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Jessica Schwartz
August Purchases Of Dovetail Workwear Support Pathways for Single Moms
Dovetail Workwear is a super-cool, super comfortable, super functional line of women’s workwear perfect for female landscapers. (I should know. I own a pair of Britt Utility Denim pants and not only LOVE them, but have gotten compliments on them!) And now, until August 31, every purchase on DovetailWorkwear.com will be donated to the Pathways for Single Moms Program. Founded in 2020 by the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona, The Pathways for Single Moms Program employs a multi-pronged approach that shifts the future of low-income families through a combination of educational and economic opportunities to equip mothers with the tools they need to become economically self-sufficient. In Arizona, there are nearly half a million full-time working women who lack a college degree—more than 70,000 of whom are single mothers. None of the five most common occupations for single mothers of young children provide a median wage higher than $30,000. Without a path to further education, these mothers cannot increase their earning potential. Those accepted into the Pathways program receive 100% paid tuition for a one-year certificate in technical education, and Quality-First/kindergarten-ready childcare. They also receive a stipend to use towards living expenses, computer equipment, transportation, and more, as well as emergency funds. WFSA has also partnered with the YWCA to provide additional support, including case management, access to free clothing, hygiene supplies, ongoing career coaching, financial planning, digital literacy training, and wellness programs like the Women’s Counseling Network which provides referrals to free counseling for women without insurance ...
Get Equipped: Workwear And Gear
This assortment of workwear and gear can help improve comfort and performance while you provide professional lawn care and landscaping services. Sugar River by Gemplers Rainwear Gempler’s new Sugar River Rainwear is waterproof, breathable, and packable while also being affordable. The versatile set can be easily packed directly into the garment’s own pocket for easy transport. At an affordable price, the Sugar River rainwear features construction that’s fully seam-sealed to keep you dry and an ultra-durable, 380t ripstop nylon shell that resists abrasions and tears. The mesh lining adds comfort and breathability, while the hood rolls to form a collar. A drawcord hem and hood deliver a custom fit. The jacket features a storm fl ap and zippered side pockets to keep things stowed and dry. Sugar River Rainwear comes in sizes S to 3XLT and is available in three colors. Carhartt Force® Relaxed Fit Pocket T-Shirt Carhartt is helping workers stay cool on and off the job with the launch of its new Force Relaxed Fit Pocket T-Shirt. Designed to help keep you cool when temps climb, Carhartt’s new Force T-Shirt now offers zoned mesh panels, minimum 25 UPF sun protection, and FastDry® technology. The Force also features: enhanced stretch to allow for increased movement; improved seam design for a more comfortable, distraction-free fit; and Stain Breaker® technology to release stains. Carhartt’s Force® Relaxed Fit Pocket T-Shirt is avail-able in multiple colors and in both men’s and women’s sizes ranging from XS to XXL. Dovetail Britt X Pant Built ...
