We are honored by the support that we receive from the community at large.
The Sewing Labs gladly accepts 'in-kind' donations of the following items:
All materials must be in clean, usable condition, free from pet dander, smoke or moisture.
- Apparel Fabrics: quantities of 1 yard or longer in any direction:
- Apparel (all types)
- Home décor
- Quilting fabrics
- Cotton yardage
- Pre-cuts (jelly rolls, layer cakes, fat quarters, charm packs, etc.)
- Quilt panels
- Finished quilt tops and blocks
- Interfacings & Batting:
- Clean interfacing (fusible if applicable) with viable glue
- Cotton or cotton-blend batting
- Notions: All types, new or gently used, especially:
- Thread, especially black and white
- Zippers
- Pins
- Snaps
- Velcro
- Sewing machine needles
- Hand sewing needles
- Sewing Tools: All types, new or gently used, especially:
- Scissors
- Rotary cutters and blades
- Rulers & measuring tapes
- Cutting mats
- Seam rippers
- Marking pencils
- Pattern paper
- Chalk
- Irons
- Pressing tools
- Irons
- Sewing hams
- Clappers
- Sleeve roll
- Collar press
- Steamers
- Sewing Machines: We accept all domestic sewing machines and sergers, whether new or gently used, in working order with power cord, foot pedal, and potentially some accessories. Please note we cannot accept machines in cabinets or industrial machines.
Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Donations outside of these hours are by appointment only.
We are located at 526 Campbell St, Kansas City, MO 64106 within the Don Bosco Community Center. Come to our door with a yellow awning and ring the doorbell. Someone will come to greet you and help bring in your donation.
We are immensely grateful for your financial contributions, regardless of size. Your generosity helps us provide programming and job skills training, introducing the sewing arts to a new generation. Your gift can support our general fund, or you can choose specific programs to support.
For inquiries regarding full program sponsorships or business sponsorships, please contact our Chief Executive Director, Robyn Kerkaert, or email us at info@thesewinglabs.org for further details.
