The clothing racks at Our Place are almost entirely empty.
The inner-city support centre serving the homeless and street community is looking for used clothing donations to help replenish the four, almost barren, clothing racks serving the needs of some of Greater VictoriaB次元官网网址檚 most vulnerable population.
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With winter coming along McKenzie said they are especially keen to get sweaters, jackets, shoes boots, rain gear, winter wear but welcome any and all clean gently-used clothing. The clothing program is to everyone and is one of approximately they offer year round.
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The society serves approximately 600-800 people a day including the working poor, impoverished elderly, mentally and physically challenged, addicted and homeless. More than are served to the population at no cost to them every day.
The front reception is accepting all gently-used clothing at their front reception at and the reception is open 24 hours a day seven days a week.