Kids Closet of Duluth is a 501(c)3 non profit serving low income Head Start and
Elementary School children living in Duluth with clothes needed for regular school
attendance. With the help of this most generous community, we furnish each
child with a full set of winter outerwear, including boots and 4 outfits suitable
for classroom use (one new and 3 used). We stress a welcoming atmosphere for
parents and clothes that are attractive and durable.
Kids Closet of Duluth wishes to thank our major financial supporters:
*The Duluth Public Schools
*The Ordean Foundation
*Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation
*SMDC Foundation
*Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation
*Downtown Rotary
*Friendly Kiwanis
*Duluth Area Retired Educators Association
*AFL-CIO - Shoes for Tots
*Junior League of Duluth
*Minnesota Power
*Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
*Knights of Columbus
*Kohl's Department Store
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It's True!
Free clothes for Duluth school children in early childhood thru fifth grade who are in need. We outfit your child for school - gym shoes, socks, underwear, school outfits and winter outerwear, including boots. All donated locally for local children, we have both new and good quality used items. We serve by appointment only so apply early in the school year for best results. You are welcome to return in spring for more shoes and spring clothes.
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Lakewood Students modeled winter jackets plus hats that were knit by third graders from their school!
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Am I Eligible?
Yes, if you are unable to buy the clothes your children need. We do not have set income guidelines. Talk to your school social worker or family advocate about your situation. They will help you with the required referral form. Most of our families are eligible for free lunch or have some special need - fire, job loss, recent move, military callup, or ?
For your Appointment:
Set the time for your appointment carefully and be sure to be on time. Many families are waiting for their turn. If you miss, we all lose valuable time! Call the scheduler or the Closet (218)628-4899 if you need to reschedule.
Be sure to know the right sizes. We ask that you bring a drawing made around your child's foot. Shoe and boot sizes often vary.
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Looking for School Clothes!
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How can I help?
You may donate good used clothing suitable for school. Sorry, we do not accept used shoes or boots.
If you wish to Support the Kids Closet of Duluth Financially, send your Tax-Deductible Contribution to:
Kids Closet of Duluth
Laura MacArthur Elementary School
727 Central Ave N
Duluth, MN 55807
We are a 501(c)3 Charitible Organization.
We are always looking for volunteers! Please consider joining our dedicated team of volunteers.
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Awards given to outstanding Kids Closet Supporters (More Below!).Jean Severance (left), founder, 19 year director and 25 year volunteer. The "Mother Theresa" of the Kids Closet. Pictured with Char Kerelko, current Kids Closet Director
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Tina Shaddox, founder of Charitable Crafters, responsible for hundreds of hand made hats, mittens, and scarves donated by area crafters
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Pilgrim Congregational Church, UCC, our major religious donor, accepted by Kitty VanEvera of the Pilgrim Fund.
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The Duluth Public Schools, our major "in kind" supporter, accepted by Deb Sauter, principal of Laura MacArthur School.
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Service Numbers:
We served 1009 individual children during 05-06 school year (unduplicated count) and 201 of these came back for a second round of shoes and clothing for spring/summer. We served 980 individual children during 06-07 school year (unduplicated count) and 176 of these came back in the spring.
In the 2007-2008 school year we served 1016 individual children (unduplicated count)
and 234 in the spring.
The numbers for 2008-2009 are 1047 and 235.
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Volunteers working to move us into our new room!
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Kids Closet celebrates 25 years of service to the children of Duluth with a Fashion Show featuring volunteer Duluth School District students. Make sure you scroll below to see all of our show!
Mary Anne Quackenbush, Kids Closet Treasurer, giving out door prize tickets to children attending the show.
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The Emcee of the show, Sandy Drag of WDIO-TV
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A Student models a new outfit
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The school bus loaded with student models
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The Laura MacArthur Choir, all dressed up in donated used clothes from the Kids Closet collection, serenaded the audience with two musical selections.
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