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WAL-MART DESIGNS SUITS FOR NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
New York, NY—
Wal-Mart recently made a donation of
more than 2,000 career suits and 4,000 knit tops to Dress
for Success,
the international non-profit organization that promotes the
economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing
professional attire, a network of support and the career
development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
Wal-Mart, in conjunction with its George label, designed and
manufactured the career pieces specifically created for
Dress for Success clients, all of whom are preparing for
interviews and for employment. The lining of the suit
jacket displays the inspirational phrase "Yes you can,"
giving the organization's clients an extra confidence boost
and the motivation they need to land the job.
Thanks to the generosity of Wal-Mart, ten New York, New
Jersey and Philadelphia-based affiliate locations will
receive a donation of suits and accompanying knit tops to
outfit their clients.
Dress for Success CEO Joi Gordon commented, "In these
difficult economic times, the support of a corporation such
as Wal-Mart becomes vital to our organization's ability to
carry out its mission. This incredible donation will
provide a source of hope for thousands of deserving women who will proudly wear the Wal-Mart suit and top on their
interviews and as they begin their journeys toward
self-sufficiency and success."
About Dress for Success
Dress for Success is an international not-for-profit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support, and the career development tools to help
women thrive in work and in life. Since starting operations in 1997, Dress for Success has expanded to more than
90 cities in the U.S., Canada, Jamaica, Mexico, the
Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland and the UK. To date, Dress for Success has helped more than
500,000 women work towards self-sufficiency. Visit www.dressforsuccess.org to learn more.
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