Clothing Center

-RGMS
-Citywide - our dates are Nov. 17 and April 27.

RGMS Clothes Closet

Gray has its very own "clothes closet" providing new clothing items and
toiletries as well as other support to families in need both at Robert Gray and in our SW community. The closet is staffed by volunteers and is open at by appointment at a time that works for you. For more info, or to volunteer, contact Melanie McNett (503-245-1897) or Suzanne Bevier  (503-293-2078)

Portland Council PTA Clothing Center

Located at the Marshall High School Campus, 3905 SE 91st St., Room C-56, Portland, OR 97266.

PTA Clothing Center Chair: Sharon Meigh-Chang, 503-293-0783, sclschang@comcast.net
Clothing Center Hours: Monday and Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. (school days)
Volunteer Hours: Monday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. (school days)

Gray M.S. PTA Volunteer Days: Nov. 17 and April 27
We need at least 3-5 volunteers for each of these days.

MISSION STATEMENT:

PURPOSE: Since 1964, our sole purpose has been to furnish age-appropriate clothing that fits children that come to us needing these services. By caring for the basic needs of our youth and allowing them to dress as their peers, we are encouraging positive self-esteem, academic success and regular class attendance. We share the Portland Council PTA's purpose to give every child a chance.

QUALIFYING CHILDREN: All Portland Public School children that do not have access to age-appropriate clothing are eligible to be referred to the PTA Clothing Center.

REFERRAL PROCESS: Portland Public School Principals or School Secretaries fill out a school-year referral form for each student needing the Clothing Center's services. Once the student has the completed form, they may come to the Center once before winter break and once after winter break of that same school year.

CLOTHING: We accept donations of gently-used clothing from school-run clothing drives, school lost and found items, and concerned community members. Donations of money from our local PTA's, individuals, and caring businesses provide our children with new jeans, underwear and socks.

STAFF: The Portland Council PTA Clothing Center is a committee of the Portland Council PTA. It shares the same non-profit status and is staffed by volunteers from all schools within the district. Each school is responsible for a portion of the volunteer time needed to keep the Center running successfully.

What Types of Clothing Donations Are We Looking For?
Jeans, Pants, Leggings, Coats, Warm Hats, Gloves, In-style Shirts & Sweaters, Dresses and Skirts, Shorts for gym class & play, Sleepwear, Belts, Backpacks and Lunchboxes.

What Types of Clothing Donations Are We NOT Looking For?
Stained or dirty clothing, Adult or Career Clothing, Clothing Needing Repair, Well-worn or Out-of-Fashion Clothing

What Do Financial Contributions Purchase?
All financial contributions purchase new jeans, underwear and socks that are given directly to each child.