Catie’s Closet - Service Project

Brownie Troop 62803 is collecting toiletries and new and gently used clothes for Catie's Closet.  Catie’s Closet is a non-profit organization that provides clothing and toiletries to school-aged children living in poverty.  At schools where there are high rates of poverty, an unused room in the school is converted into a “closet” and students are able to obtain clothes and toiletries discreetly while they are at school.  By meeting students’ needs, Catie’s Closet boosts self-esteem and motivates students to attend school and focus on their education.  Collection boxes are located at the Middle School, Batch, Hood School, Ryer's Store, the Children's Room at the Library, Union Congregational Church and Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Boxes will remain at these locations until Monday, May 21st. If you would like to arrange alternate drop off or pick up, please email Karianne Bekier at kcbekier@gmail.com.  The girls are very excited about this project and hope that other troops will be able to participate as well!