FREE “Back to School” Clothing and Accessories
We are offering FREE “Back to School” clothing and accessories listed below while they last! We have remaining some new and gently used fashionable clothing available for mainly Middle School to College students and some Big & Tall! We have the latest style clothing and accessories of ALL types: footwear; eyewear; sports gear; weight training equipment and accessories; swimwear and swim equipment and accessories; electronics; toiletries; health and beauty products, equipment and accessories; hair care products, equipment and accessories; and much more! Just complete the request form below for consideration!
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“Hand of Dignity” Programgi
A & MWF provides a wide range of educational opportunities and employment preparation services for our clients including scholarship and admissions programs, referrals for job training, career development support, resume workshops, job search assistance, interview skills training and preparation.
A & MWF, a volunteer-based organization, extends the “Hand of Dignity” to those less fortunate- men, women, and children, and provides them with the basic human necessity of quality, proper clothing, shoes, and accessories with an emphasis on low-income residents successfully obtaining an education or seeking employment to successfully transitioning into the workforce.
Our goal in the “Hand of Dignity” Program is to help low-income residents in Bay Area Counties improve their self-image and self-esteem by providing them with quality school or business apparel appropriate for attending school, job interviews and the professional workplace so they can obtain and education, secure employment and become economically self-sufficient. Many of the women in need of these services have nothing but the clothes on their back because they are escaping from abusive situations.
“Hand of Dignity” accepts new and gently used baby, children, teen youth, men’s and women’s clothing in excellent condition. We do not accept items in bad condition and they must not be noticeably worn, stained, torn, or imperfect. We are very selective as to what we will accept and ask/require that all donations to be in excellent condition, cleaned, pressed and on hangers.
We refresh the baby, children, teen youth clothing and give them new life with someone in need.
“Hand of Dignity” rescue, restore, and re-purpose the men’s and women’s business attire and accessories (suits, shirts, blouses, dresses, skirts, ties, scarfs, shoes, accessories, etc.) and provide them to individuals and programs which support people in transition or on welfare get jobs in the business world. Those “Qualified” clients in need can call to arrange a fitting of business attire and visit our ”showroom”, meet with a volunteer wardrobe advisor who helps select appropriate outfits for interviews and work for their new job.
Are there any clothes in your closet that you no longer wear? Put them to use by donating them to A & MWF. The less fortunate are always in need of stylish, fresh, clean clothes. We would like to encourage you all to take the opportunity to do a little “closet purging” — and gather all those things that, quite honestly, will NEVER fit your body again.
Among the things that will find a new home with someone in need are some of your very nice, “classic” style, men’s and women’s suits, shirts, blouses, dresses, skirts, ties, scarfs, shoes, accessories, children and babies clothing, etc.
AMWF specializes in some new, but mostly gently used clothing and accessories in designer apparel sold in the nation’s leading upscale department stores and retailers and provide First Quality designer apparel, footwear, and accessories. We operate and maintain an inventory so we can offer our patrons diverse selection at all times. This is what separates us from the majority of non-profit distributors. We also handle electronics, sporting goods, toiletries, general merchandise, and more. We offer great styles in urban wear clothing, hip hop and designer apparel names like Armani, Ralph Lauren Corporation, sports-clothing-brand-logosHugo Boss, Lacoste, Calvin Klein, Gucci, Burberry, Nike, Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Diesel, J. Crew, American Eagle, Abercrombie & Fitch, Puma, Lee,Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior, Versace, Banana Republic, Timberland, Vans, Gap, Reebok, New Balance, Zara, Levi Strauss, DKNY, Quicksilver, Kenneth Cole, Hollister, H&M, Izod, Clarks, Perry Ellis, Superdry, Champion, Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford, Givenchy, Aeropostale, Under Armour, Lululemon, Chanel, Forever 21, Ralph Lauren,Van’s, Converse, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Jordan, Target, Lilly Pulitzer, Eileen Fisher, Tory Burch, Justice, Diesel, True Religion, Ed Hardy, Haggar, Apple, Urban Outfitters, Ray Ban, Old Navy, Wet Seal, Quiksilver, Hurley, Billabong, Penguin, BCBG, Ann Taylor, Arizona, Baby Phat, Bebe, Billabong, Buffalo, Express, Expressions, Girbaud, Guess, Gymboree, Healthtex, Heritage, Hurley, John Deere, Lands End, Le Tigre, League, Lucky Brand, Mossimo, Next Concept, NY & Co., Choppers, Penguin, Munsingwear, Private Label, Rampage, Redsand, Roxy, Sean John, Timberland, Tommy Bahama, True People, Turbulance, U.S. Expedition, US Polo Association, Victoria Secret, Von Dutch, William Rast, Ecko, Eddie Bauer, Akademiks, Energie, Fila, Fubu, Gap, North Face, Phat Farm, Rocawear, Avirex, Ocean