Since 1990, Working Wardrobes has made an indelible mark in the lives of our clients and in the community. Our goal is to positively impact our collective way of life, from economical, emotional, and environmental perspectives.
Emotional Impact
87%
Of employees who volunteer say it has improved their people and teamwork skills.
71%
Of employees say it’s very important to work where giving and volunteering is supported.
64%
Of employees who volunteer say it has strengthened their work relationships.
96%
Of people who volunteer say that volunteering enriches their sense of purpose in life.
94%
Of people who volunteer say that volunteering improves their mood.
Environmental Impact
16 million
Average tons of textiles that end up in landfills each year.
81 lbs.
Weight of clothing that the average U.S. citizen throws away each year.
200+ years
Average number of years textiles sit in landfills before decomposing into greenhouse gas.
500,000
Average number of donated clothing items Working Wardrobes processes each year that do not go to landfills.
100,000+