We are collecting donations for the Weissman Center’s Clothing Drive by mail and by in-person drop-off appointment! We are asking alums to donate gently used business casual clothing to help support Mount Holyoke students as they prepare for internships, interviews, and professional opportunities.
The Clothing Drive is a proud Mount Holyoke tradition that reflects our ongoing commitment to empowering students. Your donations will directly support the next generation of leaders by ensuring they have the professional wardrobe essentials they need to succeed.
Mount Holyoke College
Weissman Center for Leadership
50 College Street
South Hadley MA 01075
If you require a receipt contact our team by email at wcl@mtholyoke.edu
In-person donations at our offices in South Hadley can be arranged during July and August by contacting us at wcl@mtholyoke.edu.
Why donate?
Our Spring Drive connected more than 300 students with much needed professional clothing! This donation gives students the opportunity to feel empowered when needing to be in a professional setting and having the ability to feel confident in their clothing.
What to donate?
Dress shirts, Blouses, Polos, Khakis and Slacks, Skirts, Dresses.
Blazers, Sweaters, Vests, Cardigans, Ties and Scarves, Belts.
Dress shoes, Handbags, Jewelry, Watches, Hair accessories.
ALL SIZES ALL GENDERS.
What happens to items not taken by students?
Our partners at the First Gen Resource Closet look through any remainders first. Any other remainders are shared with our area community partners. Garments that are not suitable for donation are recycled through a fabric recycling program.
Molly Malloy' 26
"The Weissman Center clothing drive was so helpful, I found business casual pants, shoes, and even a bag that I could wear to my office job! This was such a great opportunity considering how hard it can be to find affordable workwear. "
Oliva Toomey' 26
"I'm so grateful for the Weissman Center clothing drive! I found some great pieces that I’ll be wearing for a long time, and more importantly, I walked away feeling confident and ready for my internship. It really helped me feel like I belong in professional spaces."
Jules Camargo' 25
"The clothing drive got me the blazer that I wore to my job interview for the internship I ended up securing for my semester in D.C. Program! "
Liliana Stinson '27
"I loved the clothing drive and it gave me access to my first ever two piece suit! I wore that suit on a high profile with President Holley!"
How many clothes can you take?
You can take as many articles of clothing or accessories as you’d like, with the exception of suit sets! Students are allowed a limited number of suit sets based on availability.
Where is it?
The annual Clothing Drive is held in Chapin Auditorium
Is this event size and gender inclusive?
Yes it is! We have clothing ranging from size small to plus sized in nearly every clothing category!
What clothes will be available?
Business casual, professional clothing, ranging from dresses, sweaters, slacks, vests, and full suits.
Dress shoes and accessories such as handbags, scarves, belts, and jewelry!
What happens to clothes?
Students will get to go through the clothes at the event, taking any that they would like for free! Our partners at the First Gen Resource Closet look through any remainders first. Any other remainders are shared with our area community partners. Garments that are not suitable for donation are recycled through a fabric recycling program with Helpsy!
Where do the clothes come from?
Alum, student, and faculty/staff donations
Why do this?
The Weissman Center wants to make professional clothing more accessible to students on campus and help them feel empowered while in professional settings!
Contribute to the circular economy approach of fashion—let’s reduce waste and the buying of fast fashion
Allow students to experiment with new clothes and styles for free
What to bring?
Student IDs
Bags big enough carry all the clothes