Helping Women and Children in Crisis by Distributing Clothing at No Cost.
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, accessories, shoes and more, for both women and children. Our clients are qualified by their case managers, and are most typically living in shelters or part of a transitional program in and around the Greater Washington DC area.
Our volunteers provide personal service and uplifting interaction in a unique boutique-like atmosphere. 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 those basic necessities free of charge. Through generous donations we make sure these women and children have what they need to 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.
Since 2016
70,242 +
hours volunteered.
35,457
women and children served.
$ 4,457,633
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, toiletries 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, 15 unaccompanied.
Annual Events
Tee Off for WGB
Wednesday, October 13, 2021 | 4-7pm
Top Golf of Loudoun is the place to be! Open bar, appetizers, single or team tickets and private bays. Bring your family, friends and colleagues. We will continue to add additional information here; as plans proceed. You can register here to play, sponsor or both! If interested in available sponsorships, please email Info@WomenGivingBack.org! 100% proceeds benefit WGB.
Cinco De Mayo Fiesta
*Online Auction*
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 – Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Due to COVID-19, we have had to cancel our major Cinco de Mayo fundraiser for the 2nd year in a row. However, our Cinco de Mayo online auction will run from April 28th and close on May 5th. Our Cinco de Mayo event is one of our major fundraisers and has helped us sustain all the programs, clothing, and opportunities we offer our clients. We hope you will join us in supporting our cause by donating an auction item. Please email maleeha@womengivingback.org for more information. Complete the following form if you would like to make an auction donation here.
Case Manager Open House
Friday, April 23, 2021| 10am-2pm – more details to come
Women Giving Back’s Case Manager & Social Worker Open House and Community Resource Fair is a free event that will connect you to those working on the front lines in our community to combat poverty, homelessness and help families move to self-sufficiency across the region. You don’t have to have case manager or social worker in your title to attend. This event is for anyone who refers clients to Women Giving Back.
Annual Women’s Empowerment Luncheon
Monday, March 8, 2021| 4-5pm – International Women’s Day
This year’s Women’s Empowerment Luncheon is being transformed into a complimentary virtual Empower Hour presented by M&T Bank. During our program we will celebrate 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. We will close out the event with a keynote address from Maysoon Zayid, Comedian, Actress, Disability Advocate, and Tap Dancer. Register here to attend.
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Do you volunteer for WGB or another organization? You’re appreciated!
Don’t miss out on the meaningful experience, no matter who you help.
Learn more about volunteering at WGB and sign up, here: womengivingback.org/volunteer/#VolunteerAppreciationWeek
April 19th-23rd is Volunteer Appreciation Week! We are so very lucky to have such an incredible support system; you are all SO very appreciated.
Learn more about volunteering at WGB and sign up, here: womengivingback.org/volunteer/
