Moving forward with you
Our goal is to help support transgender kids, teens and adults during their transition by sourcing locally donated clothing on a one-to-one, custom-need basis.
There are many aspects to socially transitioning for a transgender and gender diverse person. Clothing that affirms one's gender can be a lifeline that dramatically increases the quality of everyday life. In Transition Clothesline will source gently used clothing (from coats to boots!) that will affirm each individual's gender in their style and size. We recognize that this can be a timely, financial and emotional challenge for families who are in the process of sourcing affirmative care. Let us help to ease the barriers and make your journey a little smoother. You are not alone. In Transition Clothesline operates throughout Renfrew County, in partnership with Family & Children`s Services of Renfrew County. Special thanks to PFLAG Halifax for inspiring this idea and allowing us to reprint their content. |
WHY DOES THE CLOTHESLINE MATTER? Research shows that along with supporting a child, having access to social transition tools (clothing, name, pronoun) is vital to improving the lives of trans youth who wish to transition.(Families in Transition) In a recent survey with trans youth across Canada, those who were living full-time in their felt gender were almost 50% more likely to report good or excellent mental health than those who were not (Veale et al., 2015). |
Donate to the Clothesline
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We source donations of new and gently used clothing on an as-needed basis to custom tailor for each individual. In Transition Clothesline is not a clothing bank and cannot accept donations of clothing outside of the Wishlist items listed here.
Current Wishlists: Chloe*, age 28, is in need of:
Blair*, age 51, is in need of:
To hear about new wishlists, please join the In Transition Clothesline Lifeline. Last update: March 8/19 (*we use pseudonyms to protect privacy.) |
Drop-off Locations
Wishlist items and gift cards may be dropped off at the following locations during regular business hours. Be sure they are clearly labelled for PFLAG In Transition Clothesline. Pembroke Family & Children's Services of Renfrew County 77 Mary Street, Suite 100, Pembroke, ON, K8A 5V4 Phone: 613-735-6866 Renfrew Family & Children's Services of Renfrew County 114 Argyle Street South, K7V 1T5 Phone: 613-432-4821 Arnprior Arnprior & District Family Health Team 346 John Street, Suite 153, Arnprior, ON K7S 2P6 Phone: 613-622-5763 Killaloe Community Resource Centre 15 Lake Street Phone: 613-757-3108 Other drop-off locations will be arranged if these are not convenient for you. |
FINANCIAL DONATIONS: We welcome your donations via PFLAG Canada. Be sure to specify that your donation is for Renfrew County Clothesline. You might also wish to email us so we can make sure your donation goes to the correct fund.
GIFT CARDS: Please drop off at one of the locations listed above, or contact PFLAG Renfrew County to make other arrangements.
GIFT CARDS: Please drop off at one of the locations listed above, or contact PFLAG Renfrew County to make other arrangements.
Join the Clothesline Lifeline
Be a Clothesline Lifeline ally! Sign up below to be notified about new Wishlist requests. Your information will not be used for any other purpose. You may unsubscribe at any time by emailing Pflag Renfrew County
