Clothing vouchers are offered to shelter guests and individuals/families in the community that are in need.
If you or someone you know qualifies for social services and help is needed with clothing, please visit the Rescue Mission of Roanoke (in Reception) to sign up.
Applications for clothing vouchers are accepted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:30 to 4:00pm
To apply for a clothing voucher, you will need to bring:
- Current Photo ID
- Social Security Card for all applying (even children)
- Verification that you are receiving either SSI/SSD, Food Stamps,
- Medicaid (not Medicare), WIC or TANF
If you are employed, please bring a pay stub or recent bank statement to verify income and benefits.
Each time the voucher balance is renewed, the same process must be followed to ensure proper activation, use and eligibility.
Everyone applying for a Clothes Voucher must be present for a photo to be taken (this includes children).
▶ Clothing Voucher Guidelines
Once issued, Voucher Cards can be redeemed at:
- The Donation Center/Voucher Shop; 421 Fourth Street, SE, Roanoke, VA 24013
- Voucher Shop Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:00 to 4:30pm
Voucher Cards for each family member may be used to shop for clothing for the family member the card was issued to (unless a parent wishes to use their card to purchase for their child).
Eligible items include:
- Clothing of all types – shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, jackets, coats, swimsuits
- Accessories – ties, scarves, gloves, belts, hats, cosmetic bag, handbag or wallet
- Shoes (Limit 2 pairs per visit)
- Undergarments – underwear, bras, slips, socks
- Adult diapers
- FREE Bag (1 per year) – tote, backpack or luggage
- FREE Coat (1 per year)
Adults must be present for their voucher to be used. Only parents or legal guardians may purchase children’s clothing with children’s vouchers.
We reserve the right to refuse service or terminate a voucher at any time, for any reason, at our discretion. Vouchers are not redeemable for cash and hold no monetary value.