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Clothing & Basic Needs · South Portland

Everyday basics,
around South Portland.

Find clothing closets, winter clothing, holiday gifts for kids, diapers, hygiene supplies, household essentials, and furniture assistance in or around South Portland.

Find clothing and essentials

Clothing and basic needs resources around South Portland

Local listings and statewide options. Contact the organization before visiting.

  • ClothingDiapers & baby supplies

    First Congregational Church Children's Closet

    301 Cottage Rd, South Portland, ME 04106

    The Children’s Closet offers gently used clothing, books and toys for children and youth from newborn to teens.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call to confirm current hours.
    Who this helps
    Children and youth from newborn to teens who need clothing.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Holiday gifts

    Press Herald Toy Fund

    295 Gannett Drive South Portland, ME 04106

    The Press Herald Toy Fund gives age-appropriate gifts to children in need in six Maine counties. Parents or legal guardians may apply for children from infancy through age 16.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call to confirm current hours.
    Who this helps
    Children in need from infancy through age 16 who live in York, Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Androscoggin, or Knox County may qualify. A parent or legal guardian may apply. Children who turn 17 on or before Christmas Day are not eligible.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Holiday gifts

    AFFM Holiday Gift Giving Program

    Statewide support

    AFFM invites resource families in Maine to request holiday gifts for children in their care.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call to confirm current hours.
    Who this helps
    Foster, adoptive, and kinship families may request gifts for children who live with them. AFFM asks families already receiving help from another holiday program to consider not requesting again.

    Confirm details with the organization.

Listings may include nearby communities. Contact the organization to confirm its current location, hours, and who it serves.

Check before making the trip.

These programs depend on supplies, space, and local referral arrangements.

  1. Ask about the exact item

    Mention clothing and diaper sizes, seasonal needs, or the furniture item you are looking for. Stock can change.

  2. Check the process and price

    Ask whether items are free, sold at a reduced price, or available through a voucher. Some programs need a referral.

  3. Plan pickup or delivery

    Confirm collection hours and whether delivery is offered. For furniture, check dimensions and transport before agreeing to collect it.