HOW AND WHAT TO DONATE

Donations can be dropped off at 404 N May St, at the side doors. Please notify the staff that you have donations, and they will assist you. We accept small household appliances, gently used and new clothing, electronics, toys, books, shoes, bedding, and winter clothing and footwear.

For all other items, please check with the staff before donating.

DONATION RECEIPTS

Receipts are given for donations valued at least $10. Please request a receipt at the time of donation, and the office will prepare it for you.

PROGRAMS SUPPORTED BY YOUR DONATIONS

Your donations support various programs, including the Referral/Homeless Program, Undercover Program, Affordable Clothing Program, and Dress for Success Program. Thank you for considering a donation to support our cause and help those in need.

You can also contribute to our cause by making a monetary donation to our charity.

DONATION FORM

WHAT IS LEGACY GIVING

Legacy giving allows you to donate a portion of your estate to a charity of your choosing. This allows you to continue making a positive impact on the community, while also lowering the taxable portion for your heirs, letting them keep a larger percentage.

These gifts provide vital and stable support for charities, no matter their size.

WHY SHOULD I DONATE THROUGH LEGACY GIVING

While each person may have their own justifications to choose legacy giving as their final gift, some examples include to:

  • Achieve philanthropic objectives
  • Honour a loved one
  • Honour a personal history with a charity
  • Support the mission and vision of an Organization

HOW DOES LEGACY GIVING BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY

By choosing to support Community Clothing Assistance, you will be supporting the community through our various programs. These programs are designed to help those in poverty, or in-crisis.

HOW DO I DONATE

  • Bequests: Choose a dollar amount or percentage, and note it in your will. If you don't want to rewrite your will, talk to your lawyer about a codicil - an amendment that costs nothing to add. Community Clothing Assistance appreciates all support given.
  • Appreciated Securities/Stocks: If you've owned publicly traded stocks for over a year, you can choose to transfer them to Community Clothing Assistance.
  • Life Insurance: You can elect to donate some or all of your life insurance proceeds to Community Clothing Assistance.
  • Retirement Plans: You can also name Community Clothing Assistance as a beneficiary to a portion of your RRSP/RRIF. This will lower the taxable portion for your heirs as well.

Write a cheque for supporting Community Programs.

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

CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP

One of the ways we express our gratitude to donors is through our donor recognition program.

The CCA charity makes a point of acknowledging your contribution, with a certificate and a letter of appreciation. The donor recognition program was developed with the appreciation of donors from the Community and Corporations and it is a token of our gratitude for the contributions made to helping for living better lives. On behalf of helped recipients in your community, our heartfelt thanks to you for your sincere generosity and commitment to help the community members in crisis.

Your donations are essential to the wellbeing of the less fortunate!


PARTNERSHIP TIERS

SILVER

Under $5k

  • Thank You Letter
  • Tax Receipt
  • Thanks On Our Facebook
  • Blog Article
  • Logo on CCA Website
  • Newspaper Article

GOLD

$5k-$15

  • Thank You Letter
  • Tax Receipt
  • Thanks On Our Facebook
  • Blog Article
  • Logo on CCA Website
  • Newspaper Article

DIAMOND

$15k +

  • Thank You Letter
  • Tax Receipt
  • Thanks On Our Facebook
  • Blog Article
  • Logo on CCA Website
  • Newspaper Article

WHAT IS CHILD SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

Every year, Community Clothing Assistance (CCA) runs the UNDERCOVER Program which helps over 1000 children in Thunder Bay who are in crisis. The program provides seven pairs of new socks and underwear to 4-14 YO, each year. In order to continue running the UNDERCOVER Program, Community Clothing Assistance needs support from the community. For a donation of just $50 you sponsor 1 vulnerable child in your community.

A tax receipt for the contributions, is provided to the donor.

WHAT IS FAMILY SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

The Community Partners Clothing REFERRAL Program helps families and people in crisis in Thunder Bay with free clothing. To do this CCA cooperates with over 150 community partners, whose refer clients our Clothing Centre for assistance. The charity relies on donations for public clothing and operating costs to provide this service. Community Clothing Assistance needs your support to provide access to clothing!

For a donation of just $100 you can provide up to 120 articles / 4 season of clothing for vulnerable person in your community. For a donation of just $400 you can provide up to 480 articles / 4 season of clothing for vulnerable family with 2 kids in your community.

DONATE A CAR

WHAT IS DONATE A CAR

Donate A Car Canada Canada accepts Vehicle Donations for Community Clothing Assistance. They provide free towing in numerous areas across Canada, or alternatively, you can choose to drop off your vehicle as well. Whether you're donating an RV, boat, motorcycle, or any other vehicle types, Donate A Car Canada ensures that these are either recycled or auctioned based on their condition, age, and location. They handle all aspects of the donation process, making it effortless for your chosen charity to benefit.

Following the completion of your vehicle donation, you will receive a tax receipt from CanadaHelps.org within 45 days, ensuring you can claim the benefit on your tax return.

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KITS FOR A CAUSE

Support Kit-Packing Events. Make a Difference!

Contribute to our kit-packing events by purchasing essentials from "The Bargains Group".

Host your own event or donate items. Coordinate with us for impactful distribution. Join us in making a difference!

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