Dress for Success Houston strives to create change by equipping thousands of Houston-area women each year with the resources needed to attain long-term employment and success. We provide professional attire, job search support and interview preparation to women ready to enter the workforce. Our 20+ programs offer women an opportunity to participate in workshops based on their individual needs, including job search skills, job retention, professional development, and continuing career education.
RFAR supports our Health and Wellness programming, with curriculums designed to educate and impact a woman’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Addressing specific health challenges and nutrition, promoting empowerment, and fostering resilience, ultimately improving women's quality of life and ability to thrive in personal and professional realms.
Join us to dedicate your miles to empower the women of Houston!
FAQ:
Q: I’m thinking about running for your charity. How does it work? When you join the Dress for Success Houston Run for a Reason (RFAR) charity team, we pay your Chevron Houston Marathon race registration fee in exchange for your commitment to fundraise for programs that support women in our community. That's right, you race for FREE as Fundraising Runner!
RFAR minimum fundraising commitments: 5K: $250 Half Marathon and Marathon: $500
*You can also choose to sign up as a HERO runner. HERO runners pay their own race registration and make a donation: 5K: $250 Half Marathon & Marathon: $350
HERO runners receive additional VIP perks on race day.
Q: What do I get as a team member? Every Dress for Success Houston team member receives:
- A tech race shirt
- A swag + refuel bag
- Raffle prize opportunities - Major Prizes valued at $500+
- Invitations to team socials
- Access to our private and public Facebook and Instagram communities where runners share training tips, fundraising ideas, and coordinate meetups
- Opportunities to earn SHERO and HERO VIP Rewards: Free Beer (because you need carbs!) at Socials, Pre-Race Carb Loading, VIP SWAG and so much more!
You’ll also be part of a supportive, fun, and motivated community of runners and walkers leading up to race weekend.
Q: Can someone help me sign up or answer more questions? Sure! Email run@dfshouston.org and we will walk you through the process.
Q: I already registered for a Chevron Houston Marathon race. Is it too late to switch to the Dress for Success team? Not at all — you can still switch to our charity team if you already signed up, and also if you signed up with another team, you can switch to ours.
Email run@dfshouston.org and we’ll help you make the change. It’s quick and easy, and you can start supporting Houston women right away.
More Information
Visit dfshouston.org/run or contact run@dfshouston.org for details.
