Women's Career Clothing Closet
THE PURPOSE OF THE WOMEN'S CAREER CLOSET (WCC) IS TO PROVIDE CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY TO SECURE AND MAINTAIN EMPLOYMENT.
WCC, founded in response to community need in 1998, offers clothing,
shoes and accessories at NO COST to women who are working, seeking
employment or participating in a job training program leading to
employment. Customers are referred from regional employers, workforce
development agencies, vocational training programs and educational
institutions, as well as friends, family and co-workers. The WCC has
grown rapidly since it inception thanks to the generosity of the
community. In its first year, the Women's Closet served 88 women. In
2009, 1,288 women made visits to the closet. In 2001, the Hazel Ruby
McQuain Memorial Foundations funded renovations. This resulted in a
comfortable boutique style atmosphere with one-on-one customer and
staff interaction. The United Way of Monongalia and Preston Counties
has provided money for staffing and programmatic costs since 2003, and
The Morgantown Community Trust has supported this venture with grants
for the past 3 years. The Dominion Foundation, AmeriCorps VISTA, the
Suncrest Kiwansis Club and the Newcomers Club are other long-term
supporters.
- Resume preparation and application assistance
- Information and referral to vocational and educational programs
- Information and referral to other community resources
- Career related assistance and workshops
- Business suits, jackets, shirts and dresses
- Casual work attire, including black cotton slacks and khakis
- Scrubs
- Jeans
- Button, polo style and tee blouses and shirts
- Sweaters and jackets
- Shoes and boots
- Undergarments, socks, hose, and lingerie items
- Belts and jewelry
- Volunteers
- Monetary donations
- Scrubs (especially tops)
- Fashionable plus size suits, dresses, slacks, blouses, sweaters, and jackets
- New or gently worn bras in cup size D and up
- NEW panties (all sizes)
- Fashionable maternity clothing suitable for work (all sizes)
- Fashionable jewelry, purses, and belts
- Personal care items, such as: sanitary products, makeup, and grooming items
The WCC is a one-stop partner with WV Job Services.
In addition to clothing and accessories, the WCC offers other services to women in the regional labor force:
The WCC has apparel suitable for all area occupations:
There is no income or age requirements
WHILE WE ARE VERY APPRECIATIVE OF ALL OF OUR VOLUNTEERS, SUPPORTERS AND DONORS, THERE ARE SOME ITEMS WHERE CURRENTLY SUPPLY IS NOT MEETING DEMAND. THUS, THE WOMEN'S CAREER CLOSET WISH LIST:
As all women know, when you look good you feel good about yourself. Be a part of making this happen. Support the Women's Career Closet!!!!
Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday, 1st Saturday of each month unless it falls on a Holiday Weekend, then it's the 2nd Saturday of the month.
TO VOLUNTEER, MAKE A DONATION OR GAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CALL SHERRY AT 304-296-0221