The clothing program at St. Francis House is the only free clothing program for adults experiencing homelessness and poverty in the greater Boston area. Every spring our Collaborative supports this program as a collective force. Your generosity is greatly appreciated by the thousands of people who rely on St. Francis House during their most challenging times. Items may be dropped off between 9:00am – 5:00pm at both the St. John and St. Paul garages on the weekend of June 20-21. If you have any questions, please email us at: service@sjspwellesley.org
Items St. Francis House Needs!
Two categories of adult clothing are needed. All should be gently used (or new), clean, and in good condition, please.
“Fresh Threads” – Everyday ADULT Clothing
- Lightweight pants (jeans, khakis, joggers)
- Shorts (men’s and women’s)
- T-shirts and casual tops
- Lightweight long-sleeve shirts (for layering/sun protection)
- Hoodies or light jackets (for cool mornings/evenings)
- Sneakers and comfortable walking shoes
- Sandals (practical, sturdy—not flip-flops if possible)
- Belts
- Baseball caps or sun hats
- NEW socks and underwear (new in package only, please)
“Studio Shine” – Professional Interview Attire
IMPORTANT: Studio Shine is currently only accepting Men’s Dress Clothing in Size XL and up.
- Men’s dress shoes
- Men’s XL+ dress shirts & polos
- Men’s XL+ dress pants
- Men’s XL+ suits
Items St. Francis House Cannot Accept
Please, do not include: Children’s Clothing, Costumes, Pajamas and Sleepwear, Damaged or Discolored Items, Books, Suitcases, Hangers, Bedding/Linens, Household Items (kitchenware, appliances, furniture, rugs), Used Socks, Used Underwear
By focusing your generosity on the items they truly need, you can ensure your donation has the greatest possible impact.
Sorting and Packing Your Donations to Best Assist St. Francis House
Sorting clothes by the following categories greatly assists their staff. Please pack by category in 13 to 20-gallon trash bags, tie up the bags, and label clearly:
- First separate into “Fresh Threads” and “Studio Shine” categories
- Then for each category, separate into Men’s and Women’s
- Then separate into Tops and Bottoms
- Please pack all footwear separately from clothes