Community Action’s Gathering Place Seeks Warm Clothing for Guests
Community Action’s (www.communityactionatwork.org) Gathering Place soup kitchen is in need of warm clothing items for their guests. While Lincoln’s winter season has been on the mild side, Nebraska weather is notorious for changing quickly, and Community Action wants to ensure guests are prepared for those frigid temperatures. Currently, the most-needed items are hand warmers, socks, gloves, and hats—all of which can be donated to Community Action.
“Providing warmth to Gathering Place guests helps them navigate their everyday life,” said Lisa Janssen, Gathering Place administrator. “From catching the bus, to walking kids to school, to grabbing a to-go dinner at the Gathering Place, proper winter gear makes life a little easier on our Lincoln community. It’s a small thing that helps combat the complications that winter can add to daily life.”
Winter items can be dropped off Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Community Action’s office at 210 O St. in Lincoln. You can also order from the Amazon wish list and ship directly to Community Action by visiting their website at www.communityactionatwork.org. Groups, businesses, or organizations interested in organizing a donation drive should contact Sam Bates at sbates@communityactionatwork.org / (402) 875-9320.
Community Action’s mission is to empower people living in poverty to reach economic stability. Its programs and services address the causes and conditions of poverty in four impact areas: early childhood education, homelessness prevention, financial and family well-being, and hunger relief and healthy food access. To learn more, visit www.communityactionatwork.org.