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Empowering Women to Build Strong Careers, Spiritual Resilience, and Financial Stability

Learn more about the mission, vision, and dedicated leadership behind My Sister’s Closet of MD.

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Our Story

Our Journey to Empowerment

In 2014, My Sister’s Closet of MD began its journey with a simple yet powerful mission: to provide free professional clothing to women in need. Since then, we’ve expanded our efforts to include workshops, mentorship programs, and networking events, empowering women to rebuild their lives with confidence, strength, and purpose.

Today, with the support of our donors, sponsors, and volunteers, we continue to create opportunities that help women overcome challenges and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our Mission and Vision

Mission

At My Sister’s Closet (MSC), we are committed to empowering individuals in career transition, the unemployed, underemployed, and homeless by providing critical tools, resources, and training that foster personal and professional growth. We bridge the gap to workforce development and equip participants with the skills and confidence they need to achieve sustainable economic independence, long-term career success, and a brighter future.

Our vision is to create a world where every woman, regardless of her circumstances, has the opportunity to thrive in her career and personal life. Through comprehensive support, MSC envisions empowering women to build lasting careers, financial stability, and a sense of purpose, ultimately creating stronger communities and a more equitable society.

Problem

In the Washington, DC Metropolitan area, nearly 30% of women are either unemployed or underemployed, and over 40% of women living in poverty are single mothers facing significant challenges in securing stable employment. Additionally, women account for approximately 40% of the homeless population in DC, as reported by the National Alliance to End Homelessness (2022) and DC Department of Human Services (2023).

These individuals face substantial barriers to entering the workforce, including lack of access to essential professional training, career resources, and mentorship. Without targeted support, many remain trapped in cycles of poverty, unemployment, and housing instability, preventing them from achieving long-term economic independence.

My Sister’s Closet seeks to bridge these gaps by providing critical tools, resources, and workforce development programs to empower women in career transition, helping them to build sustainable careers and achieve financial security.

MSC offers a holistic solution to the challenges faced by women in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area who are unemployed, underemployed, or homeless.

Through strategic partnerships with organizations like Microsoft, NSBE (National Society of Black Engineers), and MBS.Tech, MSC provides access to advanced workforce development resources, specialized training, and professional networks that empower women to thrive in today’s job market.

Our programs include career coaching, job readiness workshops, professional attire, and mentorship, ensuring participants gain the skills and confidence needed to secure stable, long-term employment. With the support of these partnerships, MSC bridges gaps in technology and engineering fields, offering participants unique opportunities to enter high-demand industries.

By fostering both professional growth and personal empowerment, MSC helps women achieve financial independence, break the cycle of poverty and homelessness, and build sustainable futures for themselves and their families.

Meet the Founder

A Visionary Leader: Maria Stanfield

Maria Stanfield, the founder and CEO of My Sister’s Closet of MD, is a dedicated advocate for empowering women to overcome life’s challenges. With a passion for helping others succeed, Maria founded MSC to provide women with the resources and encouragement needed to transition into fulfilling careers and lives.

Her commitment to serving others extends beyond clothing; she believes in equipping women with knowledge, confidence, and a strong support system to help them thrive personally and professionally.

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Meet Our Team

The Heart of My Sister’s Closet

Behind every successful organization is a team of dedicated individuals. At My Sister’s Closet, our Board of Directors and team members are passionate about making a difference in the lives of the women we serve.

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Jody Mitchell

Vice President

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Veronica M. Black

Strategic Director

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Geri Goins

Executive Director

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Rosita Banks-Taylor

Treasurer

Partnerships & Collaborations

Working Together for a Greater Impact

We are proud to partner with corporations, local businesses, and community organizations to expand our reach and enhance the services we provide. These collaborations help us deliver impactful programs and create opportunities for women to connect with potential employers and mentors.

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Our purpose is to offer long-lasting solutions that enable women to break the cycle of poverty.

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We seek to create total, healthy living environments for vulnerable children, youth and families,

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We provide support services to those living with HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections.

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A community based 501c3 nonprofit organization grounded in Christ, with the passion to give back and the love for all mankind.

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At Marriott International, we have long believed that how we do business is as important as the business that we do.

