When a woman is facing an uncertain future due to a domestic violence situation, economic challenges or other difficult circumstances, receiving new clothing makes a huge difference in how she feels about herself and her pregnancy. It provides her with a little hope where there wasn’t any before. Destination Maternity, a leading retailer of maternity clothes, has been an [...]
It is time to send in your physical collections to be sure they are counted in the division totals. Please review the collection instructions to send in your donations now. The Overall Grand Champion will be announced on Friday, January 27, 2012!
“This is the best Christmas ever!” squealed an 8-year old girl as she watched a helicopter hover above. From the side of the helicopter, Santa’s outstretched arms waved at the 250 children below. As they giggled and shouted, the helicopter landed, and the children rushed to be near him. The day had been full of [...]
January 3, 2012 Delivering Dignity Week 2 Competition Results: 1st Place: Chicago ($1,175) 2nd Place: Jacksonville ($865) 3rd Place: Atlanta ($122) The Chicago Division wins warm, new blankets for their local charity. Since the Jacksonville and Atlanta Divisions also worked hard, the children at their charities will receive extra new socks and underwear. Thank you [...]
On November 12 Dignity U Wear supporters, sponsors, board members and staff gathered at Hotel Griffou in New York City to welcome Mark Wahlberg as National Spokesperson. Welcome to the Dignity family, Mark, and thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate!
By Guest Blogger: Matt Conti In September 2004 I was a high school student volunteering for the summer at a local hospital and was struck by the chronic problems disadvantaged patients had with their feet. For many homeless people, walking is their primary form of transportation and they often stand for hours, waiting in line [...]
It is time to introduce a little friendly competition into Delivering Dignity through Dignity Days! The best part is that the competition will not only be fun, but will also benefit the local charities and the children they serve. In addition to rewards during the next two weeks, there will be a prize for the Overall [...]
We have an excellent opportunity for you to earn volunteer hours during your holiday break. We need high school and college students during the week of December 26th – 30th to help us sort clothing. We have two 3.5 hour shifts each day: 8:30am-12:00pm 12:30pm-4:00pm Free lunch will be provided at noon and cool raffle [...]
