Find A Local Drop Off
You can help us provide everyday essentials for children and families who face the challenge of Clothing Insecurity.
Learn more about how you can help.
Fiscal Year 2025 Highlights Report
As we reflect on the past fiscal year (April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025), one thing is clear: our community showed up in a big way. Thanks to your unwavering support, Cradles to Crayons was able to meet growing needs across Chicagoland and provide essential items to thousands of children.
We distributed more clothing, shoes, hygiene items, and school supplies than ever before—helping families feel prepared, supported, and seen. This impact is a direct result of what happens when a community believes in showing up for one another.
Community Backpack-A-Thon
Join us for a NEW special volunteer event hosted at The Giving Factory this summer! Community Backpack-A-Thon brings together individuals, families, and community members to pack brand-new school supplies into backpacks for local children. This event supports our Ready for Learning initiative and our goal to provide 100,000 stuffed backpacks to Chicagoland children for the upcoming school year.
Space is limited at this event, so act fast!
Take Action
Volunteer
We work with families, individuals, community groups, and companies to process clothing donations at The Giving Factory. Your time is vital to getting children the everyday essentials they need to thrive.
Fund the Cause
Children experiencing poverty are right around the corner. Help them however you can.
Events
Join us for an event in The Giving Factory or in a Chicagoland community. Learn more about our signature events and check out our events calendar to see if we’re hosting an event near you.
The Difference We're Making
Service Partners
Our whole focus is to make our collaborative process as easy and streamlined as possible. This helps us to empower the children you serve at home, at school and at play by providing the everyday essentials that match their individual needs.
In the News
We host special events and activities throughout the year in our Giving Factory and in local communities to enable community groups, families, and businesses to support our mission and help neighbors in need.