Free clothing closets, school supplies, and furniture Brazoria County.
Free clothes for work, back to school supplies, furniture and other needs are available in Brazoria County. There are a number of charities that provide this form of assistance to the working poor. There are also church run clothing closets and regional organizations in the Pearland area, including the Salvation Army, that provide free furniture and other supplies to the needy.
There are donations from the community that allow these programs to operate on an annual basis. Many volunteers also give some of their time by sorting clothes, holding fund raisers, and providing support in other ways. They also give students from K-12 backpacks, laptops and other goods (as donations allow). What may be offered across the Brazoria County community is the following.
- Free Back to School Supply drives offer immunization shots, scoliosis screening, uniforms, notebooks, computers, and more to children.
- Personal needs for adults including toiletries, soap, razors, and hygiene supplies.
- Clothes for work, which may come in the form of dresses, suits, slacks, work boots, gloves, etc.
- Electronics, including free laptops for students or job seekers.
- Household supplies including books on financial literacy, saving, investing, and other topics.
Other items may be given too. Note applicants need to meet income guidelines and live within the service territory.
How to get free stuff in Brazoria County, clothes, and household goods
St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. Helen Catholic Church
Address is 2209 Old Alvin Rd., Pearland, TX 77581. Call 281-485-2976
Most of the items are from a low cost thrift store. However in a crisis, some free items may be offered. There may be shirts for adults, shoes, and other clothes are available. Kindergarten, middle school, and high school students can get free school items too or backpacks, shoes and other goods they need.
Salvation Army
1618 North Ave J, Freeport, Texas. Dial (979) 233-5420 or 979-233-5429
The church based charity has clothes, shelter, a food pantry, and financial aid. Seasonal services in Brazoria County include free school supplies and uniforms as well as toys from Angel Tree.
Brazoria County Dream Center
796 S. Brazosport Blvd (Hwy 288-B), Clute, TX. Dial 979-388-0280
There is a Back to School Bash, budgeting classes, basic medical tests for kids from poor families and much more. General clothing vouchers are also offered.
Christian Helping Center of Brazoria
The religious organization offers support, both financial and free material goods in Brazoria County. This can come in the form of clothes, school or work uniforms for kids from low income households, furniture, and much more. More on Christian Helping Handsin Brazoria County.
Christian Helping Hands, Inc.
Address is 3402 Swensen, Pearland, TX 77581. Call (281) 485-9776
Emergency clothes, financial aid, food, and other items. There may also be diapers for new moms and clothing for immigrants too.
Free furniture banks
There are some in the Harris County area that can be used by Brazoria County families. Call 713-842-9771. Everything from bedroom items such as mattresses or free beds as well as kitchen goods (pots and pans, small appliances, etc.) may be offered. Or get free laptops or computers for at home work or remote learning, couches and more.
Pearland Neighborhood Center
2335 N. Texas Ave., Pearland, Texas. Call 281-485-1987
A food bank, computer room and baby pantry are on site. Maternity or baby clothes too. There are also books and educational materials, including referrals to laptop or desktop computer programs.
St. Timothy's Episcopal Church
200 Oyster Creek Dr., Lake Jackson, TX 77566. For hours dial 979-297-6003
A number of basic needs and assistance programs for seniors, single moms, and working poor are offered. This includes free furniture for a new home, kitchen supplies, clothes, food, birthday food or toys, and back to school supply giveaway events.
St. Thomas Center
Address is 415 S Erskine St, Angleton, TX 77515. Call (979) 849-9458 or 979-849-1285.
General clothing vouchers as well as toys, holiday support, and even free groceries may be passed out.
Texas Port Ministry
1103 Cherry St, Freeport Texas 77541. They only support the Freeport Harbord Community. Phone: (979) 233-5641
Personal supplies, books, a free clothes closet, snacks, and transportation can be offered. Students may be given free school items or uniforms.
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