MAY’S BLOG
Musings, tips, chats, and inspiration from the vintage lovers at May’s Place
Lifeline Aid Group Winter Gear Donation Drive
May’s is partnering with Lifeline Aid Group to collection donations of cold weather gear to support the local unhoused. Read on for more on what we’re collecting and other ways you can help!
Celebrating Six Years Of Sustainable Style
Team May’s is thrilled to celebrate six years of serving St. Louis & beyond with unique, quality vintage! Shop owner Katie May reflects on the last year and offers up some thoughts on the future.
#MAYSGIVEsBACK: Unhoused STL
October’s #maysgiveback organization is Unhoused STL, a community-led organization that collects supplies for those without homes in our city. Learn more inside.
#MAYSGIVESBACK: INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
The International Institute serves St. Louis in helping immigrants and refugees have a smooth transition into their new life. When you shop at May’s in September, a portion of the proceeds will go to this organization.
#MAYSGIVESBACK: Beyond Housing
When you shop with us in the month of August, a portion of your purchase will benefit Beyond Housing, a nonprofit that focuses on rebuilding communities in need right here in St. Louis.
#MAYSGIVESBACK: The Last Prisoner Project
This month we are not only donating to the Last Prisoner Project, but we are also doing a medical marijuana card signup event through our new neighbor on the Grove, SWADE dispensary. Check out deets inside!
Support St. Louis’ Black Community Through These Five Organizations
Juneteenth celebrates the day all who were enslaved in America were finally freed. We’ve come so far since then, but we still have so far to go in the fight for social justice and equality. Our city has been through so much, and is still struggling. We as people of STL can be the change, however, by putting our money where our intentions are and supporting these organizations.
#MAYSGIVEBACK: Metro Trans Umbrella Group
The Metro Trans Umbrella Group is a St. Louis organization that aims to bring the Trans Community together in the city. They do this through community events, education, and a lot more. We are supporting them in celebration of Pride month, and we encourage you to do the same!
Four Free or Low Cost Mental Health Resources In St. Louis
It’s mental health awareness month, and we realize that mental health help can be tricky to access for some. Luckily, St. Louis has a few free or low cost resources available 24/7.
#MAYSGIVESBACK: CHADS Coalition
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re highlighting CHADS Coalition, a local non-profit who offers mental health support to kids and young people. Read on for more on this super special organization.
Meet Clotheshorse, Your One Stop Shop for Sustainable Fashion Education
Amanda McCarty and the Clotheshorse team are taking us on a deep dive into the underbelly of the fashion industry and what we can do to make it better. We spoke with McCarty about her rapidly growing platform, and all that you need to know. Read on!
The Life Cyce of a Garment
When you buy an item of clothing, what questions are you asking about where it came from? In this post, we go over each step of a garment’s life and how each stage effects the environment.