Created in 1986 as a mayoral initiative under former Mayor Ed Koch and now managed by Peter Young Housing, Industries & Treatment, New York City Clothing Bank is the only program in New York City to distribute new apparel, toys and other goods to help New Yorkers in need.

Although the New York City Clothing Bank is assisted by dedicated volunteers, key financial contributors and more than 300 apparel manufacturers and other organizations the need for donations has never been greater than now. New York City Clothing Bank's community resource center has an annual demand for up to $10 million worth of clothing and other goods to non-profit and government agencies serving approximately 80,000 adults and children throughout the five boroughs.

New York City Clothing Bank also participates in New York's emergency response initiatives as a key partner in New York City Voluntary Organizations active in Disaster. Later this year, New York City Clothing Bank will be launching its own warehouse and distribution training program.