All student attire needs to be clean and in good repair. Please remember that these items will be worn by grads who appreciate current styles. We do not accept casual clothing.
CASH DONATIONS can be made via e-transfer (send to info@youwearitwell.org), through our secure server on our website (click on the ‘donate’ tab above), or by contacting info@youwearitwell.org. All cash donations are tax deductible.
Tax receipts will be issued for new items with invoices or with tags attached.
We are always in short supply of plus size items (including shoes) for both men and women!!
We need:
- Formal long dresses (no wedding gowns).
- Cocktail/fancy short dresses
- Ladies’ dress shoes
- Ladies’ clutch purses/evening bags
- Ladies’ shawls, wraps, and scarves (no winter scarves, please)
- Ladies’ strapless bras/bandeaus – new only. We do not accept used bras.
- Jewelry – necklaces, earrings (including clip-on), bracelets, rings
- Tiaras, rhinestone headbands and other formal hair jewelry/clips
- Men’s suits and tuxedos – especially small sizes (30 – 38) and extra large sizes (over 56) Please ensure that styles are current
- Men’s dress shirts (no t-shirts, golf shirts, or casual styles)
- Men’s dress shoes
- Men’s “funky” shoes – e.g., converse running shoes, skate shoes in bright colours or unusual designs
- Men’s belts
- Socks – new only. We do not accept used socks.
- Men’s accessories – chain necklaces, earrings, sunglasses, tie clips, fedora-style hats, etc.
- Men’s ties, bow ties, and suspenders
- pocket squares in all colours.
Other items:
- NEW, UNOPENED make up – eye shadow, foundation, mascara, lipstick, eye liner, etc.
- New hairdressing supplies – boxes of bobby pins, hairspray, gel etc.
- NEW, UNOPENED men’s grooming supplies – hair gel, body wash, deodorant, shave cream, etc.
Your generosity and ingenuity can make a huge difference for a deserving graduate. Please contact us to inquire about unique donation ideas.