From minimum to maximum

Choosing clothing with dignity, care and respect.

Kledingbank Maxima is a fashion shop without a till for people on a minimum income in Groningen and the surrounding area. You choose what suits you in a welcoming shop without judgement.

  • Freefor people who are eligible
  • Personalwith time and attention for your situation
  • Nearbyseven locations across the province of Groningen
Entrance to Kledingbank Maxima

A shopping experience without a till
Choose for yourself, try items on and go home with confidence.

See Maxima in action

Get to know Kledingbank Maxima

This introductory video shows what Kledingbank Maxima stands for: a welcoming, accessible place where people receive support with respect.

It gives you a clear impression of how we work, the atmosphere in the shop and what we can offer visitors, volunteers and partners.

Meet Kledingbank Maxima

A brief impression of our mission, the shop and the people behind Kledingbank Maxima.

From application to visit

Applying for support in three steps

Start the Maxima check

Get an initial indication and see which documents may be useful to bring.

Choose your location

Each location has its own service area. Its page lists the address, opening hours and practical information.

Visit with confidence

At Maxima, you choose clothing in a shop that feels like an ordinary fashion store, with care, respect and without judgement.

Strong locally, together

Local impact in Groningen

7Kledingbank Maxima locations in Groningen
100%volunteer organisation with strong local ties
1 missionhelping people with suitable clothing and dignity

Kledingbank Maxima works locally in Groningen and the surrounding area. Volunteers, referrers, municipalities, funds, businesses and other partners provide practical clothing support close to home. The location always makes the final assessment carefully, with attention to privacy and personal circumstances.

Nearby and personal

Our locations

Quickly find your nearest location for clothing support, donations or volunteering. Each page contains practical information, its service area and next steps.

Partnership with Dress for Success

Dress for Success is not part of Kledingbank Maxima, but it is an important partner. We can refer people who need extra support with job applications, presentation or suitable clothing for an interview.

More about this partnership
Together we make a difference

Donate, volunteer and work together

Donate clothing or money

Good, clean and wearable clothing is welcome. Financial support helps with shop fittings, essential items and continuity.

View donation options

Become a volunteer

Volunteers are the heart of Maxima. Help in the shop, with sorting, welcoming visitors, logistics or communications.

More about volunteering

Partner or sponsor

Work with us as a business, fund, municipality or community organisation and make a visible local difference.

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Made possible by

With thanks to our partners

Maxima is made possible by municipalities, funds, businesses and many other committed organisations.