• How many times a year are children given a wardrobe?

    Dressed for School provides children with a wardrobe twice per school year. Each wardrobe consists of:

    5 pairs of underwear

    1 bra (if needed)

    5 pairs of socks

    5 top pieces

    4 bottom pieces

    1 pair of gym shoes.

    All new. All free of charge. 2X per school year.

  • How does a child qualify for a wardrobe?

    1/3 of Porter County students qualify for free or reduced meals. Those same students qualify for a wardrobe from Dressed for School.


    We also provide wardrobes for families in crisis. This might include those who have suffered a crisis such as a divorce, fire or temporary financial distress.

  • How much do you spend on average for a wardrobe?

    Our wardrobes, including shoes, averages $125 per wardrobe. A student is eligible for 2 wardrobes per year. If you are looking to donate monetarily to cover one student, $250 would be a good dollar amount.


  • What size clothing and shoes do you accept?

    We accept new clothing in kids sizes 4-20.


    Shoes: 

    Kids sizes: 10 - 13

    Youth sizes: 1-7

    Adult Sizes 7-10

    including 1/2 sizes in all categories

  • Do you accept Kohls Cash?

    Yes! We will gladly accept unused Kohls Cash. All you have to do is send a picture of the Kohls Cash (front and back) to info@dressedforschool.org! 

  • How do I find out what you need?

    Visit our Current Needs page for an updated list of items we need at the store.

  • How can I get help?

    Reach out to us at 219-263.0001, or fill out the form on our Contact Page and we'll be in touch as soon as possible.