Ready to Make a Real Difference, Right Here in the Bay Area?
At Dress for Success San Francisco we see every act of generosity as a door opening—sometimes literally.
If you’ve been looking for a way to make a real difference close to home, this is it. Every action you take helps a woman move from hopelessness to paycheck through access to career clothing, coaching, core skills, and a community that believes in her potential.
When One Ride Changes Everything
Sometimes, the difference starts small.
For Virginia, a free Uber ride to her Career Wardrobe and coaching appointment changed the trajectory of her journey.
“I didn’t have a reliable car, and transportation was one of the biggest barriers,” Virginia shared.
Having Uber cover the ride lifted a huge weight. It allowed me to get to my appointment on time, stress-free, and feeling cared for.
That one ride might seem small, but it made a big difference in helping me show up fully, ready to take the next step in my journey.”
That single act of support meant Virginia could attend her appointment, meet with a personal stylist and career coach, and leave with renewed confidence and next steps.
Your Impact in Action
Every donation, no matter the size, has ripple effects. A gift today can:
Fund a round-trip ride to a workshop or interview
Provide access to one-on-one Career Coaching
Support women as they rebuild their confidence and careers
Each gesture creates real, measurable change for the women we serve and the families who depend on them.
A Message from our Executive Director, Erin Badillo
During a recent community panel our Executive Director Erin Badillo shared why your part matters:
"Finding a place that you can actually make a difference is a way to have optimism. Find a place where you can do a little that will go a long way."
You can watch the video below.
Ways to Get Involved
If giving isn’t the only way you’d like to help, there are many ways to open doors:
Volunteer as a career coach
Introduce us to your company
Share our mission with your network
Every connection helps create new opportunities for women to thrive.
Thank You for Opening Doors
Thank you for being part of a community that shows up when it matters most because at Dress for Success, no act is too small to make an impact.
Together, we’re helping women across the Bay Area achieve economic independence.