Assists with a wide range of employment support services for youth ages 18-24, including resume building, cover letter writing, guided job search, life skills, mock interviews, completing applications, supplies, clothing, and employment-related fuel assistance/monthly bus passes.
Assists with a wide range of employment support services for youth ages 18-24, including resume building, cover letter writing, guided job search, life skills, mock interviews, completing applications, supplies, clothing, and employment-related fuel assistance/monthly bus passes.
Employment offered by King County Veterans Program in Seattle
Offers job placement, counseling, referrals and job preparation support for veterans.
Assists with career development, resume assistance, job search, job placement and retention services.
Social service professionals help clients access community employment services when appropriate.
Employment-related financial services may also be available, such as helping to obtain the following:
- ID
- Tools
- Clothing
- Bus tickets (to interview and to job after hire)
- Haircut
Women United Career Closet offered by United Way of Lewis County
Partnership between Women United, Visiting Nurses Foundation, and more community partners. Allows participants to select up to five items of professional business attire for a job interview or first few weeks of work. See details on how to get a voucher for the closet.
A partnership between Women United, Visiting Nurses Foundation, the Career Closet and several community partners that allows participants to select up to five items of professional business attire, in preparation for a job interview or first few weeks of work. In addition, the community partners also provide tools and resources to help with employment.
Vouchers are issued by community partners and can be redeemed at both Visiting Nurses Thrift Store locations:
- Chehalis Visiting Nurses 435 NW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis. Hours are: M-Sa, 9am-6pm; Su, 11am-5pm
- Centralia Visiting Nurses 222 S Pearl St., Centralia. M-Sa, 9am-6pm; Su, 11am-5pm
Women working to lift themselves out of poverty often struggle over a variety of hurdles. Even something as simple as a job interview can be difficult if one lacks the appropriate attire to make a positive first impression. The Career Closet eliminates this hurdle, empowering women to attain financial independence in a new career by providing work-appropriate attire and resources.
Working Wardrobe offered by Suburban King County YWCA's Family Village in Redmond
Offers used office-appropriate job interview clothing for adult job seekers. Referral required.
Provides access to reusable clothing items for adult job seekers. Assists low-income adults with quality, reusable clothing and accessories appropriate for office work, interviews, and other self-sufficiency activities. The inventory changes often and can be limited in quantity, style, and size.
Feminine and masculine clothing items are available. Clothing is not to be exchanged or returned.
Humanix Career Clothing Bank offered at Partners INW
Provides professional career clothing for those who have an upcoming interview, internship, externship, volunteer position, class presentation, networking event or any other appointment that may require a well-put-together appearance. Donations accepted.
Free clothing and small household items for low income Spokane Valley families.
Provides help with removing financial barriers for young adults ages 13-21 in state-recognized apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs who have experienced foster care or homelessness.
Covers occupational-specific costs and provides case management to help support apprentices and pre-apprentices with their long-term goals.
Assistance includes:
- Hygiene
- Prepaid Phone
- Phone Bill
- Electricity Bill
- Bus Pass
- Gas Cards
- Professional Clothing
- Work Clothing
- Work Tools
- Licensing Fees
- Emergency Services (Rent, Utilities, Car Repairs, etc. )
- Union Dues and/or Initiation Fees
- Apprenticeship Books and Tuition
Thrift Store offered at Evergreen Goodwill's Retail Store in Port Orchard
Operates retail thrift stores selling donated clothing, furniture and household goods, as well as some new goods at low prices.
Quality new and gently used items are available at low cost to the general community. This includes furniture, clothing, household goods, toys, books and other items.
Meals, Food Pantry & Clothing Room offered at New Day Ministry
Offers free hot dinners to those in need, essential assistance, pantry items, and clothing. Also offers community service hours for military, high school students, and those who need to complete them for court requirements.
Offers free hot dinners to those in need, essential assistance, pantry items, and clothing. Also offers community service hours for military, high school students, and those who need to complete them for court requirements.
Financial Assistance offered at MANNA - Ministry Assisting Neighbors In Need With Agape
Provides assistance (up to $75 per year) for utilities, any sort of heating, some medical prescriptions, employer directed work clothes, and transit passes in the Port Angeles area. Call to schedule an appointment.
Provides assistance for drug and alcohol evaluations, utilities, drivers test expenses, any sort of heating, some medical prescriptions, employer directed work clothes, and transit passes in the Port Angeles area. Does not provide assistance with rent or telephones. Assistance is limited to $75 in a twelve month period. You must call to schedule an appointment for an eligibility interview.
Operates a store where all items sold have been donated by generous members of the North Central Washington community, including both private and business donations. Provides clothing vouchers for those that are enrolled in an employment program or in school.
Operates a store where all items sold have been donated by generous members of the North Central Washington community, including both private and business donations. Also provides beneficial hands-on job training to residents, giving them the necessary skills, experience, and education they need to go on to other employment opportunities. Makes quality clothing available for individuals that are working towards self-sufficiency, including a new job, interview, or are new to the professional work force. This service is free to participants in local employment preparation programs and students in high school and secondary schools.
Employment offered by King County Veterans Program in Tukwila
Offers job placement, counseling, referrals and job preparation support for veterans.
Assists with career development, resume assistance, job search, job placement and retention services.
Social service professionals help clients access community employment services when appropriate.
Employment-related financial services may also be available, such as helping to obtain the following:
- ID
- Tools
- Clothing
- Bus tickets (to interview and to job after hire)
- Haircut
Career Coaching, Financial Education, Digital Literacy and Job Search Program offered by Dress For Success Seattle
Provides interview-appropriate clothing for low-income women actively looking for work. Support services for job search and job retention also offered. Serves anyone identifying as female.
