Catie’s Closet is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides clothes, toiletries, and other basic essentials to students living in poverty right within their schools. We set up free stores in schools, giving children direct access to everything they need to attend class confidently.Â
How we began
In 2009, we learned just how much students in our hometown were struggling to attend school because they lacked clothing and basic necessities. In 2010, we took action and opened our first closet to give local students living in poverty a fighting chance. Today, we operate closets in 100 schools and serve more than 70,000 students daily.Â
News from Catie’s Closet
How Catie’s Closet Helps Students Build Healthy Relationships
For children living in poverty or experiencing other types of crises or trauma, positive relationships are critically important to their healthy development and overall well-being. The Catie’s Closet service model allows students to build healthy, trusting ...more
Breaking down labels for better futures of our children
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