Dear Outfitters, I am a single mother of four. I have a third grader that for the very first time got a chance to go “school shopping.” She has NEVER in her life been so happy! She was VERY excited about being able to shop and try on what she wanted without me telling her “not now, I don’t have money.” I have two boys that started kindergarten this year and it was so exciting for them! It actually brought tears to my eyes to see all them run home and lay their clothes out and tried them on several times. We had our own little fashion show in our kitchen. Then for the next week straight every time relatives came over – the kids would go and get every outfit and try them on all over again. They honestly were the happiest I have EVER seen any of them!! They each had their own bag that they put up on their own spot and actually watched me wash them to be sure I didn’t mix up their clothes. I am VERY VERY thankful for Outfitters! You have made my kids feel like “normal” kids going to school with “new clothes.” My daughter’s self esteem is VERY HIGH and now she really cares about how beautiful she has always been, but never felt beautiful until now. Thank you very MUCH!”

Dear Outfitters, I am writing to you as an elementary teacher where I have had first hand opportunities to witness how your store has made positive lifestyle changes for students in my building. Last week I was greeted by an enthusiastic, wide-eyed sixth grader in the hallway who usually enters the building with her head down making no eye contact as she comes to school each day. She was smiling from ear to ear and her cheeks had a rosy glow. She stood and silently waited for me to notice that she had on a new shirt, skirt, socks and shoes. She had even added a hint of makeup and some lovely jewelry to accessorize her clothes. I asked her where she had been shopping and she said, “The cool new store – Outfitters!” I cannot possibly explain in words the fullest extent of this dramatic, positive, overnight change in this lovely child. The very next day one of my students came to the room whirling and twirling through the door asking if we could have “show and tell”, which we seldom have, so she could show the class and tell them all about her new outfit. I, again, asked her where she had been shopping and she replied, “Outfitters – the best new store in town!” I noticed her all day sitting up straighter, smiling brighter, and making new friends on the playground as she wanted to tell them all about her new clothes and the new store. Thank you for all you are doing for all of our children in this community. I cannot think of a more important mission for the people of our church. You are making it possible for all children to come to school on a more level playing field. These blessed children are now more able to reach their academic potentials because they feel so much better about themselves. I thank you and I thank God for your organization! With much appreciation, Mrs. Lori Ryan East Elementary