TDF Costume Collection is a New York City 501(c)(3) program housed at 34-12 36th Street in Astoria, Queens, that maintains a working library of more than 80,000 theater costumes available for rental by nonprofit theaters, schools, and community theater groups at below-market rates. The collection is part of the broader Theatre Development Fund, a 501(c)(3) supporting accessible theater in New York City. Costumes are rented for limited runs rather than given as outright donations, so the model differs from most directory listings, which is worth noting for visitors searching specifically for free distribution programs. The TDF program does accept donated costumes from closing professional productions and individual contributors, which are added to the rental inventory for member use. Donation contributions and rental inquiries are coordinated through the Astoria warehouse. Contact (212) 989-5855 or tdf.org. Visitors looking for outright-free children's theater costumes may also want to check the other listings in this directory's Theater category.
TDF Costume Collection is not listed as running a single seasonal collection window, so donations are generally accepted year round. Capacity still varies. Volunteer-run programs pause intake when storage fills up, so check before sending a large donation.
No. TDF Costume Collection collects drop-off and serves NYC metro area. If you are outside that area, look for a program closer to you, or use one of the 7 programs in this directory that accept mail-in donations from anywhere.
TDF Costume Collection is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations to registered charities are generally tax deductible if you itemize, and the organization can issue a receipt. Ask them directly for their EIN and a written acknowledgement if you plan to claim the donation on your taxes.
This listing is marked Verified Org and was last reviewed on March 29, 2026. That means we confirmed the organization exists and operates, using public records and its own published material, but we have not re-confirmed this season with them directly. Programs change hours, addresses, and intake windows without notice, so check their own site before you travel or ship.