Service Update
Service update communication:
The ClothingWorks program would like to inform you of some changes to our program delivery, expanded service area and fees.
Give confidence to succeed
Do you need professional clothing for a job interview? Click here to register.
Job Seekers Assisted
Outfits Provided to Job Seekers
Referral Partners in the Community
About Clothing Works
When looking for a job, making a strong first impression is critical during the interview process. Unfortunately, many people don’t have the resources or coaching to look their very best. That’s where ClothingWorks comes in.
ClothingWorks uses community support, such as donations of high quality clothing as well as the skills and time of dedicated staff and volunteers, to give job seekers clothing and confidence to make the best possible first impression with prospective employers.
About Your Appointment
When you arrive for your scheduled appointment, please go to the 2nd Floor Career Centre at 255 Horton St. E., London to check in at reception. ClothingWorks is no longer using plastic bags, so you may want to also bring a reusable shopping bag if you have one.
Our Mission
Promoting economic independence of people by providing professional attire, a network of support and the tools to foster confidence and achievement in work and life.
Our History
Established in 1998, ClothingWorks has been a valued resource in the community, assisting over 10,000 individuals. Hosted by Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes since 2014, ClothingWorks depends on the support of donors, volunteers and community partners.
How It Works
Refer a Job Seeker
Refer a Job Seeker
In order to refer a job seeker to the ClothingWorks program at Goodwill, your agency must be a referral partner. Not a referral partner yet? Please connect with us!
Schedule An Appointment
Schedule An Appointment
After the referral is made, please contact ClothingWorks to schedule your appointment with our style consultant. Call 519-850-9000 or e-mail info@clothingworks.ca.
Meet a Style Consultant
Meet a Style Consultant
At the appointment, the ClothingWorks' style consultant will meet with each individual to discuss clothing needs, perform measurements, and present properly fitted items. The goal is to meet the style needs of the ClothingWorks participant, with our style consultant offering expert advice to boost each individual's presentation and improve job success.
Get Confidence to Succeed
Get Confidence to Succeed
The job seeker is now completely outfitted and will be able to go into the job interview or workplace with more confidence and make a better first impression.
How can you help?
REFER SOMEONE IN NEED.
There are currently 55 agencies in London that can refer to the ClothingWorks program at Goodwill.
Are you an agency partner that works with an individual who needs interview clothing? Click here to make a referral.
Does your agency want to be a referring partner to ClothingWorks? Please contact us.
DONATE CLOTHING.
Interview clothing donations are always welcome to provide a constant flow of inventory to meet client needs.
DONATE MONEY.
On average, the cost to assist one person with the essential start-up necessities is $115. Personal and corporate monetary donations to ClothingWorks are a great way to give someone a hand up, as opposed to a hand-out (taxable receipt will be issued).
ORGANIZE A CLOTHING DRIVE.
Placing clothing racks and signage at an event or office provides an opportunity for everyone to clean out their closets and support job seekers who need interview clothing.
VOLUNTEER.
Investing your time is an excellent way to help ClothingWorks. As one of our amazing volunteers, you might help with events, with donation drives, sorting and merchandising, or working with our clients as a volunteer consultant.
From the Blog
ClothingWorks Winter Coat & Accessories Donation Drive
Help us give the gift of warmth to our community this winter!
ClothingWorks is hosting a Winter Coat & Accessories Donation Drive & Giveaway in several of our communities, Sponsored by the Westmount Shopping Centre.
ClothingWorks May Sale
Join us at the ClothingWorks Sale on Saturday, May 27th at the Goodwill Boutique (765 Hyde Park Road) in London! We’re offering men’s casual/summer suits & blazers … plus overstock of some women’s items! We also have a certified Men’s image consultant on hand for free suit fittings from 10 am – 1 pm! Help support our program! The ClothingWorks Sale is open to the public, so stop by and grab some amazing finds!
Looking for Volunteer Wardrobe Consultants
The Goodwill Industries-ClothingWorks program is growing, and we are recruiting volunteer wardrobe consultants to help advise our clients and build their confidence, by giving them encouragement, positive reinforcement, through access to appropriate clothing, enabling them to make a great first impression in their job search and achieve their goals.
ClothingWorks Winter Donation Drive and Give Away
ClothingWorks is hosting a Winter Coat & Accessories Donation Drive and Giveaway Sponsored by the Westmount Shopping Centre, and in partnership with Curiosities, Tyner Shortens, & Lifestyles women’s wear.
Help us give the gift of warmth to our community this winter!
The ClothingWorks Donation Drive will take place from September 19 to October 10, 2022.
Clothing Works Partners with Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
ClothingWorks is once again supporting St Vincent De Paul with clothing donations and volunteers to help with their 2022 Spring/Summer street outreach to the homeless. Please see the attached poster with details.
Would you like to contribute? Just drop off your donations at the Goodwill Donation Centre at 255 Horton St and label the donation for the ClothingWorks / SSVP giveaway. You can also advise the attendant.
Earth Week Donation Drive
With Earth Day fast approaching, Goodwill and ClothingWorks have partnered with Westmount Shopping Centre once again for a special Earth Week donation drive!