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Waikato foster children charity appeals for larger clothing for teenagers

A Waikato charity supporting foster children says it urgently needs more clothing in larger sizes, as some teens avoid going out due to embarrassment.

Skinny McBuntu

Kids in Need Waikato is seeking additional clothing in larger sizes for the teenagers it supports. Some teens are refusing to go out because they feel embarrassed about their current clothing options. The charity says providing appropriate clothing means a great deal to the young people in their care.

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'It means so much to them': Foster children charity seeks larger clothing for teens

Kids in Need Waikato says some teens are even refusing to go out due to embarrassment over their clothing.

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