Frequently Asked Questions
What are affiliates? How do they operate?
Each Dress for Success affiliate location is a member of Dress for Success Worldwide and is an independent non-profit organization with its own policies, staff and board of directors. The Worldwide office licenses the Dress for Success name to affiliates, all of whom fulfill the overall mission of helping women journey towards self-sufficiency. Affiliates provide services to their communities based on local needs, cultural traditions and resources.
What is Dress for Success Worldwide?
Located in New York City, Dress for Success Worldwide was established to oversee and provide support to our affiliates around the globe. The Worldwide office also focuses on strengthening and promoting the Dress for Success brand internationally and developing relationships with corporate, media and other sponsors. Click here for more information or email worldwide@dressforsuccess.org.
How can I make a clothing donation?
Donations are accepted at our head office on Monday evenings from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. except for statutory holidays. Please ensure items are freshly cleaned and suitable for wearing to job interviews.
3025-13th Avenue, Regina
(Cameron Street Entrance)
How can I make a financial gift to Dress for Success?
Please see our Donate Money page on the website (insert link). If you wish to donate to the Worldwide organization, you can mail monetary contributions to Dress for Success Worldwide at 32 East 31st Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10016. Please make all cheques payable to Dress for Success Worldwide.
Are clothing and financial donations tax deductible?
Dress for Success Regina is a registered charity with Revenue Canada so a donation receipt will be issued for a financial donation. Donation receipts are not issued for used clothing donations. Businesses wishing to donate new clothing should contact our office for information about our receipt policy.
What type of clothing and products does Dress for Success accept?
To ensure that an article of clothing or suit is appropriate for our clients, ask yourself if you would feel comfortable wearing it on an interview. If the answer is yes, then we would accept it.
How can I become a volunteer? What volunteer opportunities are available in my community?
Dress for Success is a volunteer-driven organization. Simply put, the individuals who donate their time and talent to us make it possible for us to fulfill our mission.
My company would like to donate new merchandise to Dress for Success. Whom do I contact?
Please contact our office a 306-543-7377 or regina@dressforsuccess.org.
How can I organize a suit drive?
Please contact our office a 306-543-7377 or regina@dressforsuccess.org.