Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Employment Preparation & Procurement, Human Services, Job Training, Personal Social Services

Mission: Founded in 1992, suited for change (sfc) provides professional clothing and ongoing career and life skills education to low-income women to increase their employment and job retention potential and to contribute to their economic independence. Sfc's services are available at no charge and by referral only to low-income women who have completed job readiness programs and are seeking employment

Target demographics: Needy women looking to enter the workforce by providing professional outfits and mentoring.

Direct beneficiaries per year: 1600 clients

Geographic areas served: Washington DC Metro area, Northern VA, Suburban MD

Programs: Suiting - SFC provides interview-appropriate attire to disadvantaged, low-income and at-risk women. Most clothing is donated by individuals and organizations throughout the washington dc metropolitan area. Services are provided by trained voluneers in a respectful and supportive environment.

pathways to employment - sfc provides a community job readiness education program, suited for success, throughout the washington dc, metropolitan area that focuses on soft skills, self advocacy and life skills.

incubator project -SFC provides business advice and mentoring for emerging female entrepreneurs.