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RJ Maven understands that we all must play a role in making the world a better place.

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Together, we can empower women to build a brighter future. Whether you’re looking to volunteer, donate, or collaborate, your support makes all the difference.

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  • Fort Washington, MD
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Jody Mitchell

Vice President

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Jody is the Sr. Principal Engineer for ManTech where he researches and consults clients on High Performance Computing technologies. Jody is also the founder & CEO of Directed Analytics where he develops web applications to help individuals navigate the path to reach their goals. Additionally, Jody has combined his technical and business expertise to coach high school students in Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) about professional development at two (2) National Society of Black Engineers Jr. Chapters. He has more than 14 years of diverse engineering experience. Jody received a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Louisiana Tech University and a Master’s degree in Computer Engineering from George Mason University. He recently earned a Professional Project Management certification and became a graduate of Lockheed Martin’s highly selective Advanced Technical Leadership Development Program. In addition to serving on the board of My Sister’s Closet, Jody is a Board member for the Metro Warriors STEM organization in Ft Washington, Md.

Veronica M. Black

Strategic Director

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Veronica is dedicated to enhancing the communities in which she serves by utilizing skills in strategic planning, business administration, and fiscal management. Ms. Black has over 15 years of experience managing multimillion-dollar federally sponsored projects at one of the nation’s leading medical academic research institutions as well as 10 years at the state government level. Ms. Black is currently employed with the Maryland Department of Health as the Deputy Director of the Office of Preparedness and Response.  In 2018, Ms. Black founded E 50 Solutions, LLC which is a small business consulting company dedicated to empowering businesses by offering expertise in the areas of business administration, financial management, grant management, strategic planning, and quality improvement solutions.  Ms. Black received her bachelor’s degree in Business and Management from the Johns Hopkins University School of Professional Studies in Business and Education in 2002 and a Master of Business Administration Degree with a concentration in International Business at The Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School in 2008.

Geri Goins

Executive Director

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Geri is the Grants Manager in AHRQ’s Center for Delivery, Organization, and Markets. In this role, she coordinates grantee, potential grantee, and program staff activities and processes. She also manages CDOM’s operating budget, serves as project officer on small contracts, and serves as backup on CDOM operations.  Geri is a 20-year veteran of the US Department of Health and Human Services and has been at AHRQ since 1997. Geri attended Catholic University where she received her Masters of Science in Management degree with a focus on federal acquisitions in May 2014. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Rosita Banks-Taylor

Treasurer

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Rosita is an original founding board member of My Sister’s Closet.  In her role at one of the areas not-for-profit organizations, she has become an adept user of today’s office tools for business analytics to streamline processes and recommend solutions in a continually changing business climate. Taking what she’s learned in the workplace, Rosita shares her knowledge and insight with women and men in various arenas such as shelters, programs and churches.  A member of the National Church of God, Ms. Banks-Taylor’s affinity for people has led to volunteering with groups such as the dramatic arts and children’s ministry.  Convinced that God has created each of us for a purpose, she works to empower others by encouraging, equipping, and energizing them towards their purpose.

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Donate Professional Attire

We welcome new or gently used women’s professional clothing and accessories that are suitable for interviews or workplace settings. Please ensure all items are clean, wrinkle-free, on hangers, and ready to wear. Your donations help empower women to step confidently into their careers!

Important Guidelines:

  • Donations must be dry-cleaned or laundered, freshly ironed, and less than 3 years old.
  • Items should be suitable for job interviews and professional environments.
  • A maximum of 25 items can be accepted per donation.

Note:
We are unable to accept clothing in bags or boxes.

Accepted Items

Examples of Accepted Items:

  • Winter coats
  • Professional separates: blouses, skirts, dresses, blazers, and jackets
  • Dress pants, khakis, polo-style tops, or scrubs
  • Interview-appropriate suits
  • Work-appropriate shoes
  • Accessories: handbags, scarves, jewelry, belts, padfolios

Items Not Accepted

We Cannot Accept:

  • Party dresses, evening gowns, sandals, denim, shorts, or capris
  • Men’s or children’s attire
  • Stained, worn, or damaged items
  • Non-professional clothing
  • Clothing older than 3 years
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