Pacific, Hanes, Jerzees, Gildan, Sport-Tek, Dockers, Ecko, Eddie Bauer, Enyce, Esprit, Faded Glory, Harley Davidson, Nautica, Umbro, Varcity VeeTee, Vokal, Zoo York, Clarks, Alfani, Disney, Hello Kitty, Sesame Street, Gymboree, Jockey, Hanes, Fruit of the Loom, Bike, Bali, Chantelle, Glamorise, Olga, Playtex, Spanx, Wacoal, K-Swiss, Asics, Saucony, Brooks, Mizuno, New Socks, Altamont, American Needle, Beats by Dre, Been Trill, Black Scale, Brixton, Crooks & Castles, DGK, Dickies, Funderwear, Hall of Fame, ICNY, LRG, Maui & Sons, Mishka, Neff, New Balance, O’Neill, Oakley, Pacsun, Rainbow, Ray-Ban, Reef, Riot Society, Vanguard, Volcom, Young & Reckless, Beauty & the Beach, Body Glove, Brixton, Bullhead Denim Co., Diamond Supply Co., Dolce Vita, Erin Wasson, Glamorous, Insight, JanSport, Kirra, Pink, Body-Solid, Fitness Gear, Valor Fitness, Rage, Easton, Everlast, FootJoy, Franklin, JanSport, Jockey, Ecco, E-Force, Ektelon, Marmot, Maui Jim, Maxfli, McDavid, Oakley, O’Brien, Ocean Minded, O’Neill, Rawlings, Riddell, Spalding, Speedo, Wilson, Wolverine, Worth, and others.hp-sba-activeRecreation-beginToSwim-dt
We are FIRM believers in HEALTH and seek to amplify the workout of our patrons with the BEST weight-training equipment from popular brands, including Nike, Under Armour, Adidas, Body-Solid, Fitness Gear, Valor Fitness, Rage, Reebok, and many, many more! We have weight training gear with gym and strength-training staples—all sports training equipment, weights, bars, pads, straps, braces, handles, ropes, specialized training equipment and accessories, mats, kettlebell, medicine balls, hand and body weights, swimming, Yoga, running, cross-fit, UFC, etc.
We seek to aid the patrons efforts to strengthen, tone and improve your overall health—and weight training is essential to your active lifestyle and it’s simple to integrate weight-training into your workout.
Whether you’re a skilled lifter or just starting your strength-training regimen, we may have the gear you need to make your fitness goals a reality. Our collection of Sporting equipment features weight-training equipment, weightlifting equipment and fitness accessories including:
1204-shoesWeight Lifting Accessories, Strength Brands, Weight Lifting Attachments, Weight Lifting Belts, Weight Lifting Gloves & Straps, Functional Fitness Training Equipment, Ankle, Hand, Wrist & Body Weights, Ab & Core Training Equipment, Suspension Training, Therapy Rehab Equipment, Jump Ropes, Yoga Mats, Strength Bands, Sports Accessories, Towels, Glasses, Locks, Skirts, Women’s Blouses/Tops, Dresses, Women’s Suits, Slacks, Jeans, Dress Shirts, Men’s Suits, Eye Glasses, Sun Glasses, Ankle Braces, Back Braces, Ankle Boots, Cell Phones, iPods, Jewelry, Flat Irons, Waist Bands, Sports Balls, Ankle Weights, Ace Bandage wraps, Caps, Hats, Beanies, Scarfs; Women’s Dress, Compression Shorts, Socks, Underwear, Hoodies, Sweatshirts, Watches, Books, Sports Bags, Shirts, T-Shirts, Leggings, Yoga Pants, Sweaters, Shorts, Swimwear and Equipment, Goggles, Floaters, Footwear, Sandals, Activewear, Outerwear, Jackets, Coats, Vests, Sports Gear, Water Bottles, Head Gear, Toiletries, Beauty Products, Hair Care, Combs, Razors, Shave Kits, Strength Bands, Body Sweat Wraps, and other health inspired products.
Apparel donations can be dropped off in the Bay Area or a convenient and easy pick-up can be arranged. For complete information, call us at 510 394-4101.
Other Services for Old or Unused Clothing
Loved Twice: Clothes for Underprivileged Newborns
After one of the worst natural disasters struck the United States, Lisa Klein put two and two together and created a clothing resource for underprivileged newborns.
LovedTwice.org
Oakland, California
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ASSETS Senior Employment Opportunities:
Gives women 55 and older the training and resources to re-enter the job market or expand existing skills. For more information about ASSETS please call Brendalynn Goodall at 510 238-6137.
The Oakland Welfare-to-Work Program:
Assists families in getting off of welfare and into the job market. For more information about Oakland’s Welfare-to-Work programs contact Edna Davis at 510 239-3646.
You can take donated items to:
Dalziel Building (at the corner of 14th and Broadway in Oakland)
150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 4th floor, Oakland, CA.
A Safe Place
https://www.asafeplacedvs.org/index.html
Dress for Success
www.dressforsuccess.org
Wardrobe for Opportunity
Wardrobe for Opportunity serves women accepts donations of women’s business attire and has lots of drop-off options at the following drop-off locations. They ask that you bring them clean and on hangers. Broadway Plaza Concierge Desk (outside next to Yogurt Park) in Walnut Creek. 10am-5pm Seven days. J. Malnick, 3751 East 14th Street, Oakland. Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm. Union Bank of CA, 617 San Ramon Valley Blvd. in Danville. Monday-Wednesday 8-8, Thuresday &.Friday 9-5. Cal Fed Bank, 3614 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette. Monday-Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-1
570 14th St., Suite 4
Oakland, CA 94612
510-463-4100
https://www.wardrobe.org
BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficency)
510-649-1930.
BOSS is starting a Men’s program soon to serve both men and women and accepts donations of business clothing and has drop-off options.
Elizabeth House Women’s Shelter in Oakland and San Leandro
Women’s Refuge
