"The Precious Passdowns Boutique has benefited and continues to benefit many NJ SEEDS families both small and large. It provides clothes, shoes, handbags, and accessories to men, women, and children alike. Precious Passdowns has not only given my children clothes and accessories for their schools, but it offers the finest and most elegant apparel. The Boutique came to our aid at a time when my children really needed the clothes for a formal occasion. My children have found beautiful clothes that fit them perfectly - as if they were tailored just for them. An extremely important factor about the Precious Passdowns Boutique is that the clothes are 100% free. All NJ SEEDS asks for is a small donation which is not even mandatory. Without the great opportunities of the Precious Passdowns Boutique, I don’t know where else I could have turned. As a mother of four, NJ SEEDS, through the Precious Passdowns Boutique, gives me peace of mind knowing that I can always find the best and trendy clothes for my family at no cost. Thank you NJ SEEDS for all the many great and wonderful opportunities given to my family." ~ Abimbola Lawal, mother of Abraham (Scholars ‘08, Seton Hall Prep ‘12, Kenyon College ‘16), Funmilayo (Scholars ‘10, Hill School ‘14) and Abisola (Young Scholars ‘12, Rectory School ‘16)
Thanks to all those who donated new and gently used clothing for our students and their families. This year's Precious Passdowns Boutique was able to provide clothing for more than 200 people over two days. For more information on Precious Passdowns, please contact Jamie McClintock at (973) 642-6422, ext. 226.
"SEEDS taught me to lead by example. They taught me to never feel ashamed of my economic status. They showed me that I could be just as successful as someone born with the advantages that I was born without. That first step into NJ SEEDS almost seven years ago began my journey of a thousand miles."