I Can't Afford School Clothes

RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Harriet (Guest Post) (08/01/2008) If there is a food pantry that you know of or are affiliated with, they might know of a place that has clothing at no cost. I know of two pantries in my vicinity that does this. It's yours to take. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By R Spears (Guest Post) (07/07/2008) Our church is supplying gently worn shirts and shorts and brand new socks and under clothes. Maybe you could contact your home church for help or a church that is near your home. God does not want anyone to do without and if this church you contact can help you that would be the start of something great! God bless you and I will pray for your family. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By brandi (Guest Post) (07/03/2008) My son is 13 and man sized. His school wears 'uniforms'. I buy him Dickies work pants that are doubled kneed, perm press and wear like iron. I get the required polo shirts from flea markets and thrift stores. I look every time I shop for some in the right colors and size. I do buy him new shoes. He's wearing a man size 13 now! Underwear socks and t-shirts but all said, I will spend $300 or less for the whole year. Unless he grows again. He has some jeans and pull overs I got at thrift stores for his weekend wear. That's how I do it. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By elizabeth_t_hayes AT yahoo.com (Guest Post) (05/05/2008) Go to freecycle.com and join a group close to your area. There are many groups closer to bigger towns and you can join more than one group. Everything on there is free for pick up. furniture, clothes, etc. Post that you need kids clothes and what sizes. you wiil be surprised at the responses. All you have to do is go pick it up. E-mail me and let me know their sizes. I've got kids too and may have plenty for them. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Kirsten (Guest Post) (05/05/2008) M. go to freecycle.org and see if there is a freeycle group in your area that you can register for. Freecycle is a group of people that exchange unwanted or unused items for free. I've gotten toys for my kids, videos, even a trash compactor and I've given away clothes, toys, household items, and more. Most of the stuff I have has been in pretty good shape. Also check local churches and food pantries to see if they know of any community closets that give clothes way to those in need. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Ann (Guest Post) (05/04/2008) Check out thrift stores, yard sales, lengthen girls pants by adding some fancy trims. put fancy sew on or iron on fancy patches from dollar stores to make designer jeans. Hope this helps you out... Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Michelle (Guest Post) (03/01/2008) I have 5-7 white collard shirts, button up type. free mens type, but my daughter used to wear them. Just email me, makaha420kuuipo AT yahoo.com I live at Raymond And State. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By (Guest Post) (04/10/2007) www.freecycle.org you can place a post for anything you need or want to get rid of including clothes Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Jeff (Guest Post) (04/10/2007) Remember you don't need to buy much in the way of clothes especially if you have boys. I know I grew up poor and made due with tee shirts in warm weather and thermal long john tee shirts in winter. One pair of jeans goes a long way. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by tismom (54) | (04/04/2007) Profile | Contact Ok so I just noticed the date on the posts... but hopefully my suggestion will help Brittney, the more recent request. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by tismom (54) | (04/04/2007) Profile | Contact A question: You don't mention the ages of your children. Are any of them old enough to babysit and earn money, open a savings account and help out with school clothes? Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by tismom (54) | (04/04/2007) Profile | Contact Do you sew, or know someone who does? My mom used to make a lot of my clothes... she would buy fabric on sale (now you can even get fabric at Goodwill). I loved the clothes she made using patterns I picked out. In some communities, parents can take their children's outgrown clothes that are still nice, to a place where they swap clothes for other sizes they need. If you don't have such a program, maybe you could get together with others who are interested and start one, or put an ad in the paper to attract other interested parents. My sister is a great garage saler, and finds really cute clothes for herself and her daughter and grandson for almost nothing. My heart goes out to you. I hope your situation gets better soon. Just remember, when the going gets tough, the tough get going. Good luck. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By brittney (Guest Post) (04/04/2007) I cant afford anything for me or anyone else please help me Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by Autumn (80) | (09/05/2006) Profile | Contact This might sound off the wall but I will suggest giving it a try: Call the closest Walmart to you,ask Manager's name and to speak to him. Tell him your situation You might be surprised,the town where I live Walmart is very generous with helping others. Sending prayers your way. