About the St. Louis Suit Project

Our mission is to help build a positive self image for underprivileged men and women. Our product is new or used business attire that is appropriate for a professional atmosphere. These young adults will be properly outfitted and attired through the generous donations of our supporters. The St. Louis Suit Project will show the importance of a first impression, specifically in a competitive work force.

The St. Louis Suit Project’s mission is to provide professional business attire to deserving individuals in need, aiming to overcome financial inequality and adversity. To qualify for a donation, applicants must perform a genuine random act of kindness for someone else, without any cost requirement.

Through the generosity of our donors, we collect new and gently-used garmets. These garments are either donated to community organizations in the St. Louis area or, when possible, matched directly to recipients in need.

The St. Louis Suit Project actively seeks new and gently used professional attire, as well as monetary donations, as part of its purposeful and nonprofit 501(c)3 charity operation. The Co-Founders and Board of Directors volunteer their time without compensation. Financial contributions primarily support the purchase of new suits and tailoring expenses, and all qualifying donations are tax-deductible.

We accept requests for assistance for both groups and individuals. Donations can be scheduled here.

Co-Founders

The St. Louis Suit Project was co-founded by Christopher Dixon, Benjamin Lawler, and Stephen Brooks. Our mission is currently accomplished with support from our dedicated Board of Directors.

Tax Information

The St. Louis Suit Project is a §501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Appointments to make a donation can be made online through this website, by emailing us at thestlouissuitproject@gmail.com. At the time of donation, we will provide the donor with a donation receipt to be retained for tax purposes. While we do not place a value on the donated goods, IRS Publication 561, 526, and 8283 can be utilized in determining the value of the item donated. Please see the links below for the IRS Publications as well as a valuation guide that provides a listing of the average prices in their stores for items in good condition.

Assessing the Value of Donations

Federal law allows donors to claim a tax deduction for financial contributions, as well as donated business attire items in a “good, used condition or better”. The St. Louis Suit Project does not provide assistance or offer guidelines for the estimated value of donated items. It is advised that donors contact their local tax professional to determine the “fair market value” of donated items in your region.

The St. Louis Suit Project will provide donors with a receipt for validation purposes on the date a donation is made. This receipt will not include a dollar amount, and the St. Louis Suit Project does not retain copies of the receipts. In order to claim your deduction, you must retain the original receipt provided on the date of your donation.

The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) does not allow the St. Louis Suit Project to confirm or authorize the value of any donation. However, the IRS requires donors to value their own donated items. The St. Louis Suit Project has provided helpful links below for donors to use when determining the value of donated items. These publications are helpful, however, we advise you to always consult with your local tax professionals to ensure a proper valuation.

A copy of our 501(c)3 Approval Letter is available.

Helpful Tax-related Links

Below is a list of helpful tax related resources to assist in the preparation of your tax return:

IRS Publication 561 – Determine the Value of Donated Property (pdf)

IRS Publication 526 – Charitable Contributions (pdf)

IRS Publication 8283 – Non-Cash Charitable Contributions

Click Here for Instructions Regarding – IRS Form 8283