Clothes that Build Confidence,
Futures that Shine
Sending children of low-income families in Arlington to school dressed for success

Clothes that Build Confidence,
Futures that Shine
Sending children of low-income families in Arlington to school dressed for success
Our Mission
To collect clothing in excellent condition from the community and provide it free of charge to school-aged children of low-income families in a welcoming retail environment, helping them feel comfortable and confident in the classroom.
Our Impact
in Arlington, Virginia since 2018
243,000
items of clothing distributed
9,000
pairs of shoes donated
3,400
children served
Client Testimonials
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Thank You To Our Sponsors
News
What's Hangin' on the Clothesline
The Clothesline Around Town: Come Say Hello!
This summer, The Clothesline for Arlington Kids is bringing its mission to local events. We’ll be out and about across Arlington — and we’d love for you to stop by, say hello, and learn more about how we’re supporting local kids. Here’s where you can find us: Civic Engagement Fair at Arlington Cares Tuesday, July…
Other opportunities for volunteers this summer
In addition to our usual volunteer spots to sort clothes and assist clients, we have some other opportunities for our volunteers to get involved! Sort n Suds – We need volunteers to pick up unclaimed lost and found at local schools, and deliver to us clean, sorted donations by the end of the summer. If you…
Help Us Keep Kids Cool This Summer ☀️
Our Keep Kids Cool This Summer campaign is in full swing—and there’s no better time to help make a real impact. Many low-income families in Arlington are turning to The Clothesline for clothes that fit their growing kids. They’re looking for essential items like shorts, t-shirts, lightweight pajamas, swimsuits, and shoes. We’ve already outfitted 600…