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Clothing Donations

Clothing ready for our guests
Clothing ready for our guests

Guidelines for clothing donations

Thank you for supporting our community. Because we have limited storage space and serve
people experiencing homelessness through a walk-up food and clothing program, we ask
donors to follow these guidelines to ensure that every item is useful, clean, and ready
to be worn immediately.

✔ We gratefully accept

Everyday, practical clothing:

  • T-shirts (all sizes, especially L–2XL)
  • Sweatshirts & hoodies
  • Sweatpants & athletic pants
  • Jeans (men’s & women’s)
  • Leggings
  • Shorts (all sizes, in season)
  • Warm jackets, rain jackets, coats
  • Flannels, fleece pullovers, and long-sleeve shirts

Footwear & accessories:

  • Sturdy walking shoes / sneakers
  • Boots (winter or work boots)
  • Hats and gloves / baseball caps
  • Backpacks, drawstring bags
  • Belts

New undergarments (new in packaging):

  • Socks
  • Underwear
  • Sports bras

❗ Seasonal needs

  • Winter (Oct–March): coats, gloves, scarves, warm layers
  • Summer (April–Sept): shorts, T-shirts, lightweight items

🚫 Items we cannot accept

  • Torn, stained, heavily worn, or strong-odor items
  • Dress clothes, suits, office attire
  • High heels or dress shoes
  • Children’s clothing
  • Bedding, pillows, towels, large household items
  • Underwear or socks that are not new
  • Business wear (blazers, slacks, skirts)

🧼 Condition requirements

  • Clothing must be laundered and ready to wear
  • All pockets should be empty
  • Zippers, buttons, and seams intact
  • Shoes must have intact soles and laces

💛 Why these guidelines matter

We have a small walk-up service space and limited storage. Accepting only practical,
in-season, good-condition clothing ensures that:

  • Every donated item goes directly to someone who needs it
  • Volunteers can operate safely and efficiently
  • We maintain a dignified experience for our guests
  • Nothing goes to waste

📍 Where to drop off donations

Location: 8016 Zuni Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Hours: 9–11 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday

Hand donations to a volunteer at Francis House. Volunteers will bring items into our
storage area for sorting and distribution.

🙏 Thank you

Your donations help people stay warm, safe, and comfortable year-round.