Get Involved
Every dollar, every hour, and every bag of clothing makes an immediate difference for a child on the Central Coast.
Financial support
Donate funds - 100% goes to programs
Every dollar you give goes directly to clothing, school supplies, and resources for children in need. Founder and President Lisa Ray takes no salary - your donation funds programs, not overhead.
Children's Resource Network of the Central Coast is a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 27-1473791). All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Give your time
Volunteer - join 1,500 neighbors making a difference
We need helping hands to sort donations, staff our closets, organize clothing drives, and help children find what they need. No minimum commitment - give an hour a month or a day a week.
Volunteers help with: sorting incoming clothing donations, stocking closets, assisting families during walk-in hours, organizing back-to-school drives, staffing special events, and helping with the Traveling Closet.
Clothing donations
Donate gently used children's clothing
We accept new and gently used clothing for children ages newborn through 18. Our greatest needs: children's shoes, jackets and coats, school uniforms, jeans and pants, and skateboarder-style clothing for teens.
What we accept
- Children's clothing, all sizes (newborn to 18)
- Shoes and socks
- Jackets, coats, and sweaters
- School uniforms
- Backpacks and school supplies
- Diapers (all sizes)
- New toiletries and hygiene items
- Children's books (English and Spanish)
Drop-off locations
Donation bins are located at Albertsons stores and at participating schools throughout San Luis Obispo County. You can also drop off during open hours at 1212 Farroll Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 on Tuesdays from 2-4 PM.
Your support is in good hands
Ready to make a difference?
Whether you donate $10, volunteer an hour, or drop off a bag of outgrown clothes, you're helping a child on the Central Coast feel warm, confident, and cared for.