I have found different types of clothing organizations , and I wasn't sure where to post them , so I am starting to group them together here for want of a different place to put them . -soulight 

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CHILDREN

NEW January 28  '08

Check out this place on the net for getting free kids clothes and more . Here is their discription of what they are offering :

"As a member and rule abiding participate, you can enjoy great cost savings by shipping out what your kids don't need anymore and shopping, from the convenience of your home, for the items like clothes, shoes, toys, baby gear, books, CD's, DVD's, and every other essential for your child... and get these items for FREE!"

Go here to find out more about this cool program :

http://www.kizoodle.com/default.aspx

Provide some warm pajamas and a friendly book to read for some children who need some coziness and comfort in their lives.

THE PAJAMA PROJECT

 

This organization DOES NOT GIVE TO INDIVIDUALS , but , you could ask a social worker or organization such as United Way if they participate in the program.

The Coats for Kids Foundation will respond to requests from the following organizations:

Public schools

City, county or state social service agencies that work with at-risk children

501C3 nonprofit and religious organizations that provide services to at-risk children

Federal organizations responding to emergency requests of children in need.

Individual requests for coats cannot be accepted.  All requests must be submitted through one of the above organizations. 

 

For cloth diapers go here :

http://www.miraclediapers.org/ 

 

 

 

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FOR MEN  

About Career Gear

Career Gear, a grassroots 501 ( c ) (3) non-profit organization, was founded in New York City in 1998 to promote the gainful employment and self-sufficiency of disadvantaged men who are actively seeking employment.

We started out with the simple goal of providing appropriate business clothing for job seekers and have grown to provide services and resources that help our clients in retaining employment and advancing in the workplace.  Services include: 1) provision of interview clothing; 2) job retention and advancement skills; and 3) linkages to other resources and community based agencies.

LOCATIONS :

NEW YORK  Career Gear currently offers services to clients of 60 agencies throughout the New York area.       WASHINGTON, DC  BOSTON  MIAMI

 HOUSTON

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO THE WEBSITE :

http://www.careergear.org/contact.php

 

 

 

 

 

 

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WOMEN

The Women's Alliance is a national organization of independent community-based members who provide professional  attire, career skills training and related services to low-income women seeking employment.

 Program Locations Alabama  California  Connecticut District of Columbia  Florida  Georgia  Illinois   Kansas  Massachusetts  Maryland  Michigan  Mississippi   Missouri  New Jersey  New York North Carolina  North Dakota  Ohio  Oklahoma  Pennsylvania  Texas  Washington  Wisconsin

CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION :


http://www.thewomensalliance.org/index.html

 

 

 

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PROM

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FREE HELP FOR

PROM CLOTHES!

HELP YOUR TEEN HAVE A GREAT DAY !

Being a single parent is especially hard at prom time. When my daughter graduated , there was a dress , transportation issues ( we didn't have a car) , flowers , restaurant  bill , and more. Guess what ? No money . A very special person payed for some of this . The dress we got was from a church 'prom program'. They had a special closet with dresses , and we picked one for free !   Following is a link to more programs like the one that helped us. Thank you for yet another GREAT link Elaine from TSA ! ! ! ( PS They have tuxedos too.)

REDUX PROM ATTIRE

 

 

IN GENERAL :

Try Craigslist , a great source for all kinds of needs , wants , dreams and desires . Hint: find a listing in your area , then click on "free" listed under "For Sale"

http://www.craigslist.org/about/sites.html

 

Also try    http://www.freecycle.org/ , an organization that I am personally familiar with . Freecycle people share more than clothes . Yes they do share clothing , but in my group , also formula , baby food , food in general , furniture, books , dishes , cameras , computer accessories , and so so much more ! Check it out !

 

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