P2E Spring 2026 Cohort starts March 5th

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: Feb 20th, 2025

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

¡Únete a nosotros este febrero para un mes de Fundaciones Financieras! Desde la psicología del gasto hasta los conceptos básicos de la puntuación crediticia, UFCU nos guiará en la elaboración del plan para tu futuro financiero.

Cuándo: Todos los jueves 12 de febrero - 5 de marzo

• En inglés 11am - 12pm - Access English registration here

• En español: 12pm - 1pm

Donde: Virtual / Zoom (Enlace será proporcionado en el correo electrónico de confirmación)

Qué: Un mes de talleres de Bienestar Financiero para aprender a construir el plan de tu futuro financiero.

• Semana 1: 12 de febrero - "Mentalidad: Sanando tu historia de dinero"

• Descubre tus creencias heredadas sobre el dinero para construir una mentalidad más saludable.

• Semana 2: 19 de febrero - "Financiación estratégica: equilibrando beneficios e ingresos"

• Cómo gestionar las prestaciones gubernamentales y la ayuda federal junto con el equilibrio de ingresos obtenidos.

• Semana 3: 26 de febrero - "Hacer que tu presupuesto funcione para tu vida"

• Consigue consejos para una gestión práctica del flujo de caja.

• Semana 4: 5 de marzo - "Plan de crédito: aprovechando tu puntuación para la movilidad económica"

• Entiende la salud del crédito y prepárate para la temporada de impuestos.

La asistencia a cada taller te dará la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta de regalo de $50 de HEB.
¡Asiste a los 4 talleres y recibirás una tarjeta de regalo de $50 de HEB!

*Política de asistencia: Con el fin de animar a los clientes a sacar el máximo provecho de cada sesión, los participantes que se unan al taller más tarde de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio serán marcados como no asistidos.

Join us this February for a month of Financial Foundations! From the psychology of spending to credit score fundamentals, UFCU will lead us through building the blueprint for your financial future.

When: Every Thursday from Feb 12th - Mar 5th

• English: 11am - 12pm

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

Where: Virtual / Zoom (Link will be provided in confirmation email)

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops to learn how to build the blueprint for your financial future.

• Week 1: Feb 12 - "Mindset: Healing Your Money Story"

  • Unpack inherited beliefs about money to build a healthier mindset.

• Week 2: Feb 19 - “Strategic Funding: Balancing Benefits and Income”

  • How to navigate government benefits and federal aid along with balancing earned income.

• Week 3: Feb 26 - “Cash Flow Confidence: Making Your Budget Work for Your Life”

  • Get tips for practical cash flow management.

• Week 4: Mar 5 - “Credit Blueprint: Leveraging Your Score for Economic Mobility”

  • Understand credit health and prepare for tax season.

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.

This program now accessed through DFSA's Success Portal.

Let’s turn financial basics into a blueprint for a more empowered YOU.

In honor of National Boost Your Self-Esteem Month, we are digging deep into the connection between our pockets and our pride. We often think of self-esteem as an internal feeling, but it is bolstered by the external foundations we build for ourselves. When we lack clarity in our finances, it creates a "noise" that can drown out our confidence.

Join guest facilitator Annette Moore for a workshop designed to quiet that noise. By focusing on the essential "building blocks" of personal finance, Annette will show you how taking control of your financial narrative is a radical act of self-care that empowers you to stand taller in every area of your life.

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

When: Wednesday, Feb 18th, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Zoom / DFSA’s Success Portal

What:  You’ll takeaway

• The Foundation: Identifying the basic financial habits that reduce stress and increase stability.

• The Connection: Understanding why financial agency is a direct boost to your self-image.

• The Path: Practical steps to start building your "haven" of security today.

*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.

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.

Join DFSA x Real Queens for a morning of pampering and self-care, styled by Teresa, to celebrate self-love and empowerment!

Teresa Test, our expert stylist, will be on hand to provide tips and tricks for looking and feeling your best. Don't miss out on this opportunity to indulge in some much-needed self-love!

