It’s still a few weeks until the new city council and state legislative districts take effect, so while most of our GWNC area is still in CD 4, we wanted to pass along a recent notice from City Councilmember Nithya Raman’s office about two holiday donation drives Raman is co-sponsoring with California State Assemblymember Richard Bloom and the Greek Theater:
CD4 x Assemblymember Richard Bloom’s Winter Clothing Drive
Help provide clothing for the colder weather to youth experiencing homelessness at My Friend’s Place.
We are requesting new or gently used and laundered clothing, including
- Sweatpants/Joggers (adult sizes M-XXL)
- Sweatshirts (adult sizes M-XXL)
- Rain Gear (umbrellas, ponchos, warmer rain jackets)
- Beanies/gloves
- Other casual clothing items
While all clothing donations are welcome there is greatest need for sizes XL and up and men’s casual clothing.
Dates:
NOW to Friday, December 17th
Drop-off Locations + Times:
Council District 4 Hollywood Office
6501 Fountain Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 AM-12 PM
Please call ahead: (323) 957-6415
Assemblymember Richard Bloom
2800 28th Street, Suite 105, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Monday – Friday 9 AM-5 PM
Please call ahead: (310) 450-0041
CD4 x The Greek Theatre’s Holiday Donation Drive
Donate goods for distribution to the community by local organizations, including at Hollywood United Methodist Church and Temple Israel’s Christmas Day dinner. Items needed include new socks and personal care items (such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, and deodorant).
Dates:
NOW to Sunday, December 19th / 9 AM To 5 PM, daily
Dropoff Location:
Franklin’s Cafe & Market at 2650 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Please send additional questions to:
Nathan Tellers, Greek Theatre Director of Community Affairs
(323) 703-1385 / [email protected]