Bloom
For over 20 years, Bloom has been supporting women, men, and children by providing a two-week high-quality wardrobe at no cost to enhance their ability to secure employment and actively engage in community life.
The Bloom dressing program is accessible through referrals from over 60 partner agencies or schools in Marin County. Bloom provides free wardrobes to men, women, and children to boost their self-esteem and self-confidence.
724
adults received clothing and empowerment services
522
youth and children received clothing suitable for school, thereby removing clothing as a barrier to attendance and engagement
96%
of individuals who received Bloom services say "I feel better about myself as a result of my styling"
97%
of individuals who received Bloom services say "I feel more confident to pursue my goals and dreams as a result of my styling appointment"
Participants in Bloom’s dressing program receive personal styling sessions, where stylists curate a mix and match wardrobe that fits their lifestyle, making them look and feel good.
Our dressing program can only thrive through the support of community members, businesses, and partner organizations.
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT
DONATE CLOTHING
Donations are accepted Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the back of the Bloom building. We do not accept items that have stains, rips, or tears. We do not accept used socks, undergarments, snow gear or boots, or used swimwear.
Donated items must be current (no more than 3 years old) professional and casual clothing commonly seen in the modern workplace or school. We accept vintage clothing in excellent condition. We accept unused makeup and toiletries.
Shop our Amazon wishlist to donate new clothing, shoes, and accessories. Our current needs include girls and boys shoes of all sizes, new socks and undergarments, women’s athleisure leggings and tops in all sizes, purses and jewelry, and boys and teens pants/joggers.
SHOP OUR RETAIL STORE
Revenue from the retail store directly contributes to the dressing program. Our retail store is stocked daily with brand name new and gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories.
We’re open Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Bloom is located in the heart of downtown San Rafael at 1557 Fourth Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901.
BECOME A MEMBER
Join Bloom’s membership program for exclusive perks including year-round retail discounts, early access to sales, a personal stylist appointment, and a special rate on YWCA’s signature events.
CONTACT US
Dressing Program:
415-453-6011
Retail Store:
415-453-1694
Follow us!
YWCA’s Bloom program relies on referrals from over 60+ community partner agencies.
If you are interested in becoming a referral agency, please email us.
A LEGACY
Bloom, formerly Image for Success, was founded by Barbara Lee in 1999 to serve women in Marin County. Barbara Lee’s vision was to provide a positive and personalized shopping experience for women that could boost their self-image while finding suitable clothing for a job interview. In 2022 Bloom Marin became a program of YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley.