Treat yourself to a day of relaxation and rejuvenation as you learn how to love and care for yourself inside and out. Teresa will be our style guide on how to find and refine your personal style, and that's not it...........Everyone will walk away with one FREE item ON US!

We want you to not only walk away with new knowledge on your style and mental health, but also take home a new piece to start building your wardrobe!

Success Member code: DFS2026

¡Únete a nosotros este febrero para un mes de Fundaciones Financieras! Desde la psicología del gasto hasta los conceptos básicos de la puntuación crediticia, UFCU nos guiará en la elaboración del plan para tu futuro financiero.

Cuándo: Todos los jueves 12 de febrero - 5 de marzo

• En inglés 11am - 12pm - Access English registration here

• En español: 12pm - 1pm

Donde: Virtual / Zoom (Enlace será proporcionado en el correo electrónico de confirmación)

Qué: Un mes de talleres de Bienestar Financiero para aprender a construir el plan de tu futuro financiero.

• Semana 1: 12 de febrero - "Mentalidad: Sanando tu historia de dinero"

• Descubre tus creencias heredadas sobre el dinero para construir una mentalidad más saludable.

• Semana 2: 19 de febrero - "Financiación estratégica: equilibrando beneficios e ingresos"

• Cómo gestionar las prestaciones gubernamentales y la ayuda federal junto con el equilibrio de ingresos obtenidos.

• Semana 3: 26 de febrero - "Hacer que tu presupuesto funcione para tu vida"

• Consigue consejos para una gestión práctica del flujo de caja.

• Semana 4: 5 de marzo - "Plan de crédito: aprovechando tu puntuación para la movilidad económica"

• Entiende la salud del crédito y prepárate para la temporada de impuestos.

La asistencia a cada taller te dará la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta de regalo de $50 de HEB.
¡Asiste a los 4 talleres y recibirás una tarjeta de regalo de $50 de HEB!

*Política de asistencia: Con el fin de animar a los clientes a sacar el máximo provecho de cada sesión, los participantes que se unan al taller más tarde de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio serán marcados como no asistidos.

Join us this February for a month of Financial Foundations! From the psychology of spending to credit score fundamentals, UFCU will lead us through building the blueprint for your financial future.

When: Every Thursday from Feb 12th - Mar 5th

• English: 11am - 12pm

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

Where: Virtual / Zoom (Link will be provided in confirmation email)

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops to learn how to build the blueprint for your financial future.

• Week 1: Feb 12 - "Mindset: Healing Your Money Story"

  • Unpack inherited beliefs about money to build a healthier mindset.

• Week 2: Feb 19 - “Strategic Funding: Balancing Benefits and Income”

  • How to navigate government benefits and federal aid along with balancing earned income.

• Week 3: Feb 26 - “Cash Flow Confidence: Making Your Budget Work for Your Life”

  • Get tips for practical cash flow management.

• Week 4: Mar 5 - “Credit Blueprint: Leveraging Your Score for Economic Mobility”

  • Understand credit health and prepare for tax season.

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.

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.

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.

P2E Spring 2026 Cohort starts March 5th

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: Feb 20th, 2025

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

Ready to End 2025 with an Empowered Heart? ❤️

As 2025 draws to a close, it's natural to reflect on all the highs, lows, and everything in between. In a world that often highlights what's missing, cultivating gratitude is a powerful practice that can transform your outlook, resilience, and overall well-being.

Are you ready to:

• Shift your perspective and find peace amidst life's chaos?

• Recognize the abundance that already exists in your life and career?

• Enter the new year with a heart full of appreciation and strength?

Then join our December EmpowerHER workshop: MindfulHER: Gratitude in All Life's Circumstances, the year in review!

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

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What:  We'll explore how to:

• Integrate gratitude into your daily life for sustained positive impact.

• Mindfully review your year, celebrating growth and finding lessons in challenges.

• Build a foundation of appreciation that fuels your journey into the new year.

Let's end 2025 feeling truly empowered and grateful, gorgeous!

*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.

