Thread Together

Last week, Inside Retail featured Thread Together, highlighting our mission and the increasing need for clothing in the community, noting that we are clothing more people today than ever before. The article emphasised our dual focus on empowering people and protecting the planet and highlighted our call to action for the fashion industry “If you do have any aged inventory or anything that’s unsold as a result of stock holdings that you have at the moment, please consider donating that to us,” stated Chesler, noting that it is free to do so. "Thread Together is hoping to make its services more visible to fashion retailers so they can distribute the out-of-season stock that’s sitting in warehouses onto the backs of people who need it most" A big thank you to Inside Retail Australia for the feature! https://lnkd.in/gqmbjcGW

Recently, our CEO Anthony had the honour of speaking at the David Jones Brand Partner Conference 2024. He shared insights into our organisation’s evolution, highlighting our shift to proactive planning in response to natural disasters and our data-driven approach to identifying areas of low resilience. We are incredibly proud to partner with David Jones and are grateful for the opportunity to present to their extensive network of partners. For brands interested in getting involved through volunteering or donating aged inventory, please click here: https://lnkd.in/gNEHpnj7 David Jones Bridget Veals #DavidJones #BrandPartnerConference #CommunityImpact #Volunteering #CorporatePartnerships

We are expanding into the Geelong region, having identified a significant need for our services in this area. Thread Together has been invited to pitch at a live crowdfunding event, where we will present our plans to address the cost of living crisis in Geelong. This event marks an important step in our expansion. Join us in person or virtually at 5:30 PM on September 5th to learn more about our initiative and find out how you can get involved. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gNhecNuT Give Where You Live Foundation

Our CEO, Anthony will be a guest speaker at the National Retail Roadshow, where he will discuss 'Advancing Sustainable Practices in Retail'. Join us for valuable insights into the future of retail. Register now to secure your spot: 📍Brisbane: https://lnkd.in/gZg8PvWp 📍Melbourne: https://lnkd.in/gBrYb9GJ #NationalRetailRoadshow #RetailInnovation #RetailNetworking National Retail Association

This week is homelessness week - a week dedicated to raising awareness of the impact of homelessness in Australia. At Thread Together, we see firsthand how receiving brand new clothing can make a positive impact for individuals experiencing homelessness. New clothes provide warmth, dignity, and hope, helping individuals feel valued and supported during some of their toughest times. #homelessnessweek #endhomelessness #dignityandhope #clothingcommunities

Introducing volunteering to kids early on can shape a future of kindness and community spirit. Recently, we had the unique pleasure of hosting a small group of preschoolers who helped us sort hats into boxes for those in need. This unique once off experience allowed them to engage in meaningful work and see the impact of their efforts firsthand. By involving children in volunteering, we’re not only nurturing a future generation that values compassion and community but also teaching them earlier to be more considered and mindful future consumers. Let’s continue to foster these values and inspire young hearts to contribute to a brighter, more caring world. 🌈🙌 #NextGenVolunteers #KindnessStartsYoung #CommunitySpirit #Volunteering #FutureLeaders #MindfulConsumption

Thread Together’s expansion into Geelong has been featured in today’s Geelong Advertiser! We’re thrilled to see local recognition of the need for our services and the positive impact we plan to make. Our data-driven approach has guided this expansion, helping us: 🟢Identify high-need areas 🟢Optimise resource allocation 🟢Enhance collaboration with local charities Thanks to our data insights and the support of our partners, we’re ready to bring new essential clothing and renewed hope to those in need in Geelong. Here’s to making a difference, one data-driven decision and wardrobe at a time. Geelong Community Foundation The Power In You Project Kane Nuttall Geelong Advertiser

In response to the ongoing impacts of natural disasters, last week Thread Together returned to the Central West region with our mobile wardrobes to continue supporting impacted communities. Partnering with local charities, we provided brand-new clothing to the communities of Eugowra, Parkes, and Forbes, still recovering two years after the devastating floods. We served 248 individuals, offering much-needed support and comfort. Ann from Anglicare in Parkes shared, "Today brought hope.. People are overwhelmed by the generosity of these companies supporting rural communities." #CommunitySupport #DisasterRelief #ThreadTogether

Thread Together is powered by volunteers, and we've had an incredible 2,000+ volunteers this year already! We can't thank you all enough and look forward to welcoming more volunteers in the second half of the year. Book your volunteer session today https://lnkd.in/gRsuHauT

We are focusing on growth in specific areas, with Geelong being one of our focus areas. This morning, with the invaluable support of the Geelong Community Foundation, we hosted a breakfast to introduce over 40 local charities to our mission. Thank you to our existing charity partner, Kane Nuttall from The Power In You Project for sharing the impact of our work with the audience. It was inspiring to connect with so many dedicated registered charities, and we look forward to working together to support those experiencing clothing insecurity in the Geelong area. Geelong Community Foundation DECJUBA Foundation