Clothing

Through our Rescued Treasures Clothing Program, the Frederick Rescue Mission gives away gently-used clothing—donated from the Frederick community—for free to men, women, and children who have a need. We accept all sizes of clothing and shoes.

There are many items we accept; for a complete list, scroll down. **We are no longer accepting furniture or household item donations.

If you would like to support the Mission, please visit our Giving or Current Needs pages.

Dropbox locations

Clothing donations can be dropped off at our front office during business hours if a tax receipt is desired. At this time, we are not able to do pick-ups. Clothing donations may also be donated at one of our convenient drop box locations:

  • Brook Hill United Methodist Church (8946 Indian Springs Rd., Frederick)
  • Damascus Road Community Church (12826 Old National Pike, Mt Airy)
  • Faith Reformed Presbyterian Church (8158 Yellow Springs Rd, Frederick)
  • First Baptist Church (7040 Bowers Rd., Frederick)
  • First Baptist Church of Green Valley (11402 Ridge Ln., Monrovia)
  • Grace Community Church (5102 Old National Pike, Frederick)
  • Frederick Church of the Brethren (201 Fairview Ave., Frederick)
  • Frederick Community College, between Annapolis Hall & Gambrill Hall (7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick)
  • Frederick Rescue Mission parking lot (419 W South St., Frederick)
  • Harvest Christian Fellowship (8707 Indian Springs Rd, Frederick)
  • Middletown United Methodist Church (7108 Fern Ct., Middletown)
  • Mt. Airy Baptist Church (1402 N. Main St., Mt. Airy)
  • Starbucks/Bank of America (7th St. Frederick)
  • Valley Baptist Church (5678 Holter Rd., Middletown)
  • Wells Fargo (off Monocacy Boulevard, back of building)

DONATIONS WE ACCEPT

  • Shirts of All Types
    (i.e. dress, casual, gym, and etc.)
  • Pants of All Types
    (i.e. dress, casual, gym, and etc.)
  • Dresses of All Types
    (i.e. dress, casual, and etc.)
  • Gowns
  • Socks
  • Under Garments
  • Pajamas
  • Jackets/Coats
  • Hats
  • Scarves
  • Gloves
  • Shoes
  • Belts
  • Purses
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Washcloths
  • Blankets
  • All textiles are accepted

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED

  • Furniture
    (couches, tables, etc.)
  • Household Items
  • Electronics
    (power cables, cell phones, TVs, laptops, etc.)
  • Exercise Equipment
  • Desks
  • Gas Appliances
  • Console
  • Televisions/Stereos
  • Disassembled Items
  • Books/Magazines/DVDs
  • Waterbeds
  • Mattresses/Box Springs
  • Toys
    (unless new in package)
  • Large Baby Equipment
    (Strollers, carriers, car seats, cribs, etc.)
  • Outdoor Equipment
    (slides, ride on toys, baby pools, etc.)
  • Utensils
    (specifically, knives)

For questions regarding clothing please contact Greg, our Recycling Manager, at 301-695-6633 x 207, or email: glamp@therescuemission.org

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Shari Balodato
Faith House Program Specialist

Shari Badolato is the Program Specialist for Fath House. Before joining the Mission staff, she was a church Kids and Family Pastor. Shari enjoys hand lettering and going to the beach and movies with her family. She says, “I am grateful for the hope I have found in Jesus and have a passion for helping women find wholeness and healing in Him. I consider it a true privilege to partner with The Faith House.”

Brenda Bell
Rescued Treasures Coordinator

Brenda coordinates the volunteers who sort clothes and assist guests in Rescued Treasures.

She has been working with people in poverty since 1981. She says, “First, I befriend them. Then I find out what they need and refer them to the program that could best help. I only help people who want help, and only in the ways they want help. Some people have addiction problems and don’t want to leave the street. I’m still their friend.”

Carol Switzer
Faith House Program Coordinator

Carol coordinates the programs at Faith House, working with residents to help them develop skills for independence. Carol also runs Crossed Bridges with her husband Jonathan. She enjoys playing any sport with a ball, crocheting, bike riding, and spending time with her husband and five children. 

“He who loves God must love his brother also.” (1 John 4:21) explains what wakes Carol up in the morning to begin a new day; being able to serve the Lord while working with people, whether it be administratively or relationally. She loves hearing the testimonies of how Jesus has changed people’s lives, especially because He’s done so much for her!