Moving forward with you
Our goal is to help support transgender kids, teens and adults who live in Renfrew County, Ontario, 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 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-requested basis to meet the specific needs of each individual. We do not have storage facilities and cannot accept unsolicited donations of clothing.
FINANCIAL DONATIONS: We welcome your donations via etransfer to renfrewcountyon@pflagcanada.ca or via Canada Helps/Family & Children's Services of Renfrew County. Please specify that your donation is for In Transition Clothesline.
GIFT CARDS: These may be dropped off at one of the locations listed opposite, or contact Pflag Renfrew County to make other arrangements. |
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. |
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