'Tis the season to celebrate, connect, and spread some holiday cheer!
Ready to have some holiday fun? We invite you to our PWG Holiday Party!  This is the perfect opportunity to unwind, celebrate the season, and make new connections.

• Festive Feast: Indulge in delicious holiday treats from around the world!

• Fun & Games: Enjoy festive games and activities that will get you in the holiday spirit.

• Creative Crafts: Unleash your inner artist with a fun holiday craft.

• Amazing Prizes: We'll have amazing surprises and giveaways throughout the evening.

• Ugly Sweater Contest: Don your most outrageous holiday sweater for a chance to win a fabulous prize! (The uglier, the better!)

• Wonderful Company: Connect with amazing women from DFSA PWG community.

  RSVP HERE by December 6th to attend!

* This event is reserved for current PWG members.

What better way to shop for the holiday season then to shop sustainably AND empower women?!

Join us at Dress for Success Austin on Friday, December 6 (3pm-7pm) and Saturday, December 7 (10am-2pm) for an exciting shopping event and treasure hunt with the best curated finds at a great price with 100% of your purchase funding our six workforce development programs.

Whether you are shopping for yourself, a holiday party, a gift for friends and family or just wanting a festively fun time — we can’t wait to see you!

RSVP HERE

What better way to shop for the holiday season then to shop sustainably AND empower women?!

Join us at Dress for Success Austin on Friday, December 6 (3pm-7pm) and Saturday, December 7 (10am-2pm) for an exciting shopping event and treasure hunt with the best curated finds at a great price with 100% of your purchase funding our six workforce development programs.

Whether you are shopping for yourself, a holiday party, a gift for friends and family or just wanting a festively fun time — we can’t wait to see you!

RSVP HERE

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese, tour our space, hear from clients and volunteers, mingle with our team and fellow supporters, and learn more about how you can support Austin women.

This event, hosted by DFSA's networking and giving group, Circle of Impact, is free and open to the public, so please feel free to bring a friend or colleague. We ask that guests RSVP to give us an accurate headcount.

RSVP HERE

See you there, Team DFSA

Are you a new volunteer at DFSA? To ensure the best volunteer experience, we ask that you attend one of our New Volunteer Orientations to answer any questions you might have, take a tour of the DFSA office, and get a full run through of volunteer opportunities available to you.

Please, register here to become a volunteer and then you will receive a link to sign up for our volunteer orientation.

We are excited to meet you!

** This month’s Community Connect has been canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. **

Learn more about Dress for Success Austin, connect with other community organizations, and share about the services your organization offers. Plus, enjoy coffee and donuts on us!

Feel free to share this event with other community organizations that may be interested!

Schedule:

• 9:00am - 9:15am: Check-in & coffee+donuts

• 9:15am - 9:30am: Introductions & DFSA Tour

• 9:30am - 10:00am: Mingle!

Donate your professional clothing at DFSA HQ!

DFSA will now collect all clothing donations on the third Friday of every month with the exception of December and January. Please bring your 20 best clothing items and remember we always accept handbags, shoes, jewelry, and unopened toiletries or cosmetics! All clothing must be professional and in new or like-new condition on hangers. For more information on items we accept, visit here.

Thank you for your generosity, we can’t wait to see you!

PLEASE RESERVE ONE DONATION WINDOW TODAY HERE.

Learn more about Dress for Success Austin, connect with other community organizations, and share about the services your organization offers. Plus, enjoy coffee and donuts on us!

Feel free to share this event with other community organizations that may be interested!

Schedule:

• 9:00am - 9:15am: Check-in & coffee+donuts

• 9:15am - 9:30am: Introductions & DFSA Tour

• 9:30am - 10:00am: Mingle!

We are excited to invite you to our October In-Person PWG meeting! 

In honor of Small Business month, connect with EGBI and SCORE on what it takes to start your own business. Then, hear from our Success Starter Program founders as they take the stage to pitch their new business ideas! Join us to cheer, support, and encourage their future with your vote!

When:
Tuesday, October 29th, 2024
5:45pm - 7:30pm

Where: 
Dress for Success Austin
3000 S. I-35 Frontage Road, Suite 180

What:
5:45PM: Arrive / Check-in / Dinner
6:00pm - 7:30pm: Success Starter Program Pitch Competition
After 7:30pm: Raffle prizes

Be sure to invite a friend or coworker to receive a voucher for 4 accessory items from our boutique!

What is the Professional Women's Group (PWG)?

A small group of employed women who come together regularly to support each other by sharing experiences, giving & receiving advice, and celebrating each others wins.

*Please note that these meetings are reserved for women who are currently employed.

For any question or concerns about this event please reach out to our interim Program Manager, Julia Hathaway 

DFSA is joining Mantra Yoga Collective’s The Retreat for a special collaborative community event on Thursday, October 24 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at The Retreat studio located at 3300 W. Anderson Ln., Suite 300, Austin, TX 78757. 

Celebrate International Day of Climate Action with us and enjoy a ‘Clear Your Closet, Clear Your Energy’ panel discussion that highlights ways to contribute to the sustainability movement through a fashion lens featuring DFSA Executive Director Mia Johns and Sara Stewart Stevens, Academic Program Director and Assistant Professor of Practice for the Division of Textiles and Apparel at the University of Texas at Austin.  

The event will also include food, Bogle Family Vineyards wine, card readings, Reiki sessions from energy healer Tiffany Fede, and a donation-based Yin Yoga class at 7:15pm with Kaitlyn Campbell.

Donate your professional clothing at DFSA HQ!

DFSA will now collect all clothing donations on the third Friday of every month with the exception of December and January. Please bring your 20 best clothing items and remember we always accept handbags, shoes, jewelry, and unopened toiletries or cosmetics! All clothing must be professional and in new or like-new condition on hangers. For more information on items we accept, visit here.

Thank you for your generosity, we can’t wait to see you!

This year, get red carpet ready for some fun and philanthropy at the Little Black Dress Soirée including a live auction, silent auction, cocktails, seated dinner, special Impact Program, and live music from local musician Tameca Jones. Your ticket supports Austin women! Buy tickets here!

If interested in sponsorship opportunities, contact Laurie Annear or click here. To see the impact of our sponsors, click here.

Are you a new volunteer at DFSA? To ensure the best volunteer experience, we ask that you attend one of our New Volunteer Orientations to answer any questions you might have, take a tour of the DFSA office, and get a full run through of volunteer opportunities available to you.

Please, register here to become a volunteer and then you will receive a link to sign up for our volunteer orientation.

We are excited to meet you!

Learn more about Dress for Success Austin, connect with other community organizations, and share about the services your organization offers. Plus, enjoy coffee and donuts on us!

Feel free to share this event with other community organizations that may be interested!

Schedule:

• 9:00am - 9:15am: Check-in & coffee+donuts

• 9:15am - 9:30am: Introductions & DFSA Tour

• 9:30am - 10:00am: Mingle!

We are excited to invite you to our September In-Person PWG meeting! 

This month, join us for "Charting Your Path Forward: Navigating Career Growth and Building a Sustainable Future," sponsored by JP Morgan Chase. This in-person PWG event is designed to equip you with the tools to proactively shape your career path, cultivate essential leadership skills, and ensure a fulfilling professional journey.

When:
Tuesday, September 24th, 2024
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Where: 
Dress for Success Austin
3000 S. I-35 Frontage Road, Suite 180

What:
6:00PM: Arrive / Check-in
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Announcements & Networking
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Workshop sponsored by JP Morgan Chase
After 7:30pm: Raffle prizes

Be sure to invite a friend or coworker to receive a voucher for 4 accessory items from our boutique!

Donate your professional clothing at DFSA HQ!

As of February 1, 2024, DFSA will collect all clothing donations once per month with the exception of December. Please bring your 20 best clothing items and remember we always accept handbags, shoes, jewelry, and unopened toiletries or cosmetics! All clothing must be professional and in new or like-new condition. For more information on items we accept, visit here.

Thank you for your generosity, we can’t wait to see you!

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese, tour our space, hear from clients and volunteers, mingle with our team and fellow supporters, and learn more about how you can support Austin women.

This event, hosted by DFSA's networking and giving group, Circle of Impact, is free and open to the public, so please feel free to bring a friend or colleague. We ask that guests RSVP to give us an accurate headcount.

RSVP HERE

See you there, Team DFSA

Are you a new volunteer at DFSA? To ensure the best volunteer experience, we ask that you attend one of our New Volunteer Orientations to answer any questions you might have, take a tour of the DFSA office, and get a full run through of volunteer opportunities available to you.

But wait, before you do, please follow these steps to register as a volunteer:

1. Register here.

2. Watch our Training Videos

3. Complete this Quiz

4. Review the Google Classroom on Volunteer Hub

5. Receive a followup email on how to signup for an in-person Volunteer Orientation or click here.

We are excited to meet you!

Learn more about Dress for Success Austin, connect with other community organizations, and share about the services your organization offers. Plus, enjoy coffee and donuts on us!

Feel free to share this event with other community organizations that may be interested!

Schedule:

• 9:00am - 9:15am: Check-in & coffee+donuts

• 9:15am - 9:30am: Introductions & DFSA Tour

• 9:30am - 10:00am: Mingle!

Donate your professional clothing at DFSA HQ!

As of February 1, 2024, DFSA will collect all clothing donations once per month with the exception of December. Please bring your 20 best clothing items and remember we always accept handbags, shoes, jewelry, and unopened toiletries or cosmetics! All clothing must be professional and in new or like-new condition. For more information on items we accept, visit here.

Thank you for your generosity, we can’t wait to see you!

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese, tour our space, hear from clients and volunteers, mingle with our team and fellow supporters, and learn more about how you can support Austin women.

This event, hosted by DFSA's networking and giving group, Circle of Impact, is free and open to the public, so please feel free to bring a friend or colleague. We ask that guests RSVP to give us an accurate headcount.

PLUS, this is an exciting occasion because we are hosting our official meet and greet of the DFSA Team now that we’ve grown these last few months to nine team members… our biggest team yet!

RSVP HERE

See you there, Team DFSA

Are you a new volunteer at DFSA? To ensure the best volunteer experience, we ask that you attend one of our New Volunteer Orientations to answer any questions you might have, take a tour of the DFSA office, and get a full run through of volunteer opportunities available to you.

But wait, before you do, please follow these steps to register as a volunteer:

1. Register here.

2. Watch our Training Videos

3. Complete this Quiz

4. Review the Google Classroom on Volunteer Hub

5. Receive a followup email on how to signup for an in-person Volunteer Orientation or click here.

We are excited to meet you!

Learn more about Dress for Success Austin, connect with other community organizations, and share about the services your organization offers. Plus, enjoy coffee and donuts on us!

Feel free to share this event with other community organizations that may be interested!

Schedule:

• 9:00am - 9:15am: Check-in & coffee+donuts

• 9:15am - 9:30am: Introductions & DFSA Tour

• 9:30am - 10:00am: Mingle!

Donate your professional clothing at DFSA HQ!

As of February 1, 2024, DFSA will collect all clothing donations once per month with the exception of May and December. We will continue to accept Uber/gas gift cards as well as unopened cosmetics/toiletries, Chromebooks and other high-priority items like shoes, handbags and jewelry on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

All clothing must be professional and in new or like-new condition. For more information on items we accept, visit here.

Thank you for your generosity, we can’t wait to see you!

Learn more about Dress for Success Austin, connect with other community organizations, and share about the services your organization offers. Plus, enjoy coffee and donuts on us!

Feel free to share this event with other community organizations that may be interested!

Schedule:

• 9:00am - 9:15am: Check-in & coffee+donuts

• 9:15am - 9:30am: Introductions & DFSA Tour

• 9:30am - 10:00am: Mingle!

Donate your professional clothing at DFSA HQ!

As of February 1, 2024, DFSA will collect all clothing donations once per month with the exception of May and December. We will continue to accept Uber/gas gift cards as well as unopened cosmetics/toiletries, Chromebooks and other high-priority items like shoes, handbags and jewelry on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

All clothing must be professional and in new or like-new condition. For more information on items we accept, visit here.

Thank you for your generosity, we can’t wait to see you!

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese, tour our space, hear from clients and volunteers, mingle with our team and fellow supporters, and learn more about how you can support Austin women.

This event, hosted by DFSA's networking and giving group, Circle of Impact, is free and open to the public, so please feel free to bring a friend or colleague. We ask that guests RSVP to give us an accurate headcount.

RSVP HERE

See you there, Team DFSA

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese, tour our space, hear from clients and volunteers, mingle with our team and fellow supporters, and learn more about how you can support Austin women.

This event, hosted by DFSA's networking and giving group, Circle of Impact, is free and open to the public, so please feel free to bring a friend or colleague. We ask that guests RSVP to give us an accurate headcount.

RSVP HERE

See you there, Team DFSA

Shop our Dress for Success Austin boutique and experience that feel good vibe where 100% of your purchase goes to empowering women! Find hidden treasures, including a curated selection of Impact Vintage pieces, at a discount while supporting our six workforce development programs. 

Saturday, April 27 from 10am to 2pm: Free admission to shop our sale and support Central Texas women.

GET YOUR FREE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET HERE

Shop our Dress for Success Austin boutique and experience that feel good vibe where 100% of your purchase goes to empowering women! Find hidden treasures, including a curated selection of Impact Vintage pieces, at a discount while supporting our six workforce development programs. 

Friday, April 26 from 5pm to 7pm: Bring your besties for wine, cheese and exclusive access to designer brands before we open to the public! Plus, a special gift will be given to the first 20 ticket buyers! Tickets are $25 per person.

PURCHASE YOUR $25 VIP TICKET HERE