Our Crowdfunding Groups
Every year, Career Services hosts a series of Dress for Success initiatives to support our Vikings. In addition to our Career Closet and exclusive JCPenney Suit Up events, Juniors and Seniors can apply to receive a $250 Career-Ready Attire Stipend. These stipends enable our students to add pieces to their wardrobe needed to successfully navigate the Job & Internship Fair and interview process.
Previous Career-Ready Attire Stipend recipients have shared:
“This stipend is a blessing for me. Thanks to your help, I will be able to afford clothes that make me look competent and professional, something I have been worried about not having for a while now. As someone who hopes to intern in Congress this summer, this stipend will help me make an excellent impression when I am interviewing. Your aid is invaluable to developing a professional career in government, and I will forever be grateful for this opportunity. Thank you so much!” - 2022 Stipend Recipient
"...This stipend will provide me some piece of mind financially. It will also give me the opportunity to buy nice attire for work and allow me to feel confident in my appearance..." - 2022 Stipend Recipient
Your generous support will empower our Vikings to pursue their career goals with confidence. By accessing career-ready attire and accessories, students will make a lasting impression at networking events and job interviews so that they shine and stand out from the competition. Help us support our Vikings as they achieve their professional aspirations!
Watch our crowdfunding video here: https://youtu.be/s_rjTc2nJL4?si=L3DuhJMqD7HYecUJ
Video Script:
“Hello! I’m Chris and I’m Lorraine, and we’re from Salem State Career Services. Today, we want to highlight the Career-Ready Attire Stipend.
It’s a $250 award designed to help students secure professional attire for interviews, jobs, and internships. Each year, we provide selected Juniors and Seniors with funds to purchase new outfits that boost their confidence and help them make a lasting impression.
Updating your closet with interview ready attire can be very expensive. This is where your generous donations become essential. Last year, we were able to award eight students, and we aim to support even more this year.
However, we need your support!
Your contribution is vital. It directly benefits our fellow Vikings, boosts our confidence, and helps us show up with our best foot forward. By donating, you play a crucial role in helping students transition from education to career, thereby fostering their success and empowerment.
We invite you to consider donating today and thank you for your generous support”
I am investing in a student who will put their best dressed foot forward!
I am funding a Career-Ready Attire Stipend, empowering a student to pursue their goals with confidence!