Can I donate merchandise the day-of the event?

No, clothes will not be accepted on the day of The Clothes Exchange.  If none of our drop-off options work for you, contact us to arrange a pick-up. 

What happens to my clothes once I donate them to The Clothes Exchange?

A team of fashion savvy volunteers sort through all the donations and select only the best of the best; high quality, gently worn, clean, stylish items. Merchandise is priced, prepped for display and stored until our Event. They day of the Event, our volunteers transform Ridgewood Women's Club into a shopping boutique and display merchandise. Most of our garments are hung or neatly folded on tables.

We do not pay for merchandise. We do not consign merchandise and we cannot return merchandise you donate.

What do you do with the clothes you don’t keep?
All items that don’t make the cut or are left over after our event are donated to charitable organizations such as The Goodwill and the Salvation Army.

How are items priced?

All merchandised is tagged and priced. Prices are based on the brand, quality and desirability of the garments. A pair of Joe's Jean may cost $45, a J Crew cashmere sweater could run about $25, and you might spend $40 for a fabulous Kate Spade purse.  New evening dresses that typically retail for a few hundred dollars have been sold for around $60.

We want everyone to feel they've gotten a bargain.

How are clothes organized?

We sort the merchandise by size and in some cases, where we have large quantities of particular brands or merchandise donated by a retailer or designer, well group those items together. 

Can I donate clothing without buying and buy with out donating?

Absolutely! 

Can I just give a cash donation to support The Clothes Exchange and your beneficiary?

Definitely. Contributions are welcome anytime, before, during and after the event. Click here to make a donation to our beneficiary.

How do I purchase a Pre-Sale Ticket?

Pre-Sale tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets are $50.  Email us today to reserve your space and beat the crowd.  

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Is there an entry fee?

Yes, $25 at the door. Entry includes one complimentary glass of wine.

Pre-Sale tickets cost $50 and ust be purchased in advance.

You may be entitled to claim a charitable deduction for your donations that The Clothes Exchange collects on behalf of our beneficiary. To determine the value of the items you donate, we recommend talking with a tax advisor or consulting a reference such as Goodwill’s guide to assessing market values for used goods at www.goodwillpromo.org.

Other tax related resources

http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p526.pdf - Charitable Contributions
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i8283.pdf - Non-cash Charitable Contributions Form
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p561.pdf - Determining Fair Market Value of Donations

Is my “shopping donation” tax deductible?
If you make a contribution to our beneficiary that is greater than the value of your purchases, you may be able to claim a deduction of the difference. We recommend you consult a tax professional.

Donations made to The Clothes Exchange are not tax-deductible.

Can I utilize my company’s matching gift program to maximize my donation?
Yes, if your company has a Matching Gifts Program, you may be able to add to any financial contribution that you give to The Clothes Exchange. Check with your company’s HR department to find about if you can take advantage of this benefit.

How does my business become a sponsor?
If your business is interested in making an in-kind or cash contribution, please contact us. We’d love to help you figure out the best way for your business to get involved.

How can I start a Clothes Exchange in my hometown?

If you are interested in hosting your own Clothes Exchange, contact us. We’d love to talk with you about launching a Clothes Exchange Affiliate in your community.

How are beneficiaries selected?    

If your organization is interested in applying to be a beneficiary, please email a one page letter of interest to info-burlington@theclothesexchange.org. In the letter, please include:

• An overview of your organization's mission
• A plan for what you'd do with the money raised
• A description of your need
• Information that tells us why you think your organization would be a good match for The Clothes Exchange

Applications are by invitation only.

Letters of inquiry must be received by November 1.
Those selected to apply will be notified by December 15.

Beneficiaries must be 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls.