Assistance with dignity

You don't have to navigate this alone.

Hope 4 Gaston works with trusted referral partners to connect local individuals and families with free clothing through a private, one-on-one shopping appointment.

How it works

A clear path to the Closet of Hope.

Appointments are scheduled after a referral or client inquiry is received.

  1. 01

    Begin with a referral

    Ask your school, DSS caseworker, church, or local assistance organization to submit the online referral form.

  2. 02

    We connect with you

    Hope 4 Gaston reviews the referral and reaches out to arrange an appointment.

  3. 03

    Shop the Closet

    Choose from organized racks of carefully selected clothing with one-on-one attention, privacy, and respect.

What we provide

Clothing chosen with care.

Gently used clothing is available beginning at age 2 through adult sizes, and every piece must be something the team would be proud to wear or give their own family.

  • Carefully selected, genuinely wearable clothing
  • Private, one-on-one shopping appointments
  • No-cost clothing assistance
  • Referrals from trusted local organizations
  • Service rooted in dignity and respect
Painted heart with handprints inside the Closet of Hope

Before you visit

Appointments are required.

The Closet of Hope serves by appointment only. Referral forms and client inquiries should be sent before a visit so the team can schedule your personal shopping time.

Ask a question

Referral partners include Gaston County Department of Social Services, Gaston County Schools, churches, and low-income assistance organizations.

All forms & waivers

Take the next step

Your appointment is built around your choices.

Submit a referral or contact the team with questions about a personal Closet of Hope visit.