Free clothes, furniture, and back to school supplies in Wilmington and New Castle County.
Low income families in New Castle County can turn to a local, charity run clothing closet or furniture bank for free stuff. There also tends to be goods for residents impacted by a disaster, such as a house fire or flood. There may be diapers, winter or general use clothing, bedroom or living room set furniture, school supplies, appliances, small air condoning units and other baby supplies, among other items. The exact types of free stuff depends on donations from the community in Wilmington area and county. There may even be free air conditioners for seniors.
Many of the free clothing or furniture centers operate via referrals and/or they have income guidelines in place. However if a family does not qualify then they can also shop for items at a low cost thrift store, as there are many of these in Wilmington Delaware as well. Between the clothing closets and thrift stores there may be furniture, school notebooks, computers for students, dresses for work or suits for a job, and more. Low income families, the disabled and seniors can also get free furniture for a home or apartment.
Charities may also help via issuing vouchers for clothes and provide clients access to shower facilities or personal hygiene items. Low income families moving into a new home or apartment can try to obtain furniture and household goods, so much support is available. Staff will also refer clients to additional supportive services in the region.
Cribs For Kids – New Castle
Address: 220 Delaware Ave
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 651-0436
New or gently used cribs are for new or expectant mothers that have a very low income and meet the terms of the non-profit. Referrals are needed from a social worker.
One Village Alliance
1401 A Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone Number – 302-656-2021
Men can apply for the Suited for Success Professional Attire Program. There may be computers, tablets, briefcases, work attire and other goods.
Porter State Service Center
Main address - 509 West 8th Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Call 302-777-2800 ext 1
Emergency assistance and applications to social services are combined with holiday programs, school clothing, and more.
Saint Patrick's Center, Clothing Closet
107 East 14Th Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 652-6219
There is free clothing from the charity. Winter coats for children, boots, jackets, and work attire is for needy families and individuals.
Salvation Army, Thrift Stores, Furniture, and Clothes in New Castle County
107 South Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Call (302) 653-7095
The assistance is part of the Social Service programs as well as Adult Rehabilitation Center. Vouchers for use at the New Castle County thrift store. There is also free clothing, household appliances, furniture, toys, free baby furnishings and low cost household items are all offered. Kids from K-12 can get backpacks, free school supplies, Chromebooks and other goods. There is also store at 16 Mount Vernon St. Smyrna. Or find other Wilmington area Salvation Army assistance programs.
Lutheran Community Services
Location is 1304 North Rodney Street
Wilmington, Delaware 19806
Main phone - (302) 654-8886
Get free clothes, furniture, school supplies, and other goods. The homeless, elderly, and children can also be given free winter attire, including Coats for Kids, socks, underwear and more.
A Door Of Hope Pregnancy Center – Wilmington/Newark
3407 Lancaster Pike
Wilmington, DE 19805
Main phone - (302) 737-5433
Counseling is combined with baby items for single moms and the working poor. There may be diapers and workshops on parenting too.
Ministry Of Caring, Samaritan Outreach
1410 North Claymont Street
Wilmington, DE 19802
Telephone - (302) 594-9476
Catholic Charities - New Castle County
2601 West 4th Street
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 655-9624
The main services include Basic Needs Program, funds for water bills, clothing and food at a market. A free furniture bank may also have couches, lamps, tables,, and more.
Latin American Community Center, Family Support Services
403 North Van Buren Street
Wilmington, Delaware 19805
Main phone - (302) 655-7338
(302) 655-7343
Friendship House
Location is 1603 Jessup Street
Wilmington, Delaware 19802
(302) 654-1390
The charity is part of the Clothing Bank of Delaware. There are items for women in job training, help for seniors, and hygiene items and clothes for the homeless in shelters.
Hanover Presbyterian Church
1801 North Jefferson Street
Wilmington, DE 19802
Phone Number - (302) 658-5115
A free Clothing Closet is part of Adopt-A-Family. A wait list is used and resources are limited
Kingswood Community Center
2300 Bowers Street
Wilmington, DE 19802
Call (302) 764-9022
Families in the greater Northeast Wilmington area as well as the unemployed can use the clothing center. There are school supplies, blankets, home wares, and much more.
Catholic Charities Thrift Services
1320 East 23rd Street
Wilmington, DE 19802
For intake, dial (302) 764-2717
Victory Christian Fellowship, Blessings, Dressings And More
100 Wilton Boulevard
New Castle, Delaware 19720
Call 800-383-4223
The clothing bank is open Saturday's only. There may be supplies for veterans, senior citizens, and really anyone in need or facing a crisis.
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