Registered Charity · Thunder Bay · Since 2006

Your Gift Changes Lives
in Thunder Bay

Every donation — big or small — keeps our programs running and puts clothing on the backs of families in need right here in our community.

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1,000+
Children Served Yearly
150+
Partner Agencies
480+
Clothing Articles / Family
20+
Years Serving Thunder Bay
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Choose a Program to Support

Pick the program that means the most to you. Your donation goes directly to support the work of that program in the Thunder Bay community.

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Undercover Project

Provides socks & underwear to 1,000+ children aged 4–14 every year.

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Referral Program

Free clothing for families and people in crisis referred by 150+ agencies.

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Hands-On-Work

Job skills training and meaningful work experience for youth in Thunder Bay.

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Affordable Clothing

Quality second-hand clothing at low prices — open and accessible to everyone.

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Where Needed Most

Give CCA flexibility to direct funds to our greatest community needs.

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Click a program above, then complete your donation below. All gifts receive a tax receipt.

More Options

Other Ways to Give

Prefer to donate items, sponsor a child, or partner with us as a business? Explore every option below.

Drop-Off Location

404 May St. N, Thunder Bay — please use the side doors and let our staff know you have donations. They'll assist you right away.

Donation Hours

Mon–Fri: 10AM – 5PM  |  Saturday: 12PM – 4PM

What We Accept

Gently used & new clothing, shoes, bedding, winter wear, small appliances, electronics, toys, and books. For other items, please check with staff first.

Donation Receipts

Receipts are available for donations valued at $25 or more. Request yours at the time of drop-off and our office will prepare it for you.

A tax receipt is provided for all sponsorship donations.

Businesses that donate to CCA are recognized through our Corporate Donor Recognition Program. We honour every contribution with a certificate and letter of appreciation — and much more depending on your tier.

Silver

Under $5,000
Thank You Letter
Official Tax Receipt
Facebook Shoutout
Blog Article
Logo on CCA Website
Newspaper Feature

Gold

$5,000 – $15,000
Thank You Letter
Official Tax Receipt
Facebook Shoutout
Blog Article
Logo on CCA Website
Newspaper Feature

Diamond

$15,000 +
Thank You Letter
Official Tax Receipt
Facebook Shoutout
Blog Article
Logo on CCA Website
Newspaper Feature

To discuss a corporate partnership, contact us at admin@clothingassistance.com

Legacy giving lets you donate a portion of your estate to CCA — continuing your positive impact on the Thunder Bay community while also reducing the taxable portion for your heirs.

How to Give a Legacy Gift
  • 1
    Bequests (Will)

    Designate a dollar amount or percentage in your will. Ask your lawyer about a codicil — an amendment that is free to add.

  • 2
    Appreciated Securities / Stocks

    Transfer publicly traded stocks (held over 1 year) directly to CCA to avoid capital gains tax.

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    Life Insurance

    Name CCA as a beneficiary on some or all of your life insurance proceeds.

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    RRSP / RRIF

    Name CCA as a beneficiary on a portion of your retirement plan — lowering the taxable portion for your heirs.

We recommend speaking with a financial advisor or lawyer to decide which option is right for you.

Donate A Car Canada accepts vehicle donations on behalf of Community Clothing Assistance — including cars, RVs, boats, and motorcycles. They handle all logistics including free towing across many areas of Canada, or you can drop off your vehicle.

What Happens to Your Vehicle

Vehicles are either auctioned or recycled based on their condition, age, and location — with 100% of the proceeds benefiting CCA.

Tax Receipt

You'll receive an official tax receipt from CanadaHelps.org within 45 days of completing your vehicle donation.

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Have Questions?

Common Questions

Will I get a tax receipt?

Yes — all online donations through CanadaHelps receive an automatic tax receipt by email. For in-person clothing donations of $10 or more, receipts are available on request at our drop-off location.

Is my payment secure?

Absolutely. All online transactions are processed by CanadaHelps.org, which uses bank-level SSL encryption. CCA never stores your payment information.

Can I donate monthly?

Yes — the CanadaHelps form above lets you choose a one-time or monthly recurring gift. Monthly donors provide stable, reliable support that helps us plan ahead.

Where does my money go?

Every dollar goes directly to supporting CCA programs in Thunder Bay — including the Undercover Project, Referral Program, H-O-W Program, and the Affordable Clothing Store.

Can my business get recognized?

Yes — corporate donors are recognized through our tiered partnership program (Silver, Gold, Diamond). Benefits include tax receipts, website logo placement, blog features, and newspaper articles.

How do I contact you about donating?

Email us at admin@clothingassistance.com or call (807) 474-3583. Our office is open Mon–Fri, 9AM–5PM.

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