Uniform Vouchers

Schools Requiring Vouchers

Many schools have a dress code which requires a school logo embroidered shirt or a uniform, as is the case with vocational and parochial schools.

In these cases, Charity Newsies will provide a clothing voucher based on the school’s dress code. This is a single use voucher issued in the name of the child and school provided. It is non-transferable and must be used by the expiration date on the voucher.

The voucher is for a fixed amount. If the clothing is less than the amount of the voucher, no change is given. If the clothing is more than the amount, the applicant is required to pay the difference.

These vouchers are valid for in-person use (not online) at:

  • Educational Apparel  (614) 876-3030
    3906 Brown Park Drive, Hilliard  
  • School Closet & School Days
    73 North Stygler Rd., Gahanna  (614) 476-4104

Students wearing clothing provided by vouchers to educational clothing stores
Charity Newsies can assist with the purchase of a school uniform with a Uniform Voucher.
Students provided vocational uniforms from Charity Newsies at Fort Hayes High School

Career Center Schools

For students attending a career center, uniform requests must go through the student’s Guidance Counselor or trade teacher. Where applicable, students can receive the proper uniform for their field of study, such as medical scrubs, lab coats, smocks, aprons, chef coats, coveralls, and mechanic work shirts.

For eligible students attending a career center school: 

Step 1: Apply Online (Required) 

Families must apply for the Charity Newsies Clothe-A-Child Program. 

  • Include your career center student and all other eligible children on the same application
  • Applications fill up quickly — apply as early as possible
  • The school will need your Application Number
  • Families and students must meet eligibility requirements to receive help

Step 2: Charity Newsies Will Contact You 

After your application is approved, Charity Newsies will contact you to confirm what type of clothing your child needs. 

Step 3: What Happens Next 

If NO special uniform is required 

  • Your child will receive school clothing directly from Charity Newsies

If a special uniform IS required 

  • The school (counselor or trade teacher) will handle the request after school starts 
  • The school will use your Application Number to confirm eligibility 
  • The school will order the uniform 
  • Charity Newsies will pay for the uniform (up to $150)