo de cuatro semanas dedicadas a la planificación financiera con visión de futuro: desde la planificación a largo plazo y los objetivos hasta el ahorro y consejos financieros para tu familia.

Cuándo: Todos los jueves, del 9 al 30 de abril

• Inglés: 5pm–6pm - Also available in English

• Español: 12pm–1pm

Dónde: Virtual/ Zoom (el enlace se proporcionará en el correo electrónico de confirmación)

Qué: Un mes de talleres de bienestar financiero centrados en las finanzas con visión de futuro, desde la planificación y los objetivos a largo plazo hasta el ahorro y las lecciones financieras para su familia.

• Semana 1: 9 de abril - Comenzar con solidez financiera

• Semana 2: 16 de abril - Estrategias para manejar deuda

• Semana 3: 23 de abril - Elevar tu plan financiero

• Semana 4: 30 de abril - El rostro del nuevo crecimiento: las mujeres y el dinero

La asistencia a cada taller le dará la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50$.
¡Asista a los 4 talleres y recibirá una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50 $!

*Política de asistencia: Con el fin de animar a los clientes a sacar el máximo partido de cada sesión, los participantes que se incorporen al taller más de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio serán considerados ausentes.

Abril es el Mes Nacional de la Vivienda Justa, y lo celebramos abriendo las puertas a la adquisición de una vivienda.

Summera Shaikh y Lorena Korpela se unen a nosotros para desmitificar el proceso hipotecario y ofrecer una guía a quienes compran una vivienda por primera vez. Tanto si acabas de empezar a ahorrar como si ya estás listo para hacer una oferta, este taller te proporcionará las herramientas necesarias para convertir el sueño de tener una vivienda propia en realidad.

Cuándo: Miércoles, 15 de abril, de 2pm a 3pm

Dónde: Virtual / Zoom

Qué: Únete a nosotras para descubrir las estrategias que necesitas para hacer realidad tu sueño de tener una vivienda propia.

* Política de asistencia: Con el fin de animar a las miembros de Success a sacar el máximo partido de cada sesión, las participantes que se incorporen al taller más de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio serán consideradas ausentes y no podrán optar a los sorteos ni a los incentivos del taller.

April is National Fair Housing Month, and we are celebrating by opening the door to homeownership. Summera Shaikh joins us to demystify the mortgage process and provide a roadmap for first-time homebuyers. Whether you are just starting to save or are ready to make an offer, this workshop will give you the tools to turn the dream of owning a home into a reality.

Starting in April, this program will be accessed exclusively through our Success Portal.

When: Wednesday, Apr 15th, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Zoom / DFSA’s Success Portal

What:  Navigating the path to home ownership

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for Success Members to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended and be ineligible for workshop raffles or incentives.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

Join us this April for a month of Financial Futures! Northwestern Mutual will be leading us through 4 weeks of forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

When: Every Thursday from Apr 9th - Apr 30th

• English: 5pm - 6pm

• Español: 12pm - 1pm - Acceda a la versión en español aquí

Where: Virtual (Success Portal / Zoom)

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops focused on forward looking finances—from long term planning & goals to savings & financial lessons for your family.

• Week 1: Apr 9 - Starting Out Financially Strong

• Week 2: Apr 16 - Smart Strategies for Managing Debt

• Week 3: Apr 23 - Reach Your New Level of Financial Confidence

• Week 4: Apr 30 - The Face of New Growth: Women and Money

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 4 workshops and you will receive a $50 HEB gift card!

*Attendance Policy: In order to encourage for clients to get the most out of each session, participants joining the workshop any later than 10min after the start time will be marked as unattended—and be ineligible for that sessions raffle and the full series attendance prize.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

¡Acompáñanos este mes de abril en nuestro ciclo Futuro financieros!

Northwestern Mutual nos guiará a lo largo de cuatro semanas dedicadas a la planificación financiera con visión de futuro: desde la planificación a largo plazo y los objetivos hasta el ahorro y consejos financieros para tu familia.

Cuándo: Todos los jueves, del 9 al 30 de abril

• Inglés: 5pm–6pm - Also available in English

• Español: 12pm–1pm

Dónde: Virtual/ Zoom (el enlace se proporcionará en el correo electrónico de confirmación)

Qué: Un mes de talleres de bienestar financiero centrados en las finanzas con visión de futuro, desde la planificación y los objetivos a largo plazo hasta el ahorro y las lecciones financieras para su familia.

• Semana 1: 9 de abril - Comenzar con solidez financiera

• Semana 2: 16 de abril - Estrategias para manejar deuda

• Semana 3: 23 de abril - Elevar tu plan financiero

• Semana 4: 30 de abril - El rostro del nuevo crecimiento: las mujeres y el dinero

La asistencia a cada taller le dará la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50$.
¡Asista a los 4 talleres y recibirá una tarjeta regalo de HEB por valor de 50 $!

*Política de asistencia: Con el fin de animar a los clientes a sacar el máximo partido de cada sesión, los participantes que se incorporen al taller más de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio serán considerados ausentes.

P2E Summer I 2026 Cohort starts May 14th

At Dress for Success Austin, we know there are many factors that contribute to landing a new job. Trying to tackle them all at once can be overwhelming, especially if you are going at it alone. The Path to Employment program was designed to make your job search not only more successful, but also more manageable and rewarding with a mentor by your side. 

Over the course of six consecutive weeks, you'll build a relationship with your mentor and master the important elements of a successful job search.

Application Requirements:

• Currently housed

• High school diploma or GED

• Actively seeking full-time employment

• Must be a Current DFSA Client

• Have attended at least 2 Career Coaching appointments

• Can commit to meeting 1x/week for 6 consecutive weeks

Application Deadline: Apr 24th, 2026

Program Curriculum:

• Week 1: Assessment Review & Goal Setting

• Week 2: Building Your Resume & Cover Letter

• Week 3: Crafting an Elevator Pitch & Online Profile

• Week 4: Job Search Strategy

• Week 5: Mock Interview & Feedback

• Week 6: Looking Forward

2026 Application Periods:

• Winter Cohort (Starts Jan 8th): Nov 1st - Nov 21st, 2025

• Spring Cohort (Starts Mar 5th): Feb 1st - Feb 20th, 2026

• Summer Cohort 1 (Starts May 14th): Apr 1st - Apr 24th, 2026

• Summer Cohort 2 (Starts Jul 9th): Jun 1st - Jun 19th, 2026

• Fall Cohort (Starts Sep 10th): Aug 1 - Aug 21st, 2026

Dress for Success Austin will be using our new Success Portal (hosted on Canvas) for our virtual programming starting this year! Learn more here: DFSA Success Portal.

In order to best facilitate this transition, we will be hosting virtual Success Portal Onboarding sessions throughout the first quarter of the year (Jan-Mar).

Starting in April, virtual programming will only be accessible through the Success Portal. Please register to attend an onboarding at your earliest convenience.

After you register, please be on the lookout for an account creation email from "DFSA Success Portal <notifications@instructure.com>", and finish your registration before the onboarding session by creating a password via the link in the email.

Dress for Success Austin will be using our new Success Portal (hosted on Canvas) for our virtual programming starting this year! Learn more here: DFSA Success Portal.

In order to best facilitate this transition, we will be hosting virtual Success Portal Onboarding sessions throughout the first quarter of the year (Jan-Mar).

Starting in April, virtual programming will only be accessible through the Success Portal. Please register to attend an onboarding at your earliest convenience.

After you register, please be on the lookout for an account creation email from "DFSA Success Portal <notifications@instructure.com>", and finish your registration before the onboarding session by creating a password via the link in the email.