Thread Together

A family of four recently arrived in Australia with just one bag of clothing. Thanks to the kindness of our supporters, we were able to provide them with the essentials they needed to start fresh. If your brand is looking for a meaningful way to give back, consider donating your aged inventory to those who need it most. By donating your excess, you’re not only reducing waste, you’re helping to clothe families in need. Join us in creating a more compassionate and sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/gvEX5Jxh #MakeADifference #ClothingDonations #SupportTheMission

Our CEO, Anthony, was recently featured in Retail Global's Retailer Spotlight. He shared insights about Thread Together's mission, the powerful impact of our partnerships with retailers, and how everyone can contribute—whether through time, talent, network leverage, or financial support. He gave a special shoutout to our incredible partners: Team Global Express, Commonwealth Bank, Goodman, Afterpay, Shopify and all the retailers who help us create meaningful change in the community. Check out a snippet of the interview below or watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gaq-5ecK Thank you, Ashley Hudson Retail Global, for your support and for highlighting our work! #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #ImpactThroughClothing

This week at Melbourne Fashion Week, we were proud to collaborate with Collarts (Australian College of the Arts) by providing unusable excess clothing for redesign and repurposing. The talented Collarts Fashion and Sustainability students created incredible garments using excess stock for the Threads Regenerated Marketplace, showcasing hand-crafted, innovative, and sustainable fashion. This initiative not only reduces waste and keeps fashion in circulation but also demonstrates our commitment to sustainability and innovation. Together, we’re taking steps toward a more sustainable approach to fashion. #MFW2024 #FashionandSustainability #EthicalFashion

Last week, we were pleased to welcome Hon. Matt Thistlethwaite who learned more about Thread Together's services and even helped package a clothing request for someone in need. We appreciate his support in raising awareness about our work. Thank you!

Last week, our CEO Anthony participated in the Future Fashion System Panel which was themed around 'Rethinking Fashion in Victoria – From Waste to Circularity', alongside Courtney Holm from A.BCH (ABCH Pty Ltd), Ben Kaminsky from Textile Recyclers Australia, University of Melbourne, Miriam Borcherdt and Nicoletta Stecca. He spotlighted the challenges of surplus stock and seasonality in fashion, sharing how Thread Together connects brand-new unsold garments to Australians in need. He also advocated for reducing over production. It was an insightful discussion on creating a more sustainable and equitable fashion future, and we look forward to participating in more conversations like this!

Earlier this year, we identified Geelong as a high-need area for our services using data insights. Since then, we’ve onboarded local charities to better support the community. This week, we hosted multiple mobile wardrobe events, providing the community with the choice of brand-new clothing to help restore dignity and confidence. A big thank you to The Outpost Inc., Meli, Cultura and Geelong Food Relief for hosting us and assisting in our efforts to serve the Geelong community in need. A special thanks to the Geelong Community Foundation, Give Where You Live Foundation, Costa Foundation and APCO Foundation for their support which has made this expansion possible. Kristi Clapinski, Jade Augustine, Amy Waters, Zak Davidson, Carmel Carroll, Amy Flint #Empowerment #Community #ThreadTogether

Yesterday, we attended the Eat.Shop.Chop event, hosted by OzHarvest in partnership with Thread Together and Sustainable Salons. As the cost of living continues to impact the broader community, this event brings together a collective of charities to provide essential services and a space where the local community can come together with dignity, choosing their own clothes and food, and accessing essential services that many of us often take for granted. This annual event is dedicated to compassion and service, offering free meals, brand-new clothing and haircuts to those in need. We were proud to provide the community with the choice of brand new clothing.

With the rising cost of living, many Australians are struggling to afford the essentials. Thread Together is stepping up to help by providing new clothing to those in need, easing financial pressures and restoring dignity. Check out the feature in ABC 'https://loom.ly/cxG6API Anglicare WA #ThreadTogether #CostOfLiving #CommunitySupport #CircularFashion #ClothingForChange

What a week! We are so grateful to have been part of the Toyota AFL Grand Final celebrations in Melbourne last week, alongside the AFL Foot-ies Socks! 🏉 We had an amazing time connecting Thread Together with the footy community. Thank you Foot-ies Socks for inviting us to be a part of this experience and for your generosity in much-needed sock donations. #ToyotaAFLGrandFinal #MCG #SockDonation SEVEN7 Group Lincoln Neill

🌟 Abby from Thread Together recently spoke with ABC Far North about our ongoing efforts to support communities affected by natural disasters. Invited by RACQ we recently provided brand-new essential clothing to individuals and families in Wujal Wujal, a community still recovering from the 2023 cyclone. Tune in to hear Abby's heartfelt recount of our day in Wujal Wujal and the positive impact we strive to create. #ThreadTogether #CommunitySupport #DisasterRelief #SocialImpact