P2E Winter 2026 Cohort starts in January

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: Nov 21st, 2025

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): Nov 1st - Nov 21st, 2025

• Spring Cohort (Starts Mar): To Be Announced

• Summer Cohort 1 (Starts May): To Be Announced

• Summer Cohort 2 (Starts Jul): To Be Announced

• Fall Cohort (Starts Sep): To Be Announced

Feeling Stuck or Ready for a Shift? 🧭

Ever felt that tug – that whisper that it might be time for something new in your career? Whether it's a big industry jump, a promotion to a leadership role, or even redefining your current path, career transitions can feel daunting.

Are you wondering:

• "Is now the right time to make a move?"

• "How do I even begin to explore new opportunities?"

• "What if I make the wrong choice?"

Gorgeous, you're not alone. And you certainly don't have to navigate it alone!

Join our November EmpowerHER workshop: DevelopHER: Navigating Career Transitions!

When: Wednesday, Nov 19th, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What:  We'll empower you to:

• Identify your ideal next career step, big or small.

• Craft a strategic plan to successfully pivot or advance.

• Embrace change with confidence and turn uncertainty into opportunity.

Your next chapter is waiting to be written. Let's make it your best one yet!

*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.

We are excited to invite you to Week 5 of our five-part Financial Wellness Series: Finance without the Fright! 

This week, reflect on your journey and celebrate your progress! We’ll close by rewriting our money stories to build lasting confidence.

When: Every Saturday, Oct 4 - Nov 1

• In-person: 10am - 12pm

• Virtual: 10am - 11:30am

Where: *New Format* Alternating In-person & Virtual

What: A unique five-week hybrid program designed to provide you with the tools and support you need to tackle your finances head-on, in partnership with Black Barn Financial & YWCA Greater Austin.

• Week 1: Oct 4 (In-person) - Spooky Savings & Financial Fortunes

• Week 2: Oct 11 (Virtual) - Ghosting Your Doubts: A Hauntingly Good Plan

• Week 3: Oct 18 (In-person) - The Budgeting Beast: Taming Your Spending

• Week 4: Oct 25 (Virtual) - Conjuring Cash: Investing & Saving for Your Future

• Week 5: Nov 1 (In-Person) - Un-Haunt Your Past: Rewriting Your Money Story

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 5 workshops and you will receive a special incentive (more details coming soon)!

*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.

P2E Winter 2026 Cohort starts in January

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: Nov 21st, 2025

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): Nov 1st - Nov 21st, 2025

• Spring Cohort (Starts Mar): To Be Announced

• Summer Cohort 1 (Starts May): To Be Announced

• Summer Cohort 2 (Starts Jul): To Be Announced

• Fall Cohort (Starts Sep): To Be Announced

We are excited to invite you to Week 4 of our five-part Financial Wellness Series: Finance without the Fright! 

This week, look at the big picture and explore how to balance needs and wants; we’ll cover key savings strategies and an intro to investing.

When: Every Saturday, Oct 4 - Nov 1

• In-person: 10am - 12pm

• Virtual: 10am - 11:30am

Where: *New Format* Alternating In-person & Virtual

What: A unique five-week hybrid program designed to provide you with the tools and support you need to tackle your finances head-on, in partnership with Black Barn Financial & YWCA Greater Austin.

• Week 1: Oct 4 (In-person) - Spooky Savings & Financial Fortunes

• Week 2: Oct 11 (Virtual) - Ghosting Your Doubts: A Hauntingly Good Plan

• Week 3: Oct 18 (In-person) - The Budgeting Beast: Taming Your Spending

• Week 4: Oct 25 (Virtual) - Conjuring Cash: Investing & Saving for Your Future

• Week 5: Nov 1 (In-Person) - Un-Haunt Your Past: Rewriting Your Money Story

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 5 workshops and you will receive a special incentive (more details coming soon)!

*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.

Thank you to our programming partners for this event:

We are excited to invite you to Week 3 of our five-part Financial Wellness Series: Finance without the Fright! 

This week, bring your numbers to work through a practical budgeting worksheet and align your spending with your financial goals.

When: Every Saturday, Oct 4 - Nov 1

• In-person: 10am - 12pm

• Virtual: 10am - 11:30am

Where: *New Format* Alternating In-person & Virtual

What: A unique five-week hybrid program designed to provide you with the tools and support you need to tackle your finances head-on, in partnership with Black Barn Financial & YWCA Greater Austin.

• Week 1: Oct 4 (In-person) - Spooky Savings & Financial Fortunes

• Week 2: Oct 11 (Virtual) - Ghosting Your Doubts: A Hauntingly Good Plan

• Week 3: Oct 18 (In-person) - The Budgeting Beast: Taming Your Spending

• Week 4: Oct 25 (Virtual) - Conjuring Cash: Investing & Saving for Your Future

• Week 5: Nov 1 (In-Person) - Un-Haunt Your Past: Rewriting Your Money Story”

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 5 workshops and you will receive a special incentive (more details coming soon)!

*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.

Thank you to our programming partners for this event:

Are you ready to unlock the power of your story?

We all have a story to tell – our experiences, our challenges, our triumphs. But how often do we truly own that narrative, especially in a professional context? Your story is your unique differentiator, your personal brand, and your most compelling tool for connection and advancement.

Write your next chapter, powerfully and authentically in our October EmpowerHER workshop: HER Story: The art of writing to reveal your story!

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

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What:  We'll guide you to:

• Identify the pivotal moments and lessons that shape your unique narrative.

• Craft compelling written pieces that resonate and build your personal brand.

• Confidently share your journey in a way that inspires and connects.

*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.

We are excited to invite you to Week 2 of our five-part Financial Wellness Series: Finance without the Fright! 

This week, confront your debt and learn strategies for getting it under control; then prepare for our next budgeting workshop.

When: Every Saturday, Oct 4 - Nov 1

• In-person: 10am - 12pm

• Virtual: 10am - 11:30am

Where: *New Format* Alternating In-person & Virtual

What: A unique five-week hybrid program designed to provide you with the tools and support you need to tackle your finances head-on, in partnership with Black Barn Financial & YWCA Greater Austin.

• Week 1: Oct 4 (In-person) - Spooky Savings & Financial Fortunes

• Week 2: Oct 11 (Virtual) - Ghosting Your Doubts: A Hauntingly Good Plan

• Week 3: Oct 18 (In-person) - The Budgeting Beast: Taming Your Spending

• Week 4: Oct 25 (Virtual) - Conjuring Cash: Investing & Saving for Your Future

• Week 5: Nov 1 (In-Person) - Un-Haunt Your Past: Rewriting Your Money Story”

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 5 workshops and you will receive a special incentive (more details coming soon)!

*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.

Thank you to our programming partners for this event:

We are excited to invite you to Week 1 of our five-part Financial Wellness Series: Finance without the Fright! 

This week, dive into your personal money story and begin creating a solid financial plan with achievable goals.

When: Every Saturday, Oct 4 - Nov 1

• In-person: 10am - 12pm

• Virtual: 10am - 11:30am

Where: *New Format* Alternating In-person & Virtual

What: A unique five-week hybrid program designed to provide you with the tools and support you need to tackle your finances head-on, in partnership with Black Barn Financial & YWCA Greater Austin.

• Week 1: Oct 4 (In-person) - Spooky Savings & Financial Fortunes

• Week 2: Oct 11 (Virtual) - Ghosting Your Doubts: A Hauntingly Good Plan

• Week 3: Oct 18 (In-person) - The Budgeting Beast: Taming Your Spending

• Week 4: Oct 25 (Virtual) - Conjuring Cash: Investing & Saving for Your Future

• Week 5: Nov 1 (In-Person) - Un-Haunt Your Past: Rewriting Your Money Story”

Attendance at each workshop will enter you for a chance to win a $50 HEB gift card.
Attend all 5 workshops and you will receive a special incentive (more details coming soon)!

*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.

Thank you to our programming partners for this event: