FL S1720

Recognizes Dress for Success, a global nonprofit organization founded in 1997 by Nancy Lublin that provides professional attire, support networks, and career development tools to help disadvantaged women achieve economic independence

Organization has expanded to more than 140 cities in 20 countries and assisted over 850,000 women since 1997

Six standalone Dress for Success boutiques operate in Florida and have collectively helped more than 24,000 women achieve economic stability since 2005

Over 10,000 volunteers annually donate time and support, with referrals coming from more than 5,000 nonprofit and governmental agencies including homeless shelters, job training programs, and domestic violence shelters

Directs presentation of a copy of the resolution to Dress for Success and each of the six Florida affiliate chapters