Provides clients with access to a career center and mentors in support of job searching or career transitions. Offers personalized appointments to outfit under- or un-employed women and nonbinary people with interview-appropriate clothing. Clients who secure a job are invited to join the professional group, a job retention program with monthly meetings, coaches, expert speakers, and professional networking with peers.
Provides professional, interview-appropriate clothing for low-income women seeking gainful employment. Appointment Only. Call Friday, 9am-noon.
Provides professional, interview-appropriate, and casual women’s clothing for low-income individuals seeking employment, making court appearances, or caring for family members. With the support of a personal shopper during 90-minute appointments, clients select outfits suitable to meet their needs, free of charge. Clients may visit the closet once a year and are encouraged to return for additional clothing annually. Free childcare available upon request.
Thrift Store offered at Evergreen Goodwill's Retail Store in Silverdale
Operates retail thrift stores selling donated clothing, furniture and household goods, as well as some new goods at low prices.
Quality new and gently used items are available at low cost to the general community. This includes furniture, clothing, household goods, toys, books and other items.
Career Bridge offered at Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle
Provides assistance with job readiness, job search, work training and labor market information through workshops, computer resources and case management.
Offers a 5-week program providing assistance with job readiness, job search, work training and labor market information through workshops, computer resources and case management. Program participants may also get assistance with obtaining work-appropriate clothing.
Workshops and case management offer the following services to all students enrolled:
- Mentorship Life Skills & Training
- Earn Certifications (Industrial First Aid/CPR, Flaggers, Food Handler Permit)
- Financial Empowerment
- Resume & Cover Letter Assistance
- Job Connections
- Wrap-Around Services
Job announcements provided are current postings from private industry, city, county and state employers.
Food Bank and Clothing Closet offered at Silverdale Community Church
Accepts and distributes donations for food and clothing. Food consists of non-perishable items and the clothing bank has mens, womens, youth, baby, and professional clothing.
We offer prepacked boxes or a bag consisting of non-perishable items and occasionally breads, meats and produce from local grocery stores and the Food Lifeline program.
Food and Clothing Donations are accepted during this time. Or you can call to arrange a drop off with the office.
Support Services for Homeless & Unaccompanied Youth & Young Adults offered by Okanogan Community Action Council
Works to reduce and prevent homelessness for youth and young adults through five priority service areas.
OCCAC is leading the effort to reduce and prevent homelessness for youth and young adults through five priority service areas:
- Stable Housing: Provides immediate access to low-barrier shelter, rental assistance, eviction prevention, rental deposit, motel vouchers, etc. to create a sustainable solution and avert cycles of recurring homelessness.
- Family Reconciliation: Diverting youth from the homeless system back to family and natural supports whenever possible.
- Permanent Connections: Includes engaging youth in family, school, and community connection activities.
- Education & Employment Support: Supports education and employment goals by covering education and employment related costs. Expenses associated with enrolling and attending school may include GED tests, school IDs, school supplies, college applications, or placement test fees. Expenses associated with obtaining or maintaining employment may include interview clothing, work uniforms/shoes, licensing or certification costs, state ID, haircuts, or other costs that contribute to employment.
- Support for Improved Social & Emotional Well-being: Crisis services, such as referrals and connections to health and behavioral health care services, engaging youth in community and familial activities, and encouraging connections to cultural, community, and trust-worthy adults.
- May also provide items necessary to help an emergent need, such as: food, water, clothing, hygiene products, first aid, baby formula, diapers, medical prescriptions, winter gear, tents, sleeping bags, etc.
All services are subject to approval per program guidelines.
Thrift Store offered at Evergreen Goodwill's Retail Store in Bremerton
Operates retail thrift stores selling donated clothing, furniture and household goods, as well as some new goods at low prices.
Quality new and gently used items are available at low cost to the general community. This includes furniture, clothing, household goods, toys, books and other items.
Y's Buys Thrift Store Boutique offered at YWCA of Bellingham
Operates a women's clothing, shoes, and accessories thrift store. Also offers clothing vouchers, including back-to-work vouchers to women in need.
A secondhand store offering women's clothing, shoes, and accessories. Proceeds will benefit YWCA Bellingham's housing programs, which offer safe shelter and support to over 40 women in need in our community.
Food and Emergency Financial Support offered at FISH of Cowlitz County
Assists people with many temporary emergency needs (e.g. food baskets, financial support for utility bills, work clothing and glasses).
Works with 18 churches to distribute food each weekday and assists financially with several emergency needs including medical, dental, and prescription bills, utility bills, propane and firewood needed for heating and cooking, work clothing, immunizations, and glasses (no contact lenses assistance available). All financial assistance is provided to the vendor on behalf of the client.
Employment Support Services offered at Dress for Success Oregon
Provides work clothing and employment support services.
Provides work clothing and employment support services.
Work-Ready Clothing: Interview and work-ready clothing to help individuals transition into the workforce. Clients receive five pieces of work-ready clothing plus shoes, a coat, and accessories when they have a job interview, and five additional pieces of clothing when they get a job.
Job Preparation: Provides free job preparation classes for job seekers called Fast Track. Classes are currently online only. The regular cycle of four classes repeats monthly January-November. Additional services are available once Fast Track is completed.
Employment Retention: The Professional Women's Group (PWG) is a free ongoing group providing the opportunity for individuals to virtually meet with working women. Includes presentations and workshops to support life and career. The PWG meets regularly for programming with speakers from the community. Examples of program themes include financial education and planning, career development, the written and unwritten rules of the workplace, health and wellness, communication, and leadership skills.