Helping Women and Children in Crisis by Distributing Clothing at No Cost

Cinco de Mayo
Join us for the Best
Fiesta for a Cause!
Thursday, May 2nd, 2024

Our Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is going to be better than ever. We're excited to celebrate all of our annual sponsors, donors, and volunteers outdoors under our signature purple Fiesta tent!

Hiring
WGB is Hiring!

We are looking to add a Development Manager to our team!

Clothing Donations
Help Replenish the Boutique!

We are in need of women's and children's spring/summer clothing, as well as prom dresses and accessories (shoes, purses, new makeup).

Volunteer
Volunteer with WGB!

Volunteers are the heart of Women Giving Back. With the help of thousands of volunteers and hundreds of corporate groups we are able to provide for the women and children we serve.

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At Women Giving Back, our goal is that each woman leaves our boutique with a renewed sense of self-worth, empowerment, and a new wardrobe for her journey.

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The foundation of everything we do is to ensure women and
children receive the basics in life.

The WGB Store is filled with donated clothing, shoes, accessories, and other essentials for both women and children. Our clients are qualified by their case managers and social workers; most are typically living in shelters or part of a transitional program in and around the DMV area.

Our volunteers provide personal service and uplifting interaction in a unique boutique-like atmosphere. Together, we are able to provide compassion and companionship in otherwise tough situations.

Many clients leave their crises with only the clothing on their backs. We are here to help them restock basic necessities free of charge. Through generous donations we make sure these women and children have what they need to rebuild their lives and restore their dignity. 

This increased self-esteem leads to an obvious resilience, poise and pep in their steps. They have their own checklist of to-dos and our job is to get them every step closer:

  • Secure a stable roof over their head
  • Gain and maintain employment
  • Become more financially sound to make ends meet; and then some
  • Apply their experiences and opportunities toward learning tools for their children

We watch them move up and away from the hurdles that once held them back.

In 2023

17,667

hours volunteered.

25,800

women and children served.

$ 325,562

in-kind value of clothing distributed.

Volunteer

On store days we need volunteers to help clients shop for clothing, restock the racks, provide childcare, check out our shoppers and overall, manage needs much like a retail department store.

Become a personal shopper, coordinate a donation drive; on or off-site (clothing, accessories, shoes, snack packs, diapers and more!), facilitate corporate and community outreach and/or become a sort leader.

We welcome individuals, groups, families, schools/universities, businesses of any size, religious organizations, clubs and more. Children are welcome to volunteer if at least 12 and accompanied by an adult, 16 unaccompanied.

Annual Events

Women’s Empowerment Luncheon

Friday, March 8, 2024 | 11am-2pm

M&T Bank’s annual Women’s Empowerment Luncheon, benefitting Women Giving Back, is held in honor of International Women’s Day and an opportunity to recognize the power of women. M&T’s inspirational program celebrates the exceptional impact that Women Giving Back, and the thousands of women that support us, are having on women and children in the Greater Washington D.C. area.

Cinco De Mayo Fiesta

Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 4-7pm

Ready to get your Fiesta on? Our Cinco de Mayo Fiesta celebrates our annual sponsors and volunteers; plus, with so many fun underwriting opportunities it’s a great way for donors to show their support. Get your tickets and join us for a spirited evening of festivities!

Tee Off for WGB

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 4-7pm

TopGolf One Loudoun is the place to be! You don’t want to miss out on this exciting opportunity to network and enjoy a great game of golf. Food, drinks, and swag bags included. Single tickets and private bays available. Bring your family, friends, and the whole team for a great night of FUNdraising!

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Women Giving Back

We’re told that our Group Volunteer of the Year are the ones that government agencies look to for innovative data solutions, products, and services. But for WGB, we turn to Hitachi Vantara Federal for a different type of support!

Since the summer of 2022, 27 volunteers from this business have dedicated over 90 hours of service at our facility. This includes switching the boutique over from one season to the next, which involves a lot of moving logistics! In addition, they’ve organized drives for clothing, socks, and back to school supplies. They were a sponsor at our Top Golf event and supplied treats last week to the families at our military shopping event.

We’re always happy to see the red t-shirts of Hitachi Vantara Federal volunteers come in to assist. Congratulations to the whole team on an incredible group effort!
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We’re told that our Group Volunteer of the Year are the ones that government agencies look to for innovative data solutions, products, and services. But for WGB, we turn to Hitachi Vantara Federal for a different type of support!  

