The Clothes Hanger is a thrift store ministry, sponsored by Caring Hands Outreach Center, providing economically challenged community residents with an array of clothing, footwear and useful household items.
NO MATTER THE REASON, NO MATTER THE SEASON
No matter the reason or season, the Clothes Hanger offers a huge selection of winter coats, collar shirts, stylish blouses, casual jeans, dress slacks, cargo shorts, T-shirts, and more!
Plus, visitors have even commented on their great selection of children and adult size tennis and dress shoes.
“[Clothes Hanger] provides help with necessities, which lessen the burden in some of the other areas that can cause stress,” explained Judy Nay, Clothes Hanger director.
Aside from the clothing and footwear, the Clothes Hanger offers useful household items such as blankets, towels, bedding, kitchen utensils, dishes, silverware, and pots.
Plus, every now and then, the Clothing Hanger receives a few miscellaneous items such as stylish, quality made purses and handbags.
According to Nay, volunteer workers make the experience comfortable to everyone who shops there.
“Our volunteers work hard to meet the needs of our clients and to treat them with dignity and respect.”
DONATIONS ARE MUCH APPRECIATED
Like many ministries, the Clothes Hanger relies on the generosity of others.
The nonprofit organization accepts donations year-round for clothing, shoes and basic household items.
The Caring Hands staff request all donations be dropped off during hours of operation, not left outside the facility when closed.
In the event someone has items to donate, however the hours of operation conflict with their schedule, contact the Caring Hands Outreach facility directly and set up a time with a staff member.
CONTACT OR VISIT US
The Clothes Hanger is open every Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and the first and third Saturday’s of each month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Caring Hands Outreach Community Center is located in Altoona, IA on 201 9th St. NE.
Donations can be made during normal hours of operation.
If you would like to make a donation, or have questions pertaining to the Caring Hands Clothes Hanger ministry, feel free to contact our office at 515.967.4533 and ask for Judy Nay, director of Clothes Hanger, or Larry O’Connor, director of the Caring Hands Food Pantry.
Clothes Hanger can also be reached by email at caringhandsfp@gmail.com.
For more information on Caring Hands Outreach Center and the ministries they offer, visit their website: www.caringhandsoutreachcenter.com.
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