Clothing support

Nationwide

KidsCan(external link)
Phone 09 478 1525 or email [email protected]. A charity dedicated to helping Kiwi kids living in poverty. They provide food, jackets, shoes and health products to 1,400 schools and early childhood centres across New Zealand.

The Nest Collective(external link)
A collective of volunteers across Aotearoa who work alongside social workers to ensure families are supported in their parenting journey.

The Salvation Army NZFTS(external link)
Around Aotearoa New Zealand, the Salvation Army provides short-term assistance with food, clothing, and furniture etc. You can Freephone 0800 53 00 00 to find your nearest community ministry centre for support.

Variety New Zealand – The Children's Charity(external link)
Phone (09) 520 4111 or email [email protected] grants (one off payments) are available to support children with everyday essentials such as bedding, clothes, shoes, school uniform, beds, medical fees, equipment, technology and extracurricular activities.

Kiwi Kid Sponsorship (KKS)(external link) provides ongoing support for children 4 to 17 years of age. Children are matched to a sponsor who helps pay for the cost of essentials such as clothing, bedding, school uniforms and stationery, school camp and after-school activities like swimming or music lesson. 

Work and Income(external link)
They provide a clothing allowance as a weekly payment if you get Orphan's Benefit or Unsupported Child's Benefit for children in your care, to help you pay for their clothing.

Regional

Clothed in Love – Christchurch(external link)  
Email [email protected]. Clothed in Love helps Christchurch families in need by providing them with free good quality pre-loved or new clothing for their children. You can request a pack by filling in the form on their website. 

Dress for Success Auckland  (external link)
They can help by providing a complete outfit including new or pre-loved clothing, shoes, handbag, jewellery and make-up that's appropriate for the workplace. They also provide appropriate clothing for women who are to attend court appearances, housing appointments, work experience and study.  

Central Auckland and Manukau showrooms are open Monday to Friday with appointments available:  
 
Central Showroom – phone 09 377 2762 or email [email protected] 
Manukau Showroom – phone 0204 377 276 or email [email protected] 

Helping families – Nelson(external link)
Phone 021 876 901 or email [email protected]. They facilitate the receipt of donated goods from the community and distribute to anyone in need.

It Takes a Village Hub (ITAV) – Canterbury(external link) 
Mobile 64 27 326 0683 or email [email protected]. The ITAV Baby bundle is a care package available for families and individuals with a baby up to 12 months old. The care package can include essential items such as clothing, bedding, nappies, wipes, bath product, and toys. 
The ITAV Toddler bundle is a care package families and individuals with a child 1 to 5 years of age. Apply on their website.  

Loving Arms – Waikato(external link) 
Phone or text 027 2549059, or email [email protected]. Since being established in 2014, Loving Arms has helped over 7000 Waikato babies and their families by distributing donated baby items, including clothing, bedding, nappies, toiletries, cots, car seats, and prams.

Nurturing Families – Auckland(external link) 
Email [email protected]. They aim to ease poverty by giving all babies a safe and equal start to life and by empowering and uplifting parents and caregivers.

Rainbow Youth – Northland, Auckland, Taranaki, Bay of Plenty(external link)
A registered charity, working with young rainbow youth aged 13-27 and provide holistic peer support. Fostering safe, inclusive, accepting and diverse environments that are sober, family friendly spaces.

St Vincent de Paul – Wellington(external link)
Phone 04 389 7122, hours 10am-2pm, Monday-Friday. If you, or someone you know, has no clothes for the right season, please get in touch and Vinnies may be able to supply proper clothes. They also provide housing goods and furniture for refugees, migrants and people who are struggling financially or in social housing.

Waka Of Caring | Charitable Trust  –  Auckland(external link)
Phone (09) 270 0560, (022) 013 9672 or email [email protected]; hours Mon to Fri: 9am - 6pm and Sat: 9am - 6pm. You are able to take what you need for yourself or your family free of charge. No forms or ID required.  

• Clothing for all ages and sizes.
• Essential kitchenware (pots, pans, utensils, dishes).
• Bedding and linens.
• Small household appliances.
• Furniture (availability varies).
• Basic household items.
• Personal care items.