Men’s Wearhouse in annual National Suit Drive

Fremont, Calif. -- Men’s Wearhouse has launched its sixth annual National Suit Drive, with a goal to collecting 150,000 gently used professional clothing items through July 31, to donate to unemployed men and women who are trying to re-enter the workforce.



In its first five years, the Men’s Wearhouse National Suit Drive collected more than half a million pieces of business attire, including 120,000 suits.



“The Men’s Wearhouse National Suit Drive provides opportunity to those who are less fortunate,” said president and CEO Doug Ewert. “A suit isn’t just about the outward appearance; it’s about bringing out the best in a man to give him the confidence to move toward success.”



Men’s Wearhouse has partnered with more than 150 nonprofit organizations around the country that will distribute the clothing donations collected through the National Suit Drive to unemployed men and women in need. The local nonprofit partners also prepare these men and women to re-enter the job market through résumé-building workshops, interview preparation and employment training programs.



As a thank-you, clothing donors will receive a coupon for 50% off the regular price of retail items for their next Men’s Wearhouse purchase, excluding shoes and clearance and Everyday Low Price items.



The company is also leveraging its social media pages to generate publicity for the clothing drive. It is encouraging shoppers to share images and videos and to track donations with a live donations counter on its Facebook page.



It will also be offering real-time updates on Twitter that people can find via hashtag #giveasuit. Additionally, for every National Suit Drive mention on Facebook and Twitter, Men’s Wearhouse will contribute $1 (up to $20,000) to the cause.