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Clothing on display at The Works.
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WHAT IS THE WORKS?The Works is a free clothing room that provides high quality, clean, gently used children’s and teen clothing and self-care items to Shoreline School District families. Shoreline families can bring their children to “shop” for gently used, stylish clothing.
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TO SHOP AT THE WORKS:
- Families must have a Shoreline School District address or have a child who attends a Shoreline School District school.
- Each qualifying family may sign up in advance for only one {1) 30 minute time slot each month.
- Walk-ins are accepted if space allows.
HOURS
The Works is normally open on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00pm when school is in session. If you cannot make it to The Works during our open hours, you can email Andrea Petrusky at theworks@shorelinepta.org or leave a message on The Works information line at (206) 393-4916 to arrange an appointment time. The Works does not operate during school vacations or the summer break.
PTA volunteers dropping off clothing and hygiene donations at The Works. We are so grateful for the generosity of our community.
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LOCATION
The Works is located on the north side of the Shoreline Center at 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155! Enter the north parking lot off of 1st Avenue NE (just south of the tennis courts). Once in the parking lot, drive straight until you have to turn right. Then as you continue straight ahead, you'll see our blue door and the sign for The Works.
Donations
The Works
Donations of washed, gently used children’s and teen clothing, clean shoes, and purses in good condition are being accepted on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm when school is in session.
The Skills Center
Can’t make it Wednesday night? Donations can be dropped off at the Skills Center (formerly Training & Production Center). The Skills Center is located behind the Spartan Recreation Center. The door to the building will be locked, so please leave your donation outside the Skills Center door during these times.
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 8:30 am - 2 pm
WE CANNOT ACCEPT: Toys, bedding, books, furniture, and household goods
Financial Contributions
Monetary donations are also needed to purchase new underwear, socks, and personal hygiene products. The Works Clothing Room is operated by the Shoreline PTA Council, which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All gifts are greatly appreciated and are used to support all Council programs, including The Works. Note "The Works" to designate your donation. Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
1. Print a Donation Form and mail in with a check (payable to Shoreline PTA Council) to:
PO Box 55832
Shoreline, WA 98155
2. Use our secure online form to make a one-time gift (or set up a recurring donation schedule) with payment via PayPal. Note: the link above and below will open a new page with a web address that starts with secure.lglforms.com. After you fill out the donation form and click on Enter Payment Information, you will be directed to PayPal to complete your transaction.
Donations of washed, gently used children’s and teen clothing, clean shoes, and purses in good condition are being accepted on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm when school is in session.
The Skills Center
Can’t make it Wednesday night? Donations can be dropped off at the Skills Center (formerly Training & Production Center). The Skills Center is located behind the Spartan Recreation Center. The door to the building will be locked, so please leave your donation outside the Skills Center door during these times.
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 8:30 am - 2 pm
WE CANNOT ACCEPT: Toys, bedding, books, furniture, and household goods
Financial Contributions
Monetary donations are also needed to purchase new underwear, socks, and personal hygiene products. The Works Clothing Room is operated by the Shoreline PTA Council, which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All gifts are greatly appreciated and are used to support all Council programs, including The Works. Note "The Works" to designate your donation. Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
1. Print a Donation Form and mail in with a check (payable to Shoreline PTA Council) to:
PO Box 55832
Shoreline, WA 98155
2. Use our secure online form to make a one-time gift (or set up a recurring donation schedule) with payment via PayPal. Note: the link above and below will open a new page with a web address that starts with secure.lglforms.com. After you fill out the donation form and click on Enter Payment Information, you will be directed to PayPal to complete your transaction.
Volunteers
Use this handy online form to request to volunteer at The Works! Note that the link goes to an external website hosted by secure.lglforms.com.
The Works is run by a committee of PTA volunteers representing different schools throughout the Shoreline School District. They are supported each Wednesday by volunteers from local PTA units and community members. We request that each local PTA unit sign up to assist 2 Wednesdays during the school year using this link: https://signup.com/go/qgfeems.
Here are the Volunteer Guidelines for The Works.
Teen Volunteer Hours
The Works provides an opportunity for teen volunteer hours on weekends and some weekday evening hours. Teens must make arrangements ahead of time by contacting theworks@shorelinepta.org. Please see Student Volunteer Guidelines and Student Volunteer Agreement.
The Works is run by a committee of PTA volunteers representing different schools throughout the Shoreline School District. They are supported each Wednesday by volunteers from local PTA units and community members. We request that each local PTA unit sign up to assist 2 Wednesdays during the school year using this link: https://signup.com/go/qgfeems.
Here are the Volunteer Guidelines for The Works.
Teen Volunteer Hours
The Works provides an opportunity for teen volunteer hours on weekends and some weekday evening hours. Teens must make arrangements ahead of time by contacting theworks@shorelinepta.org. Please see Student Volunteer Guidelines and Student Volunteer Agreement.
FAMILY SERVICE CHAIRS
Each local PTA's Family Service Chair is the liaison with The Works committee. Local PTAs are provided each year with current poster, newsletter article and contact information. The Works committee works with the Family Service Chair to distribute information to local school families about the service and about donation needs. See Manual.
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The Works Brochure
The Works Flyer (English) The Works Flyer (Spanish) The Works forms: Student Volunteer Guidelines Student Volunteer Agreement Adult Volunteer Agreement Adult Volunteer Guidelines |
Award winners for contributions to The Works:
Golden Hanger Info for Family Service Chairs Chair Manual Chair Check List |