Free Tailoring for Schools & Families in Need
Thread by Thread believes every child deserves clothing that fits properly—especially school uniforms that can affect confidence, comfort, and academic success. We offer free tailoring services to schools, families, and organizations serving students who need clothing alterations but can't afford professional tailoring.
School Uniform Alterations:
Hemming pants or skirts to the correct length
Taking in or letting out the waistbands
Adjusting shirt or blouse sleeves
Replacing buttons or fixing broken zippers
Basic repairs (rips, holes, loose seams)
What We Offer
General Clothing Adjustments:
Hemming jeans or casual pants
Shortening or lengthening sleeves
Taking in oversized items for better fit
Basic repairs to extend clothing life
Our pro-bono tailoring services are available to:
Title I schools providing uniforms to students in need
Families experiencing financial hardship
Nonprofit organizations serving low-income youth
Foster care programs
Homeless shelters with children
If you're unsure whether you qualify, reach out—we're here to help.
Who Qualifies
How It Works
Submit a Request: Fill out our tailoring request form below with details about what needs to be altered and how many items.
Drop Off or Mail: Bring items to our Miami location or mail them to us (address provided after request approval).
We Alter: Our team completes alterations within 1-2 weeks, depending on volume.
Pick Up or Delivery: You pick up finished items or we arrange delivery for schools and organizations.
Turnaround Time:
Typically 1-2 weeks, depending on the number of items and complexity of alterations. Rush requests are accommodated when possible for urgent needs (interviews, first day of school, etc.).
Important Notes:
Items must be clean
We cannot alter heavily damaged clothing beyond repair
We prioritize school uniforms and work attire that impact education or employment
Why We Do This
Clothing shouldn't be a barrier to education or opportunity. When a child's uniform doesn't fit properly, it affects their confidence and comfort throughout the day. When a parent can't afford interview attire that fits well, it limits their employment prospects. Our tailoring services remove that barrier—one stitch at a time."