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Be a Clothes Closet Volunteer
DURATION
2-4 hoursWHERE
Cambridgeport Baptist Church
459 Putnam Avenue
Cambrige, MA 02139
WHEN
First and third Saturdays of every month (except major holidays)
WHOSE HELP IS REQUIRED
Mom, dad or other grown-up if under age 18
HOW IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Without volunteers, we could not run the clothes closet. It is an essential resource to the clients we serve, as we provide clothing at a very low cost that our clients might not otherwise be able to afford.
DESCRIPTION
Help us sort, count and select clothes for clients in Cambridge. Donations come into our location but need to be organized before our clients can shop for items at our discounted rates. Without volunteers, we can't do what we do, so come on down!
ITEMS NEEDED
The ability to count/sort items, along with the ability to do simple math (to charge for garments and give change)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Children must be at least 8 years old to volunteer at the pantry, and those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
NEXT STEPS
Contact Amy Pritchard, Pantry Coordinator, at theharvestfoodpantry@gmail.com to schedule a Saturday to help. You can also register to volunteer at: meetup.com/BostonVolunteer/. Children must be at least 8 years old to volunteer at the pantry, and those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
WEBSITE
1. Contact Amy Pritchard, Pantry Coordinator, at theharvestfoodpantry@gmail.com to schedule a Saturday to help. You can also register to volunteer at: meetup.com/BostonVolunteer/.
2. According to instructions provided by coordinators, sort donated clothing into relevant sections (womens, mens, childrens). Place on hangers and in bins as directed.
3. Assist clients in selecting and purchasing clothing items as the shop at the clothes closet.