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by CRMom (15) | (09/05/2006) Profile | Contact Hi M Please post your children's sizes. This is a great community and some may be able to help you. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by wichypoo (30) | (09/05/2006) Profile | Blog! | Contact In West Virginia they give out clothing vouchers to families every fall.An amount for each child maybe your state does also. I've been there, I do remember the embarrassment of "needing". Good Luck!!! If you shop the Salvation Army and Good Will shop in an adjacent town where the kids that donated their clothes won't walk up and embarrass your kids by claiming their old clothes. It happened to my daughter. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by pamphyila (476) | (09/05/2006) Profile | Blog! | Contact How about asking your friends/family/neighbors for clothes? When I was a kid I used to love my hand - me-downs from my older cousins. Try also looking for programs in your area which provide school clothing - If there is a church thrift shop around tell them your story & try to get clothes for as little as possible....It all means swallowing your pride a bit - but perhaps your kids will learn some valuable lessons along the way... Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By viking queen (Guest Post) (09/05/2006) I had this problem too - two boys and a girl and very little money to buy school clothes. I went to craigslist.org (you would check http://geo.craigslist.org/iso/us/ga) and posted a want ad - need back to school clothes for three children - I listed their sizes, etc. and you can't believe how many donations I received. I couldn't take them all! Shoes, boots, jeans, really nice things. People are so generous. We were overwhelmed. Please try this. Many people have things they would love to give away to folks who need them. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Alcott (Guest Post) (08/01/2006) I am an single parent of 3 girls. My 10 years has to wear her school shirt which cost $11.00 per shirt. I can`t afford it. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by QueenAngie (3) | (07/24/2006) Profile | Contact It is a good thing that you are getting things ready for school. Summer flies by quickly. Yes, I'd go to Catholic charities or the other local church charities for help. Two of my sisters are teachers and they always have several boxes of clean, donated clothing for just such a purpose. I'm glad you want your kids to be successful and getting off on the right foot for school. P.S. Ask about school supplies too, dear. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by Billie Jo (8) | (07/24/2006) Profile | Contact I live in Indiana and the salvation army is giving away 12 pieces of clothing for each school age child that shows up next week. I have never done this, but am going to this year, a friend of mine who has 4 boys does this every year and they get some great stuff. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Allison (Guest Post) (07/13/2006) Talk to the school. Some schools have programs that provide a bit of clothing for students in need. Probably the guidance counselors would be the ones to ask. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Dede. (Guest Post) (07/11/2006) www.freecycle.org is great Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by JMRoss (90) | (07/11/2006) Contact You might also want to ask your social worker if the agency has any kids clothes or give you a voucher to the Salvation Army or Goodwill. If not she/he may know of an agency in the area that can help. Or go directly to the Salvation Army or Goodwill store and talk to the manager, they usually have some discrestion in who and how much they can help. Good luck and I hope that you get back on your feet soon. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By (Guest Post) (07/11/2006) GARAGE SALES ARE A GREAT WAY TO GET NICE INEXPENSIVE CLOTHING Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by lunarmom (5) | (07/10/2006) Contact M try posting your kids sizes and perhaps some of us could offer some clothes. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By sandy (Guest Post) (07/10/2006) our local food bank gives out clothes. i get my food there but they dont have many clothes that fit me but they have all kinds of kids stuff. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by michellejones3 (30) | (07/10/2006) Contact My folks had it rough financially when I was akid and we bought very affordable clothes at Salvation Army. Also go to churches, if they know you are in a crisis they will usually be more than happy to help you out. I recomend going to the website www.freecyle.org Post for what you need and you should get plenty of responses. Also knowing things are rough financially check out the website www.angelfoodministries.com they offer a new "menu" of foods every month for a very, very affordable price. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Tracy in AZ (Guest Post) (07/10/2006) Check with the local churches, Salvation Army, and even some of the food banks in your area may also stock clothes & school supplies. Just pick up the local phone book & call. You will never know unless you ask. Ask away! Good luck Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by Debbie52 (962) | (07/10/2006) Profile | Contact Join Freecycle as people are offering nice things for free all the time. Also you can post your "wants" Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Glinda (Guest Post) (07/10/2006) Where we get food and utility bill help, has a clothes closet that was really nice. Also, There are local churches that have clothes closets certain days of the week. The place where you get help with your bills or food, will give you a list for food banks, and also free clothes closets, if you just ask. Thrift stores are good also. And don't forget the local yardsales and flea markets if you have them. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Stacy from El Paso (Guest Post) (07/10/2006) Our local food pantry has clothing that they give away. You could also ask your church. They could place something in the church bulletin about a donation. They would not have to say who they were for if you wanted them to. Also, at Christmas time they have donations for children to help out with buying presents. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Holly (Guest Post) (07/10/2006) Ask the school. Or call the Administration Building and talk to the receptionist. Ask her whom to call. In our district they have a free clothing service called 'The Clothes Closet". Possibly your child's school does, too. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by JILLSAVES (26) | (07/05/2006) Profile | Contact I found a website called,"Freecycle". http://www.freecycle.org They are located all over the world. The first thing you need to do is look up your state, then the closest area to where you live. Then you give something away anything and after that you can post whatever you need. If you need nice clothes for a girl, post wanted girls clothes size 10 or whatever. Then people respond. It is a great program that lets people recycle things instead of throwing them out. I just got a swingset for my kids. I had to drive about 15 minutes to get it. Let me know what you think if you go to the site. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By SkyeBlue (Guest Post) (07/04/2006) It can be so hard to ask for help, I know from experience, but IT is out there! Many groups are out there, but you just need to take the first step. When my daughter needed more assistance than I could give her one time I just got online and on Search typed in "Oklahoma City charity organizations" and came up with a list 4 pages long that I printed out and sent to her. Try your local DHS caseworker, the Salvation Army store here allows people in need just to come and choose clothes right off the rack, you might call your local one or even Goodwill and ask if they can do that . Also, try any Catholic Church or any church for that matter in your area. A friend of mine just called our local Catholic Church and asked them if they could put a notice in the Church Bulletin, as they were desperate for a washing machine and dryer and wanted to know if anyone could donate used ones to them. Within 2 weeks they had them. I am sure if you tell any Church secretary or Pastor of your need they would be of great help. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by smcarney (103) | (07/04/2006) Profile | Contact Try contacting Catholic Community Services: http://www.ccsatlanta.com - you don't have to be Catholic to use this service. The LDS (Mormon) church also offers such helps - try calling a local ward house. Really, any church in your area ought to be able to give at least SOME ideas. Try the thrift stores nearby - the stuff there isn't always old and worn. I find a LOT of good things there and my kids wear it as part of their uniforms at school. See if there is a Freecycle on the internet in your area. You can post your need and people will reply. This is free. Good luck. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by scruggle (28) | (07/04/2006) Profile | Contact I have the same problem. Last year I went to the DFACS office (where you apply for assistance) and they referred me to Salvation Army. From that referral, I was allowed to get three outfits per person in my family. It was a big help for me and my younger son, too. Also check and see if there are any clothes closets in your local churches. A lot of the time you can find nice things there. I don't know where you could get new clothes, though. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post by Marnita (34) | (07/04/2006) Profile | Contact I volunteer at my childs school every year and pretty much on a daily basis, the school counselor would have bags of clothing for children and adults that parents would donate for families in need sitting in her office. May I suggest that you call your local school and tell them your need. If they currently do not have any clothes on hand, without a doubt, they can refer you to someone or an organization that will. God bless you and your family; you will be in my prayers. Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By bren (Guest Post) (07/04/2006) I would contact local chruches in the area, they are always recieving donations, I bet you'll be surprised how genoerous the chruch can be, don't be affraid or embaressed to ask for help, just know there are many people who are or have been in similar situations. BOL Report Spam or Abuse RE: I Can't Afford School Clothes Post By Enter your name. Enter your name. (Guest Post) (07/04/2006) Do you have a Rescue Mission, Salvation Army, etc. in your area? If you will go to them and explain your situation they may be of help. Report Spam or Abuse