Since the summer of 2022, 27 volunteers from this business have dedicated over 90 hours of service at our facility. This includes switching the boutique over from one season to the next, which involves a lot of moving logistics! In addition, they’ve organized drives for clothing, socks, and back to school supplies. They were a sponsor at our Top Golf event and supplied treats last week to the families at our military shopping event. 

We’re always happy to see the red t-shirts of Hitachi Vantara Federal volunteers come in to assist.  Congratulations to the whole team on an incredible group effort!

Comment on Facebook We’re told that …

Thank you to all the ROCKSTARS at Hitachi Vantara Federal for your ongoing efforts. It makes a BIG difference! #feelingthelove #CommunityEngagement

Thank you so for everything you do. 🌟🌟🌟

Meet our 2023 Individual Volunteer of the Year: Sheila Green-Singleton!

Since 2019, Sheila has graced our facility as a “Come and Go” volunteer. With 463 lifetime hours invested, her smiling face can be spotted at WGB every Wednesday. As the Lead of the Children’s Section in our bustling warehouse, she’s able to train volunteers and keep the many items organized and pipeline flowing. She helps to create a place where dignity and warmth intertwine for our Moms.

Sheila’s commitment doesn’t stop at the children’s section. As a valued member of our Warehouse Committee, she’s rolled up her sleeves to streamline processes, optimize storage, and ensure that our resources flow seamlessly. When December arrives, Sheila can be spotted at our annual Santa’s workshop and we can always count on her to jump in wherever needed.

Sheila also guided our referral partners through our annual open house, where she acts as a Tour Guide. She is able to bridge the gap between our mission and the hearts of those who support us. And that doesn’t stop at our doors, Sheila also steps into the world as a WGB Representative. At service fairs, community gatherings, and other offsite events, she invites others to join our cause. We’ve hit golf balls with her at our Top Golf event, danced at Cinco, and played a few cornhole games (and lost to her!).

In addition to receiving our Individual VOTY Award, Sheila was also selected as Loudoun Cares‘ 2023 Outstanding Senior Volunteer! As you can see, Sheila is a model WGB supporter and all-around amazing community member.
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Meet our 2023 Individual Volunteer of the Year: Sheila Green-Singleton!

Since 2019, Sheila has graced our facility as a “Come and Go” volunteer. With 463 lifetime hours invested, her smiling face can be spotted at WGB every Wednesday.  As the Lead of the Children’s Section in our bustling warehouse, she’s able to train volunteers and keep the many items organized and pipeline flowing. She helps to create a place where dignity and warmth intertwine for our Moms. 

Sheila’s commitment doesn’t stop at the children’s section. As a valued member of our Warehouse Committee, she’s rolled up her sleeves to streamline processes, optimize storage, and ensure that our resources flow seamlessly.  When December arrives, Sheila can be spotted at our annual Santa’s workshop and we can always count on her to jump in wherever needed. 

Sheila also guided our referral partners through our annual open house, where she acts as a Tour Guide. She is able to bridge the gap between our mission and the hearts of those who support us. And that doesn’t stop at our doors, Sheila also steps into the world as a WGB Representative. At service fairs, community gatherings, and other offsite events, she invites others to join our cause.  We’ve hit golf balls with her at our Top Golf event, danced at Cinco, and played a few cornhole games (and lost to her!).

In addition to receiving our Individual VOTY Award, Sheila was also selected as Loudoun Cares 2023 Outstanding Senior Volunteer!  As you can see, Sheila is a model WGB supporter and all-around amazing community member.

Comment on Facebook Meet our 2023 …

Congratulations Sheila! You are a great example of Giving Back Matters!! Thank you!!

Congratulations Shelia! 👏 👏 So very well deserved!!

Thank You Sheila for All you do!

Congratulations Sheila. Thank you for Thank You!🌟❤️❤️❤️🌟

Well deserved Sheila! Thank you! 💜💜💜

We love you Sheila! We are so grateful for all you do 💜💜💜

Congratulations Sheila!!! So well deserved

Congrats Sheila! Well deserved 👏

Thank you for all you do Sheila! Congratulations!

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