Andover's Temple Emanuel Donates Warm Winter Clothes To Nonprofit

ANDOVER, MA — Temple Emanuel of Andover has donated hundreds of items to a local nonprofit after its Warm Winter Clothing Drive, the temple has announced.

The drive was run by the temple's Social Action and Social Justice Committee, which collected coats, pants, sweaters, hats, gloves and scarves. The items then were given to Debbie's Treasure Chest, a Lawrence-based organization that provides aid and support for disadvantaged and at-risk families in the Merrimack Valley and surrounding areas.

According to the temple, volunteers organized the clothing after it was received. Then, the items were brought to John Anton's Cleaners, which "generously cleaned" the clothes before they were handed over to Debbie's Treasure Chest.

"We are thankful to all those who donated, sorted and participated including: William Raveis Real Estate of Andover, Bella Woods Condominium and John Anton's," said Holli Roberts co-chair of the Social Action and Social Justice Committee.

Roberts continued: "We know Debbie's Treasure Chest was appreciative to receive these warm clothing items to be able to provide them to at-risk families in the Merrimack Valley and surrounding areas as the New England winter begins."