FREE CLOTHING

IOCP clients are eligible to receive quality, no-cost clothing from our Resale Select thrift store.

colorful clothes including children's clothing is displayed on a rack
IOCP clients are eligible to receive quality, no-cost clothing from our Resale Select thrift store

Our Resale Select thrift store provides high quality clothes at low prices. IOCP clients with updated core documents can also shop for no-cost clothes every six months.

A referral from a Client Services staff member is required.

HOW IT WORKS

You may receive a referral from an IOCP staff member to visit the Resale Select store for items necessary for basic needs, at no cost, every six months.

  • To get started, contact your IOCP staff person, such as your Case Manager or Neighborhood Program Case Manager. If you do not have an IOCP contact already, please email clientintake@iocp.org for a Resale Select referral.
  • Once referred, this service is available for those with housing within our service area within 30 days of referral.
    • Shopping takes place Mon-Thurs. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
    • Please check in with the cashier before shopping.
  • Please be prepared with shirt, pant, shoe, and undergarment sizes (of all family members)
  • Inventory varies and is dependent on generous donations by community members. Multiple visits are OK during 30-day referral  

WHAT’S AVAILABLE

Basic needs clothing is available at no charge – based on inventory – to IOCP Clients with updated core documents

  • Choose from Men’s, Women’s, & Children’s Sizes
  • Each member of your household can receive (every six months):
    • One Seasonal Jacket (spring/summer)
    • One Pair of Shoes
    • Shirts and Pants (up to 12 total)
    • New Undergarments
    • New Socks
  • Brown Tag Items are excluded 
  • Referral from an IOCP staff member is required
  • Optional accessories (e.g. purse, jewelry) are available for purchase (paid by client)

Other Opportunities for No-Cost Items for Clients

  • Furniture and household items such as bath towels, bedding, and kitchen items are available after a referral to Bridging
  • Winter Coats Program (October-January)
  • Return-to-Work Clothing, Shoes, and Accessories
  • Clothes for New Baby
  • We also offer budget-friendly public Bag Sales and other events throughout the year

CLIENT CLOTHING DAYS

Racks and tables of clothes for clients at Resale SelectDates & Times:
(No appointment needed.)

Wednesday, June 24 | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 25 | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday, June 26 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Location:
IOCP building. Please go to front desk to get an event ticket, then follow signs to Shannon Hall.

HOW IT WORKS

  • This is a special event – offered on the dates listed above – which replaces the “Client Bag Sale” of the past.
  • Choose from racks of clothes for the whole family for no cost.
  • Visit once per month, as needed. (Be sure you know your family’s needs/sizes.)
  • Participation is limited and based on eligibility – which includes updated core documents, e.g. proof of address and photo ID – and available inventory. Please contact your Client Services primary staff member with questions.
  • Some limitations will apply. Details will be posted at the event.

WINTER COATS PROGRAM

HOW IT WORKS

  • IOCP referral required. Please contact your Client Services primary staff member for a referral.
  • Please have core documents updated (specifically proof of address and photo ID).
  • Referrals can be made starting September 15. Your referral is good for 30 days.
  • Adults are eligible for one new coat every two years; choose one this year or next year. If your current coat fits, keeps you warm, and is in good shape, consider keeping it for another year and getting a new one next year instead of this year.

No appointment needed.

After these early distribution dates, coats will be available – with referral – in the Resale Select store during distribution hours* from Thursday, October 16 – Saturday, January 31, 2026. Check in with a cashier to get started.

*Distribution hours are Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (arriving no later than 6 p.m. allows time to shop before 7 p.m. store closing) and Friday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (arriving no later than 4 p.m. allows time to shop before 5 p.m. store closing)

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