Needs From: United Way of Lancaster County

Volunteer Opportunity: Seasonal Clothing Closet Refresh

Hosted by Lancaster County Chooses Love
As part of United Way’s 2025 Week of Caring

Project Title: Seasonal Clothing Closet Refresh
Location: 104–106 E. Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543
Contact: Jessica Purdy | jessica@lancasterchooseslove.org | 814-270-1802

Project Overview

Please help us welcome the winter season with warmth and care!
Lancaster County Chooses Love is looking for volunteers to refresh our gender-affirming Clothing Closet—a space that provides inclusive, respectful access to clothing for those in need.

As we transition into colder months, you’ll help pack away summer items, organize winter gear, and ensure the space remains inviting and accessible to all.

What You'll Be Doing

Sort, fold, and store summer clothing

Unpack, organize, and display winter apparel

Reorganize storage in both the basement and the closet area

Light lifting and moving between floors will be involved

Project Details

Dates Available:

Tuesday, September 9

Start Time: 10:00 AM

Duration: Approximately 3 hours

Volunteers Needed: 6–10 people

Minimum Age: 16 (Minors must be accompanied by an adult)

Wheelchair Accessible: No

What to Wear

Comfortable clothing suitable for movement and light lifting. No special gear needed—we’ll provide everything else!

Parking Information

Metered parking available on E. Main Street (free after 6 PM and on Sundays)

Free on-street parking available on S. Cedar Street (south of Juniper Lane)

Free off-street parking available on North Water Street

Accessible parking located behind our building (2 designated spaces for those with handicap placards or plates)

Volunteer Check-In

Please use the side entrance of the building. Volunteers will check in upon arrival.

No Special Skills Required

All are welcome! As long as you're comfortable with light lifting and moving between floors, you're good to go.

This is more than just a seasonal refresh—it's a chance to help create a safe, affirming space for members of our community. We'd love to have you on board!

Have questions or want to sign up? Contact Jessica Purdy at jessica@lancasterchooseslove.org.

Lititz Chooses Love is seeking volunteers for our Resource Center! Volunteers are needed at the following times:  Wednesdays from 11am-2pm Wednesdays from 5pm-8pm Saturdays from 9am-12pm Our Resource Center includes a food pantry and clothing closet. The center is open to ANYONE in need. We do not require proof of income or any other information to "qualify" for our services. 

Please sign up on our Volunteer Page.