Teen Clothes Crisis for Foster Kids | Auckland News

Teenagers in foster care across Waikato are going without proper clothing, leading some to skip school events out of embarrassment — but a local charity is stepping up. Founded by Linda and Graeme Roil after witnessing firsthand the struggles of kids entering foster care with nothing but the clothes on their backs, Kids in Need Waikato provides essential care packages, including clothing and toiletries. The biggest gap? Teen-sized apparel. When teens finally get clothes that fit and match their peers, it’s not just about warmth or modesty — it’s about dignity, confidence, and belonging. A recent $10,000 donation from the Milford Foundation is helping fill this urgent need, while the charity continues to call for community support — both financial and through donations of gently used teen clothing — as they gear up to distribute winter packs and keep these vulnerable youth warm and seen. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/10fbc906c91ab45e