The Zip Yard the Chapel Allerton-based clothing alterations business has launched a winter clothes drive in partnership with Leeds charity Homeless Street Angels.
Customers and other local residents are being encouraged to drop off their unwanted warm winter clothing for distribution via the charity to those living on the streets or struggling to make ends meet. As part of the drive, The Zip Yard is offering their seamstresses skill free of charge to repair any donated items.
“We wanted to give something back to the community, so. as part of the Winter Clothes Drive with Homeless Street Angels, we’re offering our services to repair items brought in by the public so that they are all in good condition to go on and keep people warm in the continuing cold weather.” said Neluka Dunning owner of the business
“At this time of the year, lots of people are having wardrobe clear outs and replacing older items with new ones received at Christmas or bought in the sales, so it’s the perfect time to drop off coats, hats, thermals, gloves and thick winter jumpers. Homeless Street Angels do an incredible job of providing food, sleeping bags and clothing to those who need it, and we’re looking forward to helping them distribute donations.”
Shelley Joyce, Co-founder and Director of Leeds Homeless Street Angels, added: “Winter is a particularly difficult time for those living on the streets – the temperature often dips below freezing and Covid has meant there are less people out and about who might have previously gifted items or provided warm drinks.
“The winter clothes drive will give individuals the opportunity to give otherwise unused items straight to our clients who need them right now. It’s a brilliant initiative”
Those wishing to donate items can drop them off at The Zip Yard Chapel Allerton store.
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