May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Join us in honoring and celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We are proud to recognize the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of the AAPI community, fostering diversity and inclusion in our mission for success.

Learn more about events and resources in Cincinnati here!

Our 2023 Impact Report is Now Available

Read more about what we have done in the past year, and what we are looking forward to!

The Impact Report can be found here.

DFSC Visits Hamilton County One-Stop Resource Center

Last month, we had the privilege to meet with women at the Hamilton County One-Stop Resource Center. During this visit, we were able to share more information on our services and how we can help those re-entering the workforce. In addition, we had a resume workshop where women were able to create, edit, and print their resumes. Women were also able to pick out a blazer and jewelry set for their upcoming interviews!

The Hamilton County One-Stop Resource Center is available every final Friday of the month in the lobby of the Justice Center to all Hamilton County residents, including returning citizens. The One-Stop pilot program was created to eliminate barriers to accessing supportive services.

Please Welcome Our New Thriving Services Manager, Tierra Adabla

We are excited to introduce our new Thriving Services Manager, Tierra Adabla. In this role, Tierra will help us with our new strategic plan of helping women thrive, personally and preofessionaly!

Tierra graduated from Bowling Green State University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies, along with a minor in Psychology. She has a diverse professional background focused on non-profits and local government.

For the past six years, she has worked for the local government managing federal funding for various programs. As a service coordinator at Hamilton County Developmental Disability Services, she developed care plans and advocated for supportive services with families and care teams. Later, as a program manager at Hamilton County Community Development, she oversaw federal funding for affordable housing and homeownership programs.

Currently pursuing her Master of Business Administration at Northern Kentucky University, specializing in Supply Chain Management and Organizational Leadership, Tierra is passionate about helping women and families thrive. In her free time, she loves hosting events and exploring different cultures through travel.

She is most excited about the opportunity to contribute to Dress for Success and make a meaningful impact in empowering women through this role. She firmly believes that our new programs will equip women with the tools needed to navigate life in all areas, allowing them to thrive.

We Are Hiring!

Do you have a passion for making a positive impact on people’s lives? Are you a thought leader when it comes to fundraising and development to fulfill the mission of an organization and looking for an opportunity to lead the charge? Do you excel at connecting with donors and building community relationships?

If so, we have the opportunity for you. 

We are hiring a VP of Development! View the full job description and apply using this link.

Volunteer Open House

Looking for ways to help your community this year? Stop by our Volunteer Open House on May 9th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Meet the staff, take a tour, and learn more about our volunteer opportunities.

Want to learn more but can't attend? Reach out to Volunteer Manager Courtney Shannon at cshannon@dfscincy.org.

Check out this month's opportunities at Dress for Success Cincinnati.

EmpowerHER

Increasing Self Condidence, Self Esteem, and Self Acceptance

Saturday, May 18th

10:00 am - 12:00 pm // Dress for Success Cincinnati

Please join us for our May EmpowerHER meeting! Our special guest speaker is Dr. Laurie Little, Chief Patient Experience Officer and Psychologist at the Lindner Center of HOPE.

Dr. Little will guide us through a transformative discussion on "Increasing Self Confidence, Self Esteem, and Self Acceptance." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your self-worth and empower yourself to succeed.

All women, no matter where you may be in your professional journey, are welcome!

Please RSVP and learn more here.

Fashion Show Sponsorships Are Now Available!

We are excited to share that this year’s event will be like never before! To celebrate the silver anniversary of Dress for Success Cincinnati, we will be hosting our Fashion Show as an evening event at a brand-new location, with a fabulous Ohio-based designer, Gerardo Encinas. 

Ticket information will become available in June.

More information about this year's Fashion Show and sponsorship opportunities can be viewed at this link.

Please reach out to Gwen Kelly at gkelly@dfscincy.org with any questions. 

Visit Our Amazon Wishlist

Our clients are in need of the following items...

• Ceil blue scrubs (all sizes)
• Bras (new with tags, all sizes)
• Blazers (all sizes)
• Plus-sized clothing

If you're interested in donating, please visit our Amazon Wish List to view items our clients are in need of. Donations are sent right to our office!

DFSC Amazon Wish List >>

New opportunities and events for you to discover in our area.

Dress for Success Cincinnati is committed to bringing you new opportunities to learn and connect with our Cincinnati community. Here are some upcoming opportunities for you to get involved and stay connected:

AAPI Heritage Festival 2024

May 11 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm // Fountain Square

The Alliance of Chinese Culture & Arts (ACCA) welcomes the Asian communities from the tri-state areas to celebrate the culture, traditions, histories, and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) through the powers of sound, sight, touch, and taste. There will be food, fun activities, arts & crafts, music and cultural performances! You can learn more about this event here.

AAPI Roundtables with Community Leaders

May 16 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm // Greater Cincinnati Foundation

Join Asian American and Pacific Islander community leaders representing the public, private, and charitable sectors as they discuss the AAPI experience. Featured speakers include Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval and Felicity Tao, founder of the Greater Cincinnati Chinese Cultural Exchange Association (GCCEA), among others for this interactive discussion.

Lunch & Learn - Accomplices Not Allies: Supporting the LGBTQA+ Community

May 17 @ 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm // NKY Pride Center

All NKY Pride partners, sponsors, and community members are invited to join NKY Pride Center's May Lunch & Learn, the first in our summer series, led by Dr. Bonnie Meyer. In this discussion, participants will learn best practices for being a better advocate for and with the LGBTQA+ community in conversation with current anti-LGBTQA+ legislation and what it means for Northern Kentuckians. This event is hybrid and will be offered in person and via Zoom. The event is free, but tickets and pre-registration are required. Participants will receive additional information after registration.

Hamilton County Small Business Day

May 20 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm // Sharonville Convention Center

Back by popular demand, the second annual Hamilton County Small Business Day is on Monday, May 20, 2024 at the Sharonville Convention Center. Dive into a bustling atmosphere with small business service providers giving hands-on assistance. Connect with local entrepreneurs, discover services, and join workshops designed to grow your business. Learn more and register for this event here.