About Caring Partners
Anton’s Cleaners, Inc. has a long tradition of commitment to the community. In 2009, the company established Caring Partners, Inc. to support the continued growth of its community relations programs.
Mission Statement
Caring Partners Inc. is a 501c(3) organization that develops and implements programs to collect and distribute good quality articles of clothing to children, individuals and families in need. Serving Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire, Caring Partners presently sponsors two annual programs, Belle of the Ball in the spring and Coats for Kids in the fall.
Belle of the Ball
Through Belle
of the Ball,
Caring Partners distributes cleaned prom dresses at no charge to
high school junior and senior girls who could not otherwise
afford to attend their school’s prom. Unlike other prom gown
collection drives, this program culminates with a day-long boutique
staffed by volunteers to provide a magical experience for the qualified
participants. The number of participants, volunteers and offerings
grows with each annual boutique.
Donation needs
In addition to the donation of prom dresses, both in-kind and financial
donations are needed to further help the girls who attend the Belle
of the Ball boutique. Cash donations are used to purchase shoes, jewelry,
accessories, gift certificates for hair and nail salons, corsages, limo
services and other prom related services. In-kind donations are welcome
for prom-related services or boutique day needs.
100% of all donations will go toward enhancing the Belle
of the Ball boutique day.
For more information visit www.antons.com/belle
Coats for Kids
Through Coats
for Kids, Caring Partners distributes
cleaned winter coats to children and adults who are otherwise not able
to afford them. The mission of Coats for Kids is simple—anyone
in need of a coat will have one. Coats are distributed at no charge through
an extensive network of distribution partners. Since its inception, Coats
for Kids has collected and distributed over 620,000 coats.
Donation needs
In addition to the donation of good quality winter coats, financial
and in-kind donations are needed to strengthen the program. While a key
to the successful coat drives is the participation of elementary and
middle schools, the program also provides an introduction to community
involvement for young students. A School
Rewards Program™ recognizes and congratulates students for their hard work during
the collection process. Additional donations make it possible for to
enhance and expand the School Rewards Program™. An objective is to offer
more educational entertainment programs.
100% of all donations will go toward enhancing and expanding the Coats
for Kids program.
For more information, visit www.antons.com/cfk
Tax Status
Cash contributions and in-kind donations to Caring Partners, Inc. are tax deductible under section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code. Checks should be made payable to Caring Partners, Inc.
How to donate
Please send all donations to
Anton's Cleaners
c/o Christine Masello
500 Clark Rd
Tewksbury, MA 01876
If you would like your donation earmarked to one of the programs or for
a specific purpose, please indicate on your check and/or in a letter.
Contact information
Christine Masello
500 Clark Rd
Tewksbury, MA 01876
phone: 978-851-3721
christine@antons.com