Spreading joy and hope by providing beautiful wedding dresses to brides in need, making their special day dreams come true regardless of financial circumstances.
The Brides Hope Closet was born from the belief that every bride should have access to a beautiful wedding dress, regardless of her financial situation. Through the generous donations of dresses and the volunteers who care for them, we've helped hundreds of brides walk down the aisle with confidence and joy.
Beautiful gowns in all sizes and styles, completely free to qualifying brides.
One-on-one consultations to help you find the perfect dress for your special day.
Accessories, alterations assistance, and wedding planning resources.
Fill out our simple application form with your story, size, and style preferences.
Once approved, we'll schedule a private appointment for you to try on dresses.
Work with our stylists to find the perfect dress and receive styling advice.
Take your dress home and walk down the aisle with confidence and joy!
Reach out to let us know you have a dress (or dresses) to donate.
Arrange a convenient time to bring your dress to our collection center.
We professionally clean, inspect, and catalog your donated dress.
Your dress finds a new home with a bride who will treasure it.
We accept dresses that are clean and in good condition. Minor stains, missing buttons, or loose beading are okay - our volunteers can handle basic repairs. We cannot accept dresses with major damage, strong odors, or significant staining.
"I never thought I'd be able to afford a wedding dress after my fiancé lost his job. The Brides Hope Closet not only gave me a beautiful dress, but the volunteers made me feel so special and loved. I felt like a princess on my wedding day!"
- Maria S., Bride 2024
"After my divorce, I never imagined I'd remarry. When I found love again, I wanted a simple ceremony, but the team at Brides Hope Closet convinced me I deserved to feel beautiful. They found me the perfect dress and I felt radiant!"
- Sarah M., Bride 2024
"Donating my dress was emotional, but knowing it would help another bride was amazing. When I got the thank you note from the bride who wore it, I cried happy tears. It was like my dress got to be magical twice!"
- Linda K., Donor 2024
Since 2019, the Brides Hope Closet has provided over 350 dresses to brides in need, supported by donations from more than 200 generous women in our community.
Whether you need a dress or have one to share, you can be part of making wedding dreams come true.
123 Hope Street
Community Center, Room 15
Charlotte, NC 28205
By Appointment Only
Tuesday - Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Phone: (704) 555-HOPE
Email: [email protected]
Emergency/Urgent Requests:
Call our 24/7 helpline:
(704) 555-URGENT