About us

What We Believe In​

At Animal Advocate Apparel, we believe compassion for animals and care for the planet can bring communities together. Our nonprofit was created to turn that vision into action by supporting animal welfare and protecting the environment.

With five years in the used clothing industry, our founders saw a chance to give surplus textiles new life. By redirecting these resources, we fund programs for wildlife, animal care, and nature conservation, while helping reduce global waste.

Our mission is to rethink consumerism and inspire a more sustainable future. Together, we’re building a creative, community-driven movement for people, animals, and the planet.

What Makes Us Different

We’re one of the few clothing collection programs that use profits from donated clothing to support wildlife conservation and care for animals in need.

We turn secondhand clothes into second chances for the planet and its animals.

We’re one of the most affordable thrift outlets thanks to our low-overhead, bulk-sale model. ​

By bringing clothing directly to different regions through flea markets and outdoor pop-up sales, we make it easy for communities to access great deals.

Our numbers speak volumes!

The work we do together has a powerful ripple effect, transforming our local community and helping to protect ecosystems, wildlife, and future generations.

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Clothing Saved from the Landfill
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Bringing the Community Together
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Liters of Water Saved
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Organizations Helped

Meet our Staff!

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Alexander Ciaccirelli, founder

Alex started dreaming up this nonprofit back in 2020. Inspired by his love for animals, the environment, and the thrill of a great thrift find, he saw a way to bring the community together. He imagined a system where sellers, buyers, donors, and the planet could all benefit at the same time.

When he’s not working on the mission, you can find Alex playing saxophone with his band, kayaking, helping neighbors, or caring for the animals in his life.

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Evan lastName, co-founder

Alex started dreaming up this nonprofit back in 2020. Inspired by his love for animals, the environment, and the thrill of a great thrift find, he saw a way to bring the community together. He imagined a system where sellers, buyers, donors, and the planet could all benefit at the same time.

When he’s not working on the mission, you can find Alex playing saxophone with his band, kayaking, helping neighbors, or caring for the animals in his life.

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Angela lastName, colaborator

Alex started dreaming up this nonprofit back in 2020. Inspired by his love for animals, the environment, and the thrill of a great thrift find, he saw a way to bring the community together. He imagined a system where sellers, buyers, donors, and the planet could all benefit at the same time.

When he’s not working on the mission, you can find Alex playing saxophone with his band, kayaking, helping neighbors, or caring for the animals in his life.

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