Helping Low Income Men Get Jobs
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Lincoln, Neb.
Posted: 9:33 PM Sep 6, 2008
Last Updated: 9:22 AM Sep 7, 2008
Reporter: 10/11 News
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A local clothing store is helping give some style to low income men.

Men's Warehouse is participating in the first annual National Suit Drive. People can donate their slightly used suits, sport coats, slacks, ties and belts to participating stores. Those items will then go to benefit low income men who are entering the workforce.

"I think its a feeling more than anything. There's nothing like putting on a brand new suit that gives you that certain confidence, especially going into a job interview or special occasions. To me, its more of a feeling," said Men's Warehouse store manager Christian Anderson.

The donations are tax deductible and will be distributed by local non-profit organizations.

The suit drive goes through the end of October.

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Posted by: Gloria Location: Dzigas on Sep 13, 2008 at 04:20 PM
Where can my husband donate sports jackets and suits and shirts and ties for reuse by those in need. We live in Marlborough, MA Gloria Dzigas

Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 7, 2008 at 08:06 AM
There is an organization that also does this for women. There is an affilitae in Omaha. http://www.dressforsuccess.org/

Posted by: G Location: Lincoln on Sep 7, 2008 at 06:28 AM
I've seen a wide range of program to assist women within the community with employment, but I'm happy to see that the men can get help with job seeking. Buying clothing is so expensive these days. It's a full-time finding a job.

Posted by: Annon Location: Lincoln on Sep 6, 2008 at 11:09 PM
Way to go Christian Anderson!! It's nice to know that there are still good hearted people in Nebraska. I bet the men who get these suits will be more appreciative than you will ever know!!

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