Join WBEC-East and RISE South Jersey in supporting our community through two exciting initiatives this August and September!
Professional Attire Clothing Drive
In partnership with The Wardrobe, WBEC-East is collecting professional attire to help individuals prepare for job interviews and career opportunities. The clothing drive will run from August 24 through September 19.
Donation Locations:
- WBEC-East Office – 123 S. Broad Street, Suite 500, Philadelphia, PA
- VoIP Doctors – 1000 S. Lenola Road, Suite 104, Maple Shade, NJ
- Third location – Coming soon
Donations of gently used professional clothing are greatly appreciated and can make a meaningful impact in helping community members achieve economic independence. For donation guidelines and FAQs, visit The Wardrobe’s donation page.
Alice Paul Women’s Equality Day Festival
Celebrate Women’s Equality Day with RISE SJ at the Alice Paul Women’s Equality Day Festival on August 22 from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM in Mount Laurel, NJ. Admission is free, and all WBEC-East community members are welcome to join us for a casual “Walk and Talk” experience.
RISE SJ Meetup Details:
- Meet at 12:30 PM at the festival entrance gates
- Group photo at 1:30 PM on the porch of the Alice Paul House (map details to follow)
Attendees are encouraged to wear WBEC-East apparel and/or purple to show their support. As parking is expected to be limited, carpooling is strongly encouraged.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to make a positive impact in our communities!