At WISE our mission is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional clothing, and the tools they need to help them thrive in work and in life.
WAYS TO HELP
DONATE CLOTHES
Give a woman a fresh new start by donating your gently-used clothing.
GIVE CONFIDENCE
Your generosity helps us create choice and opportunity for women looking to make their lives better tomorrow.
VOLUNTEER
WISE impacts lives here at home.
Join us and learn how.
EVENTS
Thu, Oct 19BSU Campus - Hebert Gallery Student CtrOct 19, 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMBSU Campus - Hebert Gallery Student Ctr, 219 Rock St, Bluefield, WV 24701, USAOct 19, 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMBSU Campus - Hebert Gallery Student Ctr, 219 Rock St, Bluefield, WV 24701, USAMini-course for women that brings awareness to prevention, risk reduction, and avoidance techniques for self-defense. Guest Speaker Jennifer Bourne and Demonstrator Gene Goodman. Class limited to 60 participants. Registration required and is free.
Fri, Jun 16FincastleJun 16, 2023, 9:00 AMFincastle, 1000 Country Club Dr, Bluefield, VA 24605, USA
Sat, Apr 22Bluefield UniversityApr 22, 2023, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PMBluefield University, 3000 College Dr, Bluefield, VA 24605, USA
Sat, Nov 12Bluefield Arts CenterNov 12, 2022, 7:00 PMBluefield Arts Center, 500 Bland St, Bluefield, WV 24701, USA
Thu, Oct 13Get Coupon Online for In-Store ShoppingOct 13, 2022, 11:40 AM – Oct 31, 2022, 1:40 PMGet Coupon Online for In-Store Shopping
Fri, Jun 17FincastleJun 17, 2022, 9:00 AMFincastle, 1000 Country Club Dr, Bluefield, VA 24605, USA
Sat, Oct 24WISE Women's Center BluefieldOct 24, 2020, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMWISE Women's Center Bluefield, 511 Commerce St, Bluefield, WV 24701, USA
Fri, Oct 09In-Store or Online Shopping EventOct 09, 2020, 10:00 AM – Oct 11, 2020, 2:00 PMIn-Store or Online Shopping Event
Sat, Nov 09Belk @ Mercer Mall, Bluefield WVNov 09, 2019, 8:00 AMBelk @ Mercer Mall, Bluefield WV, Rte 460 And, US-19, Bluefield, WV 24701, USANov 09, 2019, 8:00 AMBelk @ Mercer Mall, Bluefield WV, Rte 460 And, US-19, Bluefield, WV 24701, USAGrab your pre-sale tickets from the WISE Office or from any WISE Board Member! Give $5 and get $5 coupons to shop plus early entry into the Belk Sale! WISE will get to keep proceeds from all pre-sale all ticket sales!
Mon, Nov 04WISE Women's CenterNov 04, 2019, 7:00 AM – Dec 15, 2019, 11:00 AMWISE Women's Center, 511 Commerce Street, Bluefield, WV, USANov 04, 2019, 7:00 AM – Dec 15, 2019, 11:00 AMWISE Women's Center, 511 Commerce Street, Bluefield, WV, USAAre you ready to give your Basket of Hope and make a difference in the life of a woman that will be in a shelter this holiday season? Join WISE as we fill Baskets of Hope for them! All baskets will be given to a woman at a local shelter in our area - Welch, Tazewell, & Beckley. Contact us for info!
Fri, Oct 11Bluefield Elks ClubOct 11, 2019, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMBluefield Elks Club, 1501 Whitethorn St, Bluefield, WV 24701, USAOct 11, 2019, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMBluefield Elks Club, 1501 Whitethorn St, Bluefield, WV 24701, USAThe retreat is a day geared towards promoting wellness and a healthy lifestyle for the women in our community. All women in our area are encouraged to attend this event. We will have guest speakers, local businesses and vendor booths, and lunch is included with registration.
Tue, Oct 01WISE Women's CenterOct 01, 2019, 10:00 AM – Oct 31, 2019, 3:00 PMWISE Women's Center, 511 Commerce Street, Bluefield, WV, USA
CLIENT IMPACT
Sharon L.
I was able to not only get clothes for my interview and also helped me with work clothing too! Now I can start my new job with confidence!
Melanie H.
We spent the holidays in a shelter in Wytheville. I had no money for a gift for my kids. Wise came with Baskets of Hope and made a sad Christmas brighter!
BHS Student
Thank you for putting a Care Closet in our school. Sometimes students struggle getting basic hygiene products, so it's nice having these now.
EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS
WARDROBE
From the interview through your first few weeks of work, WISE wants you to feel your best. We will work with you to help you choose outfits that will be appropriate for your new job. Whether you work in an office or the ER, WISE has you covered with clothes!
LEADERSHIP
The women WISE serves are inspired to lead, advance in their chosen careers, and give back to their community. With the resources they gain, these women can have an even greater impact by inspiring those around them. They become part of a network of Empowered Women.
READINESS
Getting and maintaining a job can be a challenge for anyone at times.
WISE helps women focus on remaining employed by providing them with strategies for success as well as access to resources they need to remove employment barriers, build skills and confidence, and feel more stable at work.
NETWORKING
Our donors and clients form a network of women who support and encourage each other through building confidence, discussing workplace-related topics, and providing motivation and on optimistic outlook on their approach to their jobs, their families, and building their community.