Catie's Closet

Agency Description
Established in 2010, Catie’s Closet is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that gives students in need life-changing access to clothing and basic necessities so they can thrive in school and in life. Through its In-School Closet Program and SOS Urgent Response Program, the organization restores the dignity and confidence of more than 105,000 students. Catie’s Closet is offered in more than 142 schools across 12 school districts in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.  More information is available at catiescloset.org.

In-School Closet Program
The In-School Closet Program allows Catie’s Closet to serve students right where they are: in school. We transform unused spaces inside schools where 50% or more of the student population lives in poverty. Accompanied to their closet by a trusted school faculty member, children can choose an unlimited number of items to empower them to learn and play confidently, including shirts, pants, sweatshirts, new underwear and socks, toiletries, and other essentials. Students can visit their school’s closet as often as they need during school hours.

SOS Urgent Response Program
The SOS Urgent Response Program supports the urgent needs of children transitioning between stable living conditions, including those who are homeless, moving into foster care, newcomers to the United States, fire victims, and survivors of abusive situations. Once we receive a special order from our agency partners, we work to create a customized package with up to two weeks’ worth of clothing and other essentials. Children typically receive their SOS orders within 24-48 hours to provide rapid relief.

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Fill The Bus- Sort and Donate Clothing Throughout the Summer for Back to School
Catie's Closet

Calling all groups, companies, youth groups and local agencies! If you want to give back in a meaningful way that is free, easy and helps to clean out your closet at the same time, then do a clothing drive that supports Catie's Closet Fill the Bus initiative! All summed long Catie's Closet is looking to local groups to compile gently used clothing. Groups can choose to sort the clothing according to our sorting guide, or simply donate to Catie's Closet. Once the drive is done, contact Catie's Closet and they will come to your office, club, space and pick up the clothing to be placed in their partner schools for the start of the school year! The drive can last as little or long as you want, all clothing must be picked up by the end of the summer! If interested in hosting a drive, please reach out to Jen Rowe at jen@catiescloset.org

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Become a Closet Champion
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Closet Champions are vital to the operation of our In-School Closets! This is a perfect opportunity to work right inside our Closets, creating a positive shopping experience our students. As a Closet Champion, you will visit your assigned closet weekly or bi-weekly to ensure the Closet is clean, organized, and well-stocked so students can shop for what they need in a safe, welcoming environment.We provide forms and training to ensure each Closet Champion is comfortable with the position. A CORI record check is required and will be provided by Catie's Closet.This role offers a flexible schedule! You can choose the hours you visit your closet during the school day, Monday through Friday. Time commitment:1-2 hours per week or every other week Schedule: Monday-Friday during school hours, flexible schedule Contact Jen Rowe if interested jen@catiescloset.org

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High School Ambassador
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The Catie's Closet Ambassador program offers leadership opportunities for teens while helping students in need. This is excellent volunteer experience to add to college applications or job resumes! Please contact Jen Rowe if interested! jen@catiescloset.org

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Closet Champion
Catie's Closet

Closet Champions are vital to the operation of our In-School Closet Program. As a Closet Champion, you will visit your assigned in-school closet weekly or biweekly to ensure it is clean, organized, and well stocked, so students can shop for what they need in a safe, welcoming environment. We provide forms and training to ensure each Closet Champion is comfortable with the position. This role offers a flexible schedule within school day hours. A CORI record check is required and will be provided by Catie's Closet. Click "I am Interested in This Opportunity" to apply!

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Host a Drive
Catie's Closet

The donations you collect with the help of your family, friends, and coworkers directly support local children in need. We accept all new and like-new youth and teen clothing, as well as new and full-sized toiletries. We provide you with all the materials you need to host a successful clothing and toiletry drive, including a customized PDF flyer and donation boxes. Pick up available for drives with 10+ bags of donations in qualifying locations.

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Sort & Process Donations
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Volunteer groups are essential to helping us process the hundreds of clothing donations we receive in a timely manner. When you arrive at our Distribution Center, your group will receive a tour and a short orientation. You will then work together to sort clothing by size, gender, and clothing type, which will help our team distribute clothing to children in need. Registration is required.

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