Clothing Donations
Dress for Success Rochester relies on donations from our supporters to help women in the community on their journey toward economic independence.
Donation Guidelines
Please refer to the examples of the types of apparel we need below. We will not accept vintage clothing and shoes. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Clothing Donations
At Dress for Success Rochester, we rely on donations from our supporters to help women in the community on their journey toward economic independence.
Career Appropriate Attire
Your fabulous career apparel could outfit another woman with the confidence to enter or return to the workplace, make a great first impression and land a job that could change her life.
In the interest of the women we serve, we can only accept cleaned, workplace appropriate clothing that is current in style (purchased within the last 6 years), on hangers, and ready to wear to an interview. Please see our guidelines.
Donations recieved at Downtown Boutique Location.
At this time we do not make pickups.
Drive up to our donation collection door on Pindle Alley (off Main St. between Fitzhugh and State St.
Wishlist for New Items
Our Amazon wish list offers an easy and convenient way to provide much-needed items that help our clients achieve their goals.
By purchasing items from our list, you're directly supporting the professional and personal growth of women who are striving for success.
From professional attire to office supplies, each item on our wish list plays a vital role in helping our clients feel confident, empowered, and ready to take the next step in their careers.
Interested in hosting a clothing or donation drive? Please contact us FIRST! Email us at hello@dfsrochester.org or call 585-225-3377
ACCEPTED
Interview appropriate suits
Interview appropriate blouses, shirts
Professional separates including blouses, slacks, skirts, dresses, blazers and jackets, cardigans
Khaki/Chino type pants (business casual or uniform type)
Scrubs
Work appropriate closed toe shoes (Dress boots/flats/pumps)
Bras/Underwear (New with tags)
Hosiery (new in packaging)
Worksite or steel toe construction shoes/boots
Jewelry cleaned and in good condition
Belts and scarves
Handbags (work appropriate handbags and totes)
Coats (seasonless overcoat/trench)
New makeup/skin care/hair products/fragrances
NOT ACCEPTED
Clothing not cleaned, with stains or in need of repair
Vintage clothing or shoes
Non-Professional Clothing (ripped jeans, graphic t-shirts, sweats, etc.)
Evening Wear, Party Dresses, Formal Suits
Casual or Bulky Sweaters, Denim or Bulky Jackets
Previously worn undergarments or hosiery
Swimwear
Hats/hair pieces/hair clips
Broken Jewelry missing parts
Evening Shoes, Casual Sneakers, Sandals, Moccasins, Boat Shoes, Ugg type boots
Casual or Bulky Jackets/Coats
White pants/skirts/jackets/shoes
Opened makeup/skin care/hair products/fragrances