Explanation
This ordinance authorizes a sponsorship/grant in the amount of $15,000.00 between the City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods and Dress for Success Columbus, a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit, in support of the 2024 Level Up Summit.
In 2007, Dress for Success Columbus (DFSC) launched on a mission to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help them thrive in work and in life.
This event will offer a free one-day personal and professional development conference designed to build skilled leaders and equip women for long-term career success. Hosted by Columbus State Community College on March 2, 2024, the conference will feature a nationally renowned, motivational speaker, and attendees will have the opportunity to participate in breakout learning sessions including resume reviews and one-on-one career coaching, a job fair featuring various local employers, a pop-up shop highlighting new workplace trends, free professional headshots, and the opportunity to network and engage with leaders across the community.
Emergency Action is necessary to avoid causing interruptions in the delivery of engagement.
Fiscal Impact: Funding in the amount of $15,000.00 is available on BRPO002623.
Grant Recipient: Dress for Success Columbus, Vendor #001406, exp. 11/7/2024.
Title
To authorize the Director of the Department of Neighborhoods to enter into a sponsorship grant agreement; to authorize the expenditure of $15,000.00 from the general fund, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, using BRPO002623; and to declare an emergency. ($15,000.00)
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WHEREAS, Dress for Success Columbus (DFSC) launched in 2007, on a mission to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help them thrive in work and in life; and
WHEREAS, the Dress for Success Columbus is holding the third annual Level Up Summi...
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