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Clothing Donations

New Circles accepts gently used or new clothing, shoes, accessories for all ages and genders. We welcome donations from individuals and retailers.

Please note: If donating gently used clothing we ask that you only donate items that you would still be proud to wear yourself. Due to our limited donations processing capacity, we ask that any items that are ripped, stained or otherwise in unwearable condition not be donated to New Circles.

We accept donations during our operating hours. Click here to review our hours of operation. We cannot accept donations outside of these hours. If you have a large amount of donations, please call ahead to ensure we have the space for them.

For any questions regarding donations, please contact us at 416-422-2591. We thank you for thinking of New Circles.

"This kind of experience really changes people's lives. I love the friendly environment and the clothes are very organized and in order."

We CANNOT accept:

• High chairs
• Cribs
• Car seats
• Pillows
• Large toys
• Furniture
• Mattresses

At this time of year, we are in particular need of:

• All children’s clothing
• Winter coats and boots, hats, mitts, scarves - all sizes
• Mens' and womens' clothing
• Teen clothing for male and female
• Shoes of all sizes and kinds
• Plus size women's clothing
• New underwear for all ages
• Socks men, women and children
• Professional wear
• Prom dresses

Check out our blog for the latest information regarding clothing donations. Click here to go to our blog.

How to run a clothing drive

Our Clothing Program is entirely dependent on generous donors providing quality clothing and bedding. We are fortunate to have many committed donors, who continuously support us with individual donations and through running Clothing Drives.

Clothing Drives are an excellent way to participate in a meaningful initiative that directly impacts our clients. Additionally, clothing drives build team spirit and group morale, through a sense of achievement in successfully collaborating on a philanthropic project. The resources below can be used as a starting point to initiate and implement a successful Clothing Drive.

"When everything is freezing down below zero degrees, your love came to our humble apartment with a ray of sunshine. Each item gave us warmth, which filled our heart with joy and happiness…"

• New Circles – The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How
• Running a Clothing Drive – A Community Service Project
• Sample Letter / Notice of Request
• Brochure for Donors
• Sample Poster

New Circles Community Services greatly appreciates your commitment to our mission! We are here to support you in successfully coordinating and executing a community service project. To run a Clothing Drive, please contact us at nita@newcircles.ca.

For Third Party Events:

• Support New Circles at your next event. Check out our ideas of easy ways to help out your community.

Monetary Donations

New Circles is a registered charity and is able to issue tax receipts for monetary donations. (charitable registration 83634 3673 RR0001)

New Circles receives no government funding. We are dependent on generous donors and volunteers who are committed to fostering equity within our communities. Your donations are integral in sustaining our core programs, including the Clothing Program, Senior’s Mobile Mall and Holiday Angel Program. Contributions to New Circles directly impacts the lives of individuals and families living in poverty, offering a means to achieve dignity, respect and inclusiveness.

You can donate:

“I was so touched to know that there are people in this world who can bring so much happiness and good fortune to others…”

"It's very important support for the family financially, especially in winter because it helps save money as winter clothes are expensive and my children outgrow them."

• through our Stay at Home event. Click here to go to the fundraising event.

• by contacting our office at 416-422-2591
• by directing your United Way donation to New Circles (see above for our charitable registration number)
• by clicking on the CanadaHelps image to use its secure donation procedure.

For more information on individual giving, eevents and corporate sponsorship, you can contact Zein
Dhanidina (Development Manager) at 416-422-2591 ext:211 or e-mail at zein@newcircles.ca

Check out our blog for the latest information regarding monetary donations. Click here to go to our blog.