Boutique

Boutique teamhc October 25, 2024

Clothing and More for Children in Foster Care

Our bright, inviting clothing boutique stocks high quality, new and gently used essentials for children in foster care. We work to provide a dignified and joyful shopping experience where children can choose clothes and personal items that give them comfort and confidence. Foster parents can also stock up on baby gear to prepare for an infant or toddler placement.

Foster children with open case plans are welcome to visit Hope’s Closet’s boutique. Families are met by Shopping Assistants who guide them through the boutique and help them get all the resources available to them, typically 10-14 days of clothes per child, 2-3 pairs of shoes, seasonal items, and more.

Our Impact

In 2025, we hosted 2,027 visits to our boutique and shared 23,000 outfits, 4,600 pairs of pajamas, 3,600 pairs of shoes, and much much more! Sharing this abundance of resources helps foster families provide safe homes for more children in our community who have suffered trauma, loss, neglect, or abuse.

With a new foster placement comes with a lot: appointments, visits, and new routines. However, one thing a foster placement doesn't come with is clothing. Each placement I have gotten has come with the clothes they were wearing, and one or two outfits that were too big or too small, if I was lucky. From the first time I called for an appointment at Hope's Closet, I have felt a burden lifted. They treated me with nothing by kindness and generosity. They have always gotten me in quickly for shopping visits so "how am I going to clothe this new child?" wasn't ever a worry on my ever growing list of things to do. I can always find the things I need there to help with the kids in my care. I am extremely grateful for Hope's Closet and all they have done for me and my foster children, as well as the other foster families they serve.
Erica Foster Parent
Just knowing the resource exists makes saying "yes" so much easier. It's good to know there's always someone in your corner no matter what.
Tiffany Foster Parent

Shopping Visit Occasions

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New Placement
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Spring & Summer Shopping
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Fall & Winter Shopping
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Back to School
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Growth Spurt
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Special Occasion

New and Gently Used Items In Stock

Essentials
  • Clothing for Newborn through Teens
  • Shoes
  • New Socks and Underwear
  • Pajamas
  • Coats and Jackets
  • Diapers and Wipes
  • Swimwear
Extras
  • Baby Gear
  • Toiletries
  • Blankets
  • Books, Toys, Gifts
  • Jewelry
  • Room Decor
  • School Supplies

FAQs

We require a placement letter from Children Services or a referral letter from your caseworker showing that the child you are shopping for is in your care. Please bring your letter with you to your appointment.

Foster children can receive clothing at semi-annual season changes, at our back to school event, and when the child’s size changes.

Yes. We want to make sure that your child gets everything he or she needs by providing you with individualized attention. Appointments will usually last 30-60 minutes, depending on the items needed.

Each child receives 10-14 days of clothing, includes new socks, underwear, pajamas, shoes, and coat. Other items given out such as toiletries, school supplies, accessories, and equipment vary according to the child’s need and the supply available.

Any item given to a child by Hope’s Closet should remain with the child in the event the child leaves your home. We would appreciate it if you could return larger items such as baby swings and strollers to Hope’s Closet if they don’t go home with a child, provided they are no longer needed and still in good condition.

Hope’s Closet is located in Suite C at 9850 Princeton Glendale Road (State Route 747) in West Chester, OH, 45246.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Reba at
513-860-HOPE (4673) or info@hopesclosetohio.org.