Starting as an annual church ministry event in 2011, Threads of Miami Valley has grown to provide between 350 and 400 families with clothing and other essential care items every month. Executive Director JoBeth Hopp has been with Threads since the beginning and has witnessed firsthand the difference it makes in the community. “Every single person that comes in is in the middle of a journey, and we get to walk beside them for a short time,” shares JoBeth.
At their current location at 33 Lawrence Avenue in Miamisburg, Threads provides free, gently used clothing, shoes, accessories and coats for children and adults. They also offer limited diapers, toiletry kits and period products through community partnerships. Shopping is done by appointment only and appointments can be made via the website, Facebook page or phone. Clients are limited to one visit every four months.
As need grows in our community, Threads is looking to grow to meet those needs. “We are very excited about the possibility of moving to a larger location in the future. Even serving 350 plus families a month, the wait list for appointments is sometimes four to six weeks and that is in part due to building constraints,” expresses JoBeth.
There are 150 dedicated volunteers who serve Threads consistently. “We absolutely could not operate without community involvement and financial support,” shares JoBeth.
Threads relies on donations to provide their clients with the clothing that is needed. “I invite anyone interested in learning more about our cause to contact us and request a tour to see where your donations go and how our clients receive assistance,” she says.
Threads of Miami Valley Wishlist
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Toddler size 5T clothing
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Sheets and towels
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Men’s athletic shorts
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Period products
Financial donations can be made to Threads securely through their website or mailed in via check. Donations of gently used clothing are accepted on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings from 6:15 to 8:00 p.m. Other ways to support Threads include connecting your Kroger Plus card through Kroger Community Rewards and volunteering your time. For more information on how to support Threads, please visit ThreadsOutreach.org.