The Blessings Closet is a monthly free clothing and accessory give-away event that supports individuals and families in our local community who are experiencing hardship.
This event is held every second Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in Keislar Hall.
We are currently looking for GENTLY USED donations on a rolling basis. Every contribution helps provide comfort, dignity, and hope to our neighbors in need.
Items we DO TAKE:
- men's and women's clothing (examples: shirts, long sleeve shirts, tank tops, jackets, sweaters, pants, trousers, shorts, skirts, dresses, bathing suits, swim trucks, etc.)
- shoes (examples: sneakers, tennis shoes, sandals, boots, slippers, etc.)
- accessories (examples: belts, neckties, bow ties, hats, scarves, handbags, backpacks, etc.)
- kids' clothing (examples: shirts, long sleeve shirts, sweaters, jackets, dresses, pants, shorts, etc.)
- baby clothing (examples: bodysuits/onesies, sleepers/footies, rompers, shirts, shorts, and dresse)
- bedding (examples: pillows, blankets, sheets, comforters, etc.)
- NEW underwear (examples: bras, panties, boxers, briefs, undershirts, etc.)
- NEW socks (examples: ankle, knee high, trouser, athletic, etc.)
Items we DO NOT take:
Sharp objects (examples: knives, scissors, sharp tools, etc.), weapons, cleaners/hazardous waste (examples: household cleaners, detergents, bleach, pesticides, paint, etc.), sporting equipment, electronics, small to large appliances, books, toys, games, car items, decorations, art/school supplies, food (perishable or non-perishable).
How to Donate:
We accept donations every Wednesday between 1:00 and 3:00 pm at the Blessings Closet Room.
OR
On the day of the Blessing Closet event (second Saturday of each month), between 10:00 am and 12:00 noon in Keislar Hall.
Directions for donations:
- Turn left into our parking lot and on the right, park in front of the first white "L" shaped building
- Take the right ramp upstairs and go down the hallway until you see a door labeled "Blessings Closet", to make donations on *Wednesdays only*
- Take the left ramp upstairs on every 2nd Saturday of the month at Keislar Hall, to donate during our monthly give-away event
To schedule an alternate time to drop off a donation, please email office@elsobranteumc.org or call 510-223-0790.
Thank you for choosing El Sobrante United Methodist Church to donate your gently used clothing and accessories! Your donations and volunteering help us to fulfill our mission: "We want to live by faith, be known by love, and be a voice of hope to the world." Your generosity matters and directly makes an impact in our local community.
"He answered, 'Whoever has two shirts must share with the one who has none, and whoever has food must do the same.'" Luke 3:11
For more information, please email office@elsobranteumc.org or call 510-223-0790
