The Town of Northborough continues to assist the 100 Haitian refugees who have been placed in the town temporarily until the state assesses their next steps. The community support has been tremendous so far and is greatly appreciated. The request for donations of toiletry items was quickly filled by the generous community.
Your support is needed again for a clothing drive. Please donate any items no later than Wednesday, August 16. What their journey entailed before arriving in Northborough is unknown. They arrived with very little change of clothing. There are 42 kids: 25 under 5 years old, 17 between ages 5-18 years old.
Please only donate items that are:
- New or gently used.
- Clean with no stains or rips.
- Season appropriate. Sweatshirts are being requested for cooler temps.
- New underwear, socks and pajamas are also needed in all sizes.
- Please note that any items leftover will be donated to a thrift shop or another town needing similar support.
Identified needs for clothing to date:
- Girls’ clothing: Sizes 18 M-5T, S, M
- Girls’ shoes: 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 13
- Women’s clothing: All sizes, especially M
- Maternity: Sizes M, L
- Women’s shoes: Sizes 6-10, especially size 8
- Boys’ clothing: Sizes 18 M-5T, 6, child M, L, youth M
- Boys’ shoes: 6, 8, 13
- Men’s clothing: M, L
- Men’s shoes: 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Drop off locations:
- Trinity Church, 23 Main Street. Wednesday and Thursday only: 9 am-12 pm or 1-3 pm. Bin just inside the side door.
- St. Rose of Lima, 244 Main Street. Open daily until 8 p.m.: bin in the gathering space.
- Also bins will be placed at volunteer residences located at 1 Treetop Circle and 43 Ridge Road (by front door).
Thanks for your support of these families!
