Looking to refresh your wardrobe without breaking the bank? Join Brenda for this interactive workshop focused on smart, budget-friendly fashion choices.

You’ll learn how to shop your closet, spot high-quality staples, and find the best stores for your budget—so you can look great while spending wisely.

In this session, Kewana Pate, finance professional, will guide participants through key strategies for budgeting, saving, and planning for future financial goals.

Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking to sharpen your money skills, this workshop will equip you with the tools to make informed, confident financial decisions.

Are You Pouring From an Empty Cup?

In our constant drive to achieve, lead, and grow, it's easy to put our own well-being on the back burner. But what happens when that cup runs dry? Burnout, stress, and a feeling of disconnect.

Gorgeous, it's time to prioritize YOU. Your health, your energy, your mental peace – these are the foundations of all your success.

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with our August EmpowerHER workshop: HER Wholeness: The ultimate journey to wellness!

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

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What: In this session, you'll discover:

• How to build sustainable wellness habits that fit YOUR life.

• Strategies to nourish your mind, body, and spirit for peak performance.

• The secrets to creating a holistic well-being plan that truly lasts.

It's not selfish to put yourself first; it's essential. Let's make your well-being non-negotiable!

Ready to take your money game to the next level?

This DFSA x YWCA partnership is a unique opportunity for a hands-on, in-person follow-up to our virtual workshop, designed to give you practical experience and deeper insights.

Join us for this special session facilitated by the incredible experts at Black Barn Financial. They'll guide you through the next steps in your investing journey in an engaging and supportive environment.

When: Saturday, Aug 9th, 12pm - 1:30pm

Where: Dress for Success Austin, Programs Space

What: A hands-on, in-person session with Black Barn Financial to dive into investing and make your money work for you!

¡Nos complace invitarle a la Semana 4 de nuestra Serie de Bienestar Financiero de cuatro partes: Verano de Ahorros! 

Esta semana, explore la conexión entre el dinero y la salud mental, abordando la vergüenza y construyendo una relación positiva con sus finanzas.

Cuándo: Últimos 4 jueves de julio, 12pm - 1pm

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

Qué: Un mes de talleres de Bienestar Financiero para aprender los entresijos del ahorro este verano.

• Semana 1:10 de julio - "Combate el calor: Crea tu fondo de emergencia"

• Semana 2: 17 de julio - "El futuro es brillante: Preparándose para la jubilación"

• Semana 3: 24 de julio - "Sumérgete en dólares: Sus primeros pasos para invertir"

• Semana 4: 31 de julio - "Cielos despejados, mente despejada: Sanando tu historia de dinero"

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.

We are excited to invite you to Week 4 of our four-part Financial Wellness Series: Summer of Savings! 

This week, explore the connection between money and mental health, addressing shame and building a positive relationship with your finances.

When: Thursday, Jul 31st, 11am - 12pm

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops to learn the ins and outs of savings this summer.

• Week 1: Jul 10 - Beat the Heat: Building Your Emergency Fund

• Week 2: Jul 17 - Future's So Bright: Getting Retirement Ready

• Week 3: Jul 24 - Dive into Dollars: Your First Steps to Investing

• Week 4: Jul 31 - Clear Skies, Clear Mind: Healing Your Money Story

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.

¡Nos complace invitarle a la Semana 3 de nuestra Serie de Bienestar Financiero de cuatro partes: Verano de Ahorros! 

Esta semana, obtenga una introducción clara y fácil de entender al mundo de la inversión.

Cuándo: Últimos 4 jueves de julio, 12pm - 1pm

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

Qué: Un mes de talleres de Bienestar Financiero para aprender los entresijos del ahorro este verano.

• Semana 1:10 de julio - "Combate el calor: Crea tu fondo de emergencia"

• Semana 2: 17 de julio - "El futuro es brillante: Preparándose para la jubilación"

• Semana 3: 24 de julio - "Sumérgete en dólares: Sus primeros pasos para invertir"

• Semana 4: 31 de julio - "Cielos despejados, mente despejada: Sanando tu historia de dinero"

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.

We are excited to invite you to Week 3 of our four-part Financial Wellness Series: Summer of Savings! 

This week, get a clear, easy-to-understand introduction to the world of investing.

When: Thursday, Jul 24th, 11am - 12pm

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops to learn the ins and outs of savings this summer.

• Week 1: Jul 10 - Beat the Heat: Building Your Emergency Fund

• Week 2: Jul 17 - Future's So Bright: Getting Retirement Ready

• Week 3: Jul 24 - Dive into Dollars: Your First Steps to Investing

• Week 4: Jul 31 - Clear Skies, Clear Mind: Healing Your Money Story

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.

P2E Fall 2025 Cohort starts in August

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: Jul 18th, 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

2025 Application Periods:
Winter Cohort (Starts Feb): Jan 6th - Jan 17th
Spring Cohort (Starts Apr): Mar 3rd - Mar 21st
Summer Cohort (Starts Jun): May 1st - May 16th
Fall Cohort (Starts Aug): Jul 1st - Jul 18th

¡Nos complace invitarle a la Semana 2 de nuestra Serie de Bienestar Financiero de cuatro partes: Verano de Ahorros! 

Esta semana, descubra estrategias para ahorrar a largo plazo y planificar una jubilación cómoda.

Cuándo: Últimos 4 jueves de julio, 12pm - 1pm

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

Qué: Un mes de talleres de Bienestar Financiero para aprender los entresijos del ahorro este verano.

• Semana 1:10 de julio - "Combate el calor: Crea tu fondo de emergencia"

• Semana 2: 17 de julio - "El futuro es brillante: Preparándose para la jubilación"

• Semana 3: 24 de julio - "Sumérgete en dólares: Sus primeros pasos para invertir"

• Semana 4: 31 de julio - "Cielos despejados, mente despejada: Sanando tu historia de dinero"

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.

We are excited to invite you to Week 2 of our four-part Financial Wellness Series: Summer of Savings! 

This week, discover strategies for long-term savings and planning for a comfortable retirement.

When: Thursday, Jul 17th, 11am - 12pm

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops to learn the ins and outs of savings this summer.

• Week 1: Jul 10 - Beat the Heat: Building Your Emergency Fund

• Week 2: Jul 17 - Future's So Bright: Getting Retirement Ready

• Week 3: Jul 24 - Dive into Dollars: Your First Steps to Investing

• Week 4: Jul 31 - Clear Skies, Clear Mind: Healing Your Money Story

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.

Is "Joy" Missing from Your Work-Life Equation?

Raise your hand if your work-life balance sometimes feels more like a seesaw with you stuck on the low end! 🙋‍♀️ It's easy to get caught up in the hustle, leaving little room for the things that truly light us up.

But what if you could infuse more fun, fulfillment, and genuine joy into your everyday life, without sacrificing your career goals?

That's exactly what we're diving into with our July EmpowerHER workshop: JoyfulHER: Creating fun for work-life harmony!

When: Wednesday, Jul 16th, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What:  Get ready to discover how to:

• Find your personal "joy triggers" and integrate them effortlessly.

• Master strategies for better boundaries and time management, guilt-free.

• Cultivate a mindset that allows you to thrive in ALL areas of your life.

Your happy place is within reach, gorgeous. Let's find it together!

*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.

Looking to advance your education?

In partnership with TJ Maxx’s The Maxx You Project, Dress for Success has established the Maxx You Project Grants, a scholarship program designed to empower women personally and professionally. Through these grants, TJ Maxx and Dress for Success continue their mission to support women to be their “Maxx” selves – their true selves – to confidently express who you are in your career and beyond.

Who can apply?

• You are pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in the United States.

• You are a college sophomore, junior, senior or graduate level student.

• You must be enrolled and actively learning in Fall 2025. 

• We welcome applicants who identify as women.

• Preference given to applicants active with Dress for Success.

This opportunity is posted to the Dress for Success Worldwide online community. If you are not already a member, click here to register for free.

¡Nos complace invitarle a la Semana 1 de nuestra Serie de Bienestar Financiero de cuatro partes: Verano de Ahorros! 

Esta semana, aprenda a gestionar el dinero en el día a día y a crear una sólida red de seguridad financiera.

Cuándo: Últimos 4 jueves de julio, 12pm - 1pm

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

Qué: Un mes de talleres de Bienestar Financiero para aprender los entresijos del ahorro este verano.

• Semana 1:10 de julio - "Combate el calor: Crea tu fondo de emergencia"

• Semana 2: 17 de julio - "El futuro es brillante: Preparándose para la jubilación"

• Semana 3: 24 de julio - "Sumérgete en dólares: Sus primeros pasos para invertir"

• Semana 4: 31 de julio - "Cielos despejados, mente despejada: Sanando tu historia de dinero"

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.

We are excited to invite you to Week 1 of our four-part Financial Wellness Series: Summer of Savings! 

This week, learn essential day-to-day money management and how to create a strong financial safety net.

When: Thursday, Jul 10th, 11am - 12pm

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What: A month of Financial Wellness workshops to learn the ins and outs of savings this summer.

• Week 1: Jul 10 - Beat the Heat: Building Your Emergency Fund

• Week 2: Jul 17 - Future's So Bright: Getting Retirement Ready

• Week 3: Jul 24 - Dive into Dollars: Your First Steps to Investing

• Week 4: Jul 31 - Clear Skies, Clear Mind: Healing Your Money Story

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.

P2E Fall 2025 Cohort starts in June

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: July 18th, 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

2025 Application Periods:
Winter Cohort (Starts Feb): Jan 6th - Jan 17th
Spring Cohort (Starts Apr): Mar 3rd - Mar 21st
Summer Cohort (Starts Jun): May 1st - May 16th
Fall Cohort (Starts Aug): Jul 1st - Jul 18th

It's time to stop hiding and start shining! Let's talk safety – but not in the way you might expect! This June, during National Safety Month, we're focusing on something just as important: your safety in authenticity.

Do you ever feel like you have to wear a "mask" at work to fit in or be accepted? Do you struggle with saying "no" and setting healthy boundaries, leaving you feeling drained and unsafe in your own space?

If you answered "no" or even "maybe" to any of these, then our EmpowerHER workshop, HERauthentic Self: Safe Space, Strong Brand, is exactly what you need!

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

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What:  Explore how to

• Build a powerful personal brand that reflects your authentic self.

• Create safe spaces by learning the art of saying "no" and setting boundaries in your life.

• Embrace authenticity to thrive both personally and professionally.

*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.

Discover how to tap into your unique talents, conquer fear, and pursue new opportunities with confidence. This inspiring session with Dammy Oshodi will encourage you to own your journey and express your authenticity, both professionally and personally.

Key Takeaways:

1. Embrace Your Identity: Gain clarity on who you are, providing a strong foundation for your personal growth and talent development. 

2. Live Intentionally: Acquire practical tools to make conscious choices that align with your goals, empowering you to take meaningful steps in nurturing your unique gifts. 

3. Overcome Fear and Embrace Growth: Find the motivation to confront your fears and seize new opportunities, enabling your authentic gifts to shine brightly in all aspects of your life.

This event is hosted by the Dress for Success Worldwide online community. If you are not already a member, click here to register for free.

Let's be real – life throws curveballs. Whether you're navigating a tough job search, dealing with workplace challenges, or just feeling overwhelmed by it all, it's easy to get knocked down.

Bu it's not about avoiding the falls, it's about how you rise! Join us for “UnbreakableHER: Resilience Reboot” to work on building resilience, overcoming setbacks, and developing a growth mindset so you can truly thrive.

When: Wednesday, May 21st, 1pm - 2pm

Where: Virtual / Zoom

What:  Discuss how to

• Bounce back stronger and thrive! No matter what life throws your way.

• Develop that unbreakable resilience we all need to navigate demanding environments.

• Learn how to manage stress and turn those setbacks into major comebacks.

*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.

Discover how to create a timeless, confidence-boosting wardrobe—starting with pieces you already own. Brenda Gonzalez will share how to balance staples and statement pieces, define your “core 10” essentials, and align your style with your personality and goals.

As professionals and entrepreneurs, we often prioritize others, but what we wear should speak to who we are and where we're headed. This workshop emphasizes creating a timeless, confidence-boosting wardrobe by focusing on quality over quantity, understanding the difference between staple and statement pieces, and shopping your own closet. By the end, you'll have the tools to curate a style that saves time, reduces decision fatigue, and helps you feel your best every day. 

This event is hosted by the Dress for Success Worldwide online community. If you are not already a member, click here to register for free.

P2E Spring 2025 Cohort starts in June

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.

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

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: May 16th, 2025

2025 Application Periods:
Winter Cohort (Starts Feb): Jan 6th - Jan 17th
Spring Cohort (Starts Apr): Mar 3rd - Mar 21st
Summer Cohort (Starts Jun): May 1st - May 16th
Fall Cohort (Starts Aug): Jul 1st - Jul 18th

Take the first step toward creating your future! This interactive session will help you design a virtual vision board inspired by your story, your dreams, and your legacy. It's the perfect way to kickstart your career planning with heart and intention.

This workshop is a part of DFS’s partnership with The Links, Incorporated. Chapter members are life coaches and senior executives who bring their expertise to this creative session focused on aspiration and action.

This event is hosted by the Dress for Success Worldwide online community. If you are not already a member, click here to register for free.