With Love to Our Community

This Valentine’s Day, we’re sending lots of love to our amazing community. Because of generous and compassionate people like you, Second Chances has empowered thousands of neighbors with clothing that helps folks feel confident, valued, and ready to chase their goals. These outfits are more than just clothes, they remove barriers to success, offering dignity, self-expression, and choice - one outfit at a time.

Last month, we delivered clothing to Lewis, an 84-year-old Cambridge Health Alliance client living in senior housing in Somerville. Lewis was spending most of his income on rent and food, with little left for clothing. His aging wardrobe was damaged and worn out. You made it possible to deliver a bundle of carefully-selected clothing, including new underwear, socks, and undershirts as well as sweatpants, sweatshirts, and jeans.

Thank you for making second chances possible for neighbors like Lewis. We couldn’t do it without you!

We are grateful for the support Second Chances received from our compassionate community in 2024.

With the help of 60+ clothing drive hosts, our generous sponsors and funders, and countless neighbors who donated clothing. You made it possible to deliver nearly 7,000 items of clothing to 1,200 neighbors in need, while reusing and recycling more than 300,000 pounds of textiles.

Together, we’ve made sure that each person who received clothing felt empowered, welcomed, and valued. Thank you for investing in the power of community, enabling our neighbors to overcome challenges and move forward!

Are you interested in supporting people in our community while increasing your brand’s visibility? We hope you’ll consider sponsoring our 20th Anniversary event!

As a small organization, Second Chances only hosts a fundraising event every five years or so. This is a rare opportunity to reach more than 150 community members, friends, colleagues, and partners, while enjoying food, refreshments, entertainment, and networking.

Funds raised will enable Second Chances to build upon 20 years of impact, keeping clothing in circulation and continuing to support our neighbors.

Join us to celebrate 20 years of Second Chances!

Save the date for a warm, fun community event featuring delicious local food, craft beer and non-alcoholic beverages, entertainment, awards, and a chance to connect with our wonderful community. More details coming soon!

When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Portico Brewing, 101 South Street | Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

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For 20 years, Second Chances, alongside generous donors and compassionate community partners, has removed barriers to success, empowered communities, and protected the planet - one piece of clothing at a time. Our two decades of good work pave the way for even greater impact, keeping clothing in circulation and continuing to support